Ruetzel Gynecology & Obstetrics

09/24/2021

Janice also informed us thay Nuvaring will soon be available in an array of colors

09/24/2021

And Januaria demonstrating correct condom placement. LOL

09/24/2021

Ashley is explaining Natural Family planning and how a woman's cervical mucus changes throughout her cycle. She made simulated mucus. How creative!

09/24/2021

9/26 is WCD, which is World Contraceptive Day, To recognize it, we have been doing little presentations on contraceptive options in the office. Here is Janice talking about Nuvaring

08/26/2021

Please get vaccinated if you are pregnant

The trend points to just how important it is for pregnant women to get vaccinated, physicians say

08/18/2021

I have the best patients! These cookies were brought to the office yesterday by an appreciative patient. It made the whole staff feel great. Thanks!

07/12/2021

This beautiful cake with the logo of the practice was made by a grateful patient.

12/22/2020

ACOG's latest on the COVID vaccine for pregnant and breastfeeding moms:
ACOG recommends that COVID-19 vaccines should not be withheld from pregnant individuals who meet criteria for vaccination based on ACIP-recommended priority groups.
COVID-19 vaccines should be offered to lactating individuals similar to non-lactating individuals when they meet criteria for receipt of the vaccine based on prioritization groups outlined by the ACIP.

Note that not withheld is not the same as advocating that they get the vaccine.

12/22/2020

Getting my COVID vaccine. I understand the fears and concerns that others have but I can definitely say that I'm less nervous than if I was about to actually get COVID.
I will post updates as soon as it is clear what pregnant and breast feeding moms should do. Until then, stay safe and mask up. The end is in sight

11/07/2020

Not only does regular exercise lead to stronger pelvic floor muscles, but it also shortens both the pushing phase of labor and the pre-pushing phase. And while exercise does not increase bladder leakage, to decrease leakage, specific pelvic floor exercises need to be done.

Today all healthy pregnant women are encouraged to be physically active throughout pregnancy, with recommendations to participate in at least 30 minutes of aerobic activity on most days of the week in addition to performing strength training of the major muscle groups 2–3 days per week and also pe...

09/24/2020

My staff loves me, I think(?).
This is about my upcoming birthday, I hope

08/19/2020

I am so happy that my wonderful Nurse Practitioner has been here for 3 years as of yesterday! You are so good Bethanie Nice!!!!