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Understanding Oncofertility: Podcast

2 min ⋅ January 24th

Oncofertility is a branch of medicine for those about to receive a treatment that may be destructive to ovaries or testicles, affecting fertility. “Oncofertility helps in preparing for those that are to undergo therapy treatment, by addressing fertility for the future so they can have a baby once they conclude the treatment that they are […]

Midlife sessions offer care and education: Podcast

38:00 min ⋅ December 6th

Sanford offers women's wellness education about peri-menopause and menopause

Breast cancer awareness: Podcast

3 min ⋅ November 8th

One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her lifetime. Donna Dwire received her diagnoses about eight years ago. The registered nurse had a family history of the disease. Her experience led her to change careers as she is now a certified breast cancer navigator at Sanford Health. “One […]

Ovarian cancer awareness: Podcast

2 min ⋅ September 27th

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer happens when normal cells in the ovary change and grow out of control. One in 72 women will experience this cancer in her lifetime. Abrea Roark, M.D., an OB-GYN for Sanford Women’s, is one of the guests on this edition of “A Better You.” The Parkston, South […]

The Neonatal Research Network: Podcast

2 min ⋅ September 6th

The Neonatal Research Network is the nation’s largest team of doctors, nurses and researchers performing clinical research for critically ill newborns admitted to neonatal intensive care units. There are only 15 sites selected to participate in the Neonatal Research Network. Sanford Health participates with the University of Iowa as the network’s Upper Midwest regional center. […]

The benefits of breastfeeding: Podcast

39 min ⋅ August 30th

The benefits of breastfeeding are numerous and indisputable. Breast milk is proven to provide the right balance of nutrition for babies, is easier to digest than formula, boosts immune systems and can even help mothers lose weight after pregnancy. Therese Marlette, a registered nurse and pregnancy coach at Sanford Health, is the guest on this […]

Kelly and Scott Krenzel with their two sons, Henry (top) and Finnegan

Postpartum bleeding follows festive, ‘picture-perfect’ birth

Mom thought of husband and baby: “I don’t know if I’ll see these guys again.”

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 28 min read

second trimester

10 things to expect in your second trimester

Details about your second trimester, how to manage symptoms, and when to contact your physician.

Kristin Gray, MD ⋅ 8 min read

women running

Sioux Falls Women Run Teams Up with Sanford POWER

“You can only become so good at running by running itself. Eventually you will hit a plateau."

Charlie Schuknecht ⋅ 5 min read

Woman and daughter laughing in the snow by a snowman

Managing stress during the holidays

A Sanford Health certified nurse midwife offers some ways to help women enjoy this time of year.

SHN Staff ⋅ 4 min read

Andre Johnson, who bought male breast cancer, and his daughter

Male breast cancer: Pink stands for men, too — even farmers

“I was speechless. How can a male have breast cancer? How could this happen to me?"

SHN Staff ⋅ 9 min read

Brittany Hassebroek speaking with a doctor

Brittany Hassebroek: Scheduler enjoys helping new moms

"I have always been intrigued by the health care industry and all of its moving parts."

Alexandra Johnson ⋅ 4 min read

woman getting a mammogram

What you need to know about dense breast tissue

Breast density describes the ratio of fat to connective tissue and glands on the mammogram.

SHN Staff ⋅ 5 min read

Three women smiling in a leafy setting

Breast cancer survivor finds beauty of hope

“Catching this at an early stage makes the world of difference."

Kay Todd ⋅ 4 min read

Lush Prize winner Sanford Health reseacher Pilar de la Puente in her lab

Sanford Health scientist honored for reducing animal tests

“My ultimate goal is to develop a completely animal-testing-free culture model."

Jacqueline Palfy ⋅ 3 min read

High school classmates Peggy Haken (in purple) and Marcia Johnson (in blue).

Classmates brought back together through breast cancer

“There we were, two in our class (of 21) with breast cancer."

Jane Heilmann ⋅ 8 min read

Effective ways to ease periods for women and teens

Taya Ordahl ⋅ 8 min read

Protecting your baby against sudden infant death syndrome

Giridhar Guntreddi, MD, FAAP ⋅ 7 min read

Reproductive medicine guides a growing family

Erin Heinert ⋅ 6 min read

Bringing babies into the world peacefully with hypnobirthing

Jeanette Rackl ⋅ 7 min read

Postpartum mental health: Caring for moms in-house

Mick Garry ⋅ 11 min read