The month of August is acknowledged as National Breastfeeding Month, and during this time, many organizations, women’s health clinics, and individuals advocate for breastfeeding awareness and support for mothers. For more information on this year’s theme, Many Voices United, please visit usbreastfeeding.org. Benefits of Breastfeeding There are many reasons that mothers choose to breastfeed or […]
Welcome back Dr. Samantha Michelena, MD!
One of our wonderful providers was on maternity leave for the last few months, but we’re now excited to be welcoming her back on August 3! Dr. Michelena has been with Cheyenne OBGYN for several years and has a special interest in adolescent health, minimally invasive surgeries, and high risk obstetrics. Her and her husband […]
Please Welcome Mary Toth, DNP!
Cheyenne OBGYN is excited to welcome a new provider to our team this month! Mary Toth, NP brings over 21 years’ worth of experience to Cheyenne OBGYN and has a special interest in women’s health and medical aesthetics. Mary loves every aspect of obstetrics and gynecology, including normal and high-risk obstetrics, gynecological care (especially patient […]
Simply the Breast
On average, every day in Wyoming, one person is diagnosed with breast cancer. One day, that person was Lisa Wagner. Lisa is the wife of Dr. Bert Wagner, one of our wonderful providers at Cheyenne OBGYN. Dr. Wagner has served gynecology patients in southeast Wyoming for almost 30 years, and thus has helped many women […]
Health Tips for Moms
At Cheyenne OBGYN, we love moms! Whether new moms or more experienced moms, caring for these amazingly strong women is both a privilege! As we celebrate Mother’s Day this month, we decided to put together a few health tips for all the wonderful mamas out there. Many moms selflessly give to their children and everyone […]
COVID-19
As part of our mission, Cheyenne OBGYN is dedicated to addressing the concerns of our employees, colleagues, and community with the same values and attentiveness as we do for our patients and families. We have been closely monitoring the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19), which seems to be evolving daily. We monitor the directives from […]
Endometriosis: You’re Not Alone
“It is truly unbearable. Imagine throwing up, chills, fever, and lying on your bathroom floor in pain. It is real, and it is awful. Childbirth was easier.” —Crystal “I suffered greatly from endo and didn’t find out until it was almost too late. Now I am watching my 15-year-old do the same. I tried to […]
When should your teen begin seeing a gynecologist?
Visiting a gynecologist for the first time is a big step in a young woman’s development. As a parent, you may wonder when the appropriate time is to schedule your daughter’s first GYN appointment. The gynecologists at Cheyenne OBGYN typically recommend young girls have their first appointment between ages 13 and 15. Usually, a pelvic […]
The Importance of Folic Acid in Pregnancies
So, you’re trying to get pregnant – congratulations! As you probably know, there are many things that women who could become pregnant should do to keep themselves healthy. One vitamin that is crucial to a healthy pregnancy is folic acid. What is folic acid? Folic acid is a B vitamin that helps your body to […]
How to Work Through the Holidays and Be Mindful of Your Health
What you eat: It’s no secret that the holidays can be a difficult time for those of us trying to watch what we eat and maintain a healthy lifestyle. With an endless supply of festive treats, delicious drinks and celebrations to attend, the temptations are all around! If you’re trying to be mindful of your […]