Dr. Patricia Chen, Boca ObGyn

05/30/2025

Looking for a safe and soothing way to stay active during pregnancy? 🏊‍♀️ Prenatal pool workouts offer full-body benefits with less strain on your joints—plus, the water feels amazing on a growing bump! Dive into your healthiest trimester yet and give the article below a read!💧🤰

Swimming is an ideal activity during pregnancy and can provide some much-needed relief from your growing abdomen. Here's a sample workout you can try in the water.

05/27/2025

Today is National Sunscreen Day! Living in Florida, we know the damaging effects of getting too much sun.

Remember, the most important words to look for on your sunscreen tube are "broad spectrum," which means it protects against both types of rays: UVA (aging) and UVB (burning).

05/26/2025

Memorial Day is a day to honor and remember. We hope you're spending the day with family and friends.

05/23/2025

Celebrate all of the accomplishments of the week today!

05/21/2025

Nourishing your body in the first trimester is key to a healthy pregnancy journey! 🥗✨ Discover what foods to focus on (and which to skip) to support you and your growing baby. 💛

Eating a nutritious diet during pregnancy is important for your health and the health of your baby. Learn what to eat in the first trimester with this handy pregnancy food chart.

05/19/2025

Happy Monday! Take what you need to start this week off right!

05/16/2025

Cravings typically begin during the first trimester and peak in the second trimester, but can happen anytime during pregnancy. Did you have pregnancy cravings? What were yours?

05/14/2025

No matter what your birth plan is, every birth is unique. The most important thing to know is that these guidelines you make are just that, guidelines. Changes to even the most well-thought out plans is always a possibility, and the safety of you and your baby comes first. We are here to answer any questions you may have and to talk through any concerns.

Making sure you and your medical provider are aligned on baby's birth plan is key. Read on to learn what birth plans are, and use this downloadable birth plan template to get started.

05/12/2025

Rough day? It’s okay to pause. 💛

Breathe deeply, speak kindly to yourself, and remember—your worth isn’t defined by how productive you are. Take it one step at a time. 🌿

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all moms: moms-to-be, new moms, grandmothers, and the women who provide us with a life full of love, care and learning!

05/08/2025

Every bump is unique—and so is every pregnancy journey! 🤰💕 From size and shape to when it “pops,” learn more about s what’s “normal” (and what’s not) when it comes to your growing belly. If you have any additional questions or concerns, reach out to us! 🩺

Too little? Too big? Are you carrying too low or too high? Read on to learn if your pregnant belly 'problems' are really cause for concern.

05/06/2025

We are so grateful for our real everyday superheroes! Let's all show appreciation and love to nurses on National Nurses Day!