An OBGYN talks Epidurals: the good, the bad and the ugly
Let's talk about epidurals: the good, the bad, and the ugly. I will discuss epidurals evidence-based manner, as well as my own experience.
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Hi! I'm Layan. I am just a doctor mom, and as if my life wasn't busy enough, I decided to add "blogger" to the mix. Writing a blog makes me a blogger, right? So, here it is. You will find articles that are useful and important. They represent different facets of my life: working woman, a mother, an OB/GYN doctor. I promise that there is something for everyone.
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Layan Alrahmani
- Jan 31, 2021
- 3 min
What's the Deal with Natural Birth?
The concept of natural birth is so confusing. Here is my opinion on it-evidence-based, medically sound and from a place of love.
Layan Alrahmani
- Jan 12, 2021
- 4 min
My Postpartum Weight Journey
I have shared bits and pieces of my postpartum journey on my Instagram. Here, I am going to go into detail. Because postpartum is hard!
Layan Alrahmani
- Jan 9, 2021
- 3 min
Should I get a Doppler to check my baby's heart rate at home?
As always, evidence-based medicine to help you make an informed decision about whether to get a home fetal heart rate monitor.
Layan Alrahmani
- Jan 5, 2021
- 5 min
OBGYN Doctor Discusses COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine in pregnancy and breastfeeding in a comprehensive and simplified review.
Layan Alrahmani
- Dec 29, 2020
- 3 min
The Most Underrated Doctor's Visit: the Preconception Consult
Preconception consults are visits to your provider when you tell them that you plan to get pregnant in the near (or far) future. Your...
Layan Alrahmani
- Nov 20, 2020
- 3 min
Can I be a doctor and a mother? How motherhood has affected me as a physician
Motherhood has made me a better doctor. Growing up, I was not one of those girls who always wanted to be a mother. I never thought about...
Layan Alrahmani
- Sep 21, 2020
- 3 min
How do I prepare for my doctor's visit?
So, you have a high risk pregnancy and have to see an MFM specialist, or any kind of specialist for that matter. Take a deep breath. As I...
Layan Alrahmani
- Sep 6, 2020
- 2 min
How to perform a cesarean section
If you are the type of person that wants to know all the details of your surgery, keep reading. Whether you are planning a vaginal or...
Layan Alrahmani
- Sep 3, 2020
- 3 min
Fetal surgery basics: Who will do my fetal surgery? How to become a fetal surgeon?
Fetal surgery is an up and coming field. It is still new and studies come out to continue to improve outcomes for both mom and fetus(es)...
Layan Alrahmani
- Aug 27, 2020
- 2 min
What questions should I ask my MFM doctor?
Finding out that you have a high risk pregnancy can bring on a lot of emotion: relief, fear, excitement. You will see the specialist for...
Layan Alrahmani
- Aug 13, 2020
- 2 min
What is an MFM? All about the field of Maternal Fetal Medicine
What kind of doctor are you? I am a Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) physician, also known as a Perinatologist. What is Maternal Fetal...