Heather Rupe, DO, is a board-certified OB/GYN in private practice at The Womens Group of Franklin in Franklin, TN. She also serves as the vice chief of staff at Williamson Medical Center.
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Vaginal moisturizing “melts” are suppositories made of natural oils that contain added scents and flavors. They're trendy -- but are they safe?
Itchy nipples can make you miserable. An OB/GYN explains what could be causing the discomfort and how to get relief.
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Menopause often causes women to experience vaginal dryness, which can mean painful and less enjoyable sex.
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All our lives have been upended in the last month. Many of us have canceled trips, lost our jobs, and been forced to learned new "homeschooling techniques" – but what about the women who were hoping to get pregnant this year?
Pregnancy is often a time of high anxiety, but especially so during a pandemic. Get a doctor's opinion about home birth and Covid-19.
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