Women's Health

For many parents-to-be, the noise around vaccine safety is loud and confusing

This Swedish midwife approaches patients with questions, curiosity and reassurance so they can turn down the volume and make the right decisions for themselves. Learn more.

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6 days ago

You don’t have to go through it alone: Support for postpartum mental health

Providence Swedish offers the region’s only in-person perinatal mental health day program where babies are encouraged to attend alongside their parent. Learn more.

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about 1 month ago

Regular GYN care is essential for lifelong wellness

At every stage of life, there are important topics to cover with your GYN. A Providence Swedish gynecologist has some guidance for getting the most out of your visits. Learn more.

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about 2 months ago

"I call it the Disneyland experience, because it's such a roller coaster of emotions."

At Swedish Issaquah, NICU RN Liberty Rivera cares for babies and their families during some of life's most uncertain moments. Learn more.

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about 1 month ago

Is a C-section the right choice for you?

A Swedish maternal and fetal medicine expert offers some guidance for when this common and safe procedure might fit into your birth plan. Learn more.

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about 2 months ago

"Sometimes you just need one person to believe in you."

The Theresa Jane Healthcare Careers Program provides innovative job training and mentorship to help underserved women begin careers in medicine. Learn more.

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about 1 month ago

COMPASSION for pregnant people with substance use disorders

The COMPASSION model was designed to improve care for perinatal patients experiencing substance use and withdrawal, and has improved meaningful outcomes for mothers and newborns. Learn more.

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2 months ago

At Swedish, personalized, compassionate care for every pregnancy journey

Providence Swedish doulas provide tailored, culturally-attuned care for mothers before, during and after childbirth. Learn more.

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2 months ago

Anxious about your first mammogram? This local news anchor had hers on camera to demystify the process.

Follow along as KOMO's Kelly Koopmans has her first mammogram at Swedish. Watch the video and schedule yours today.

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3 months ago

How one Providence Swedish nurse helped change state law

For families going through pregnancy loss, relief from burdensome requirements that made a sensitive time even more difficult. Learn more.

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3 months ago

If a birth plan doesn’t go to plan, our OB/GYN hospitalists are there for mom and baby

Whether it’s a serious complication or an early debut, our hospitalists are there to make sure mom and baby have the highest levels of expert care. Watch the video and learn more.

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3 months ago

Your endometriosis pain is real. And treatable. A Providence Swedish expert offers guidance.

Many patients suffer in silence with endometriosis. Providence Swedish has several treatment options to help you find relief. Learn more.

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5 months ago

Options for menopause symptom relief are expanding

A new drug and updated hormone replacement guidance are gamechangers for women. A Swedish menopause expert explains.

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6 months ago

If you have a cervix, you can get cervical cancer

Talk to your physician about screening options and what's right for you, because testing and early detection save lives. Learn more.

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7 months ago

The risk of developing breast cancer is frightening, and treatment options can be overwhelming

A Providence Swedish breast cancer surgeon offers insight into identifying cancer risk and some medications currently used to treat breast cancer. Learn more.

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7 months ago

When menopause and breast cancer treatment overlap, supportive, experienced care teams help patients survive and thrive

Strong evidence suggests that addressing menopausal symptoms improves treatment adherence and long-term outcomes. A Providence Swedish menopause expert shares more.

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7 months ago

Providence Swedish is named a Center of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Abuse care

Hospitals certified as Centers of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use are improving birth outcomes and saving lives by centering the needs of babies and families. Learn more.

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7 months ago

Swedish Greenlake Primary Care Clinic offers family, pediatric and senior care

Our family physicians provide care for all ages — including pediatrics, women’s health, family medicine, and seniors —with a focus on building lasting relationships that ensure continuity of care.

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7 months ago

Providence Swedish's new Greenlake Primary Care Clinic offers family, pediatric and senior care

Our family physicians provide care for all ages — including pediatrics, women’s health, family medicine, and seniors —with a focus on building lasting relationships that ensure continuity of care.

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11 months ago

Do you have fibroids? An expert has some guidance to help you find relief.

Learn more about the newer, less painful and invasive treatment options at Providence Swedish that can be tailored to meet your health goals. Read our blog.

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