As we grow older, our bodies change, meaning our needs change as well. With time, young girls will need to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist, or ob/gyn. These doctors specialize in women’s healthcare ...

My first gynecologist visit is a blur. I remember only that I went for the first time in the months before I started college and that I had no idea what to expect. I remember feeling anxious and ...

There are few things that may be more intimidating than your first visit to the gyno. If you’re anything like the rest of the vulva-owners of the world, this anatomical area has likely been a source ...

Experts say your daughter should have her first gynecologist visit as a young teen. And now she has the opportunity to see a doctor specially trained to treat adolescents. As your daughter reaches her ...

Q: My teenage daughter is nervous about her first gynecologist appointment. What should I tell her to expect? A: Gynecologists are specialists in women's health. Typically, a girl's first gynecology ...

Women often ask me when they should bring their daughters in for their first gynecology visit. The truth is that there is no set “right time” for a first visit, but there are a few guidelines to ...

For many adolescents, the first visit to a gynecologist can be intimidating. The prospect of meeting a new doctor who will ask prying, deeply personal questions about sex and menstruation is scary.

How early is too early to introduce your child to a gynecologist? Experts at UChicago Medicine share what you need to know. You may think gynecology is just for teens, but your young child could need ...

Many parents do not know the best time to schedule their daughter's first visit to the gynecologist. Some may not think it's necessary, or may want to prevent them from having a pelvic examination. In ...