Health & Wellness

Northwest Family is your number one resource for health and wellness information. We are here to provide you with the best resources for any and all of your health-related questions.  

Each month our doctors provide you with in-depth information on four different health topics.

Common Pregnancy Discomforts and What You Can Actually Do About Them

Sep 11, 2025, 11:31 AM
Pregnancy is a time of joy—but it can also come with a long list of weird and uncomfortable symptoms. From nausea to back pain, learn what’s normal and what actually helps. Plus, when it’s time to call your doctor.

Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked by Doctors

Jul 22, 2025, 3:54 PM
Confused by pregnancy advice? Get evidence-based answers as we debunk 8 common myths—from caffeine and fish to exercise and vaccines. Read more.

What to Expect at Your 20-Week Anatomy Scan

Jun 12, 2025, 11:05 AM
Expecting your mid-pregnancy ultrasound? Learn what the 20-week anatomy scan checks for, how to prepare, and why it's a key pregnancy milestone.

Are Prenatal Classes Worth It?

May 14, 2025, 3:35 PM
Explore the benefits of prenatal classes—what you’ll learn, how they help, and why they’re a valuable step in preparing for birth and postpartum care.

Breastfeeding – How to Increase a Low Milk Supply

Apr 11, 2025, 6:06 PM
Worried about low milk supply? Learn how to boost breast milk production naturally, spot the signs, and when to get help from a doctor or lactation expert.

Baby’s First Cold: How to Handle Infant Congestion and Coughs

Apr 11, 2025, 1:41 PM
Learn how to recognize your baby’s first cold, soothe their symptoms naturally, and know when to call the doctor.