How Can I Tell if My Water Broke?
February 13, 2020
Is it amniotic fluid, urine, or discharge? A OB/GYN explains why it's sometimes difficult to tell - and what to do when you're unsure ...
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August 26, 2019Today in the office, I saw two pregnant patients that were highly concerned about their baby’s movements. Patient A was anxious that her ...
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Should You Donate Breast Milk?
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Pitocin Is Not the Enemy
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Heather Rupe, DO
Heather Rupe, DO, is a board-certified OB/GYN in private practice in Franklin, TN, and serves as the vice chief of staff at Williamson Medical Center. She is the co-author of The Pregnancy Companion: A Faith-Filled Guide for Your Journey to Motherhood and The Baby Companion: A Faith-Filled Guide for Your Journey through Baby’s First Year.