OB/GYN

Michael Contreras, MD

Common skin issues can temporarily mar baby-soft skin

by Debra Melani

Although the little ones won’t shun social events or suffer blows to their self-esteem, acne and rashes, often in private places, can plague newborns from the start. Because rashes can signal more serious problems, Dr. Michael Contreras, a dermatologist with AboutSkin Dermatology at Sky Ridge and...

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Steven Grover, MD

Fact or fallacy? Many pregnancy myths are a little of both

by Debra Melani

Dr. Steven Grover, OB/GYN and department chair of Women’s Services at Sky Ridge Medical Center, helped us sift out the truth in a number of perplexing pregnancy issues. Here is his best take-home advice:

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Bunker Family Photo

Sweeter by the Dozen: Highlands Ranch couple welcomes 12th child on 12/12/12

by Lisa Marshall

At 8:12 p.m. at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree, Darren and Kerri Bunker welcomed 7-pound, 3-ounce Nola Sadie Bunker into the world on a rare and, many believe, auspicious birthday: 12/12/12.

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Pregnancy Health

PREGNANCY HEALTH, BELOW-THE-BUMP

by Jan Sheehan

Every pregnancy has its share of little discomforts and annoyances. And many of those discomforts are drips, spots, leaks and even gushes that take place below the bump. Mysterious discharges during pregnancy can be a simple inconvenience or a worrisome danger sign.

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North Suburban Medical Center

Meet The Doctor: Cindy Long, MD

by Debra Melani

OB/GYN at The Women's Health Group (http://www.whg-pc.com/) Broomfield, Thornton & Lafayette offices Delivers at North Suburban Medical Center, Denver, Colorado

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FlexJobs, Parenting & Career Balance

Parenting & Career Balance

by Allyson Reedy

Colorado company helps mothers searching for a telecommuting, part-time, freelance, or flextime job better, easier, faster, and safer.

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Apps for new moms

App-solutely!

by Maribeth Neelis

The number of digital apps and online services touting increased productivity, organization and ingenuity is mind-boggling. Here are some of our favorites to help you flourish during the first frazzled months and turn your to-dos into ta-das.

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Dr. Kristen Garcia

Worth the wait

by Debra Melani

Babies born before 39 weeks can face problems

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Stan Toronto

Miracle from afar

by Debra Melani

Soldier witnesses son’s Colorado birth from Afghanistan

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Dr. Laurel Benson, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Rocky Mountain Pediatric Orthopedics (right), spends time with her precious patient, Stella Alden.

HIP TO PREVENTION

by Debra Melani

Detecting Congenital Defects, Such as Hip Dysplasia, Early Boosts Outcomes for Babies

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