Author Archives: Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

About Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Dr. Rebecca Jacobi is a University of Nebraska Medical Center graduate and OB/GYN at the Methodist Physicians Clinic Women's Center. She is also a surgeon. Caring about women during their pregnancies and beyond is what Jacobi enjoys most about her OB/GYN career. She and her husband have three children. Jacobi's blog also appears on women.mhsblogs.com

Nausea does not mean a baby girl: Pregnancy myths debunked

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Heartburn during pregnancy does not mean your baby will be hairy. This and other weird pregnancy myths. Continue reading →

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7 holiday tips for pregnant travelers

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Extra water, no drive-thru’s and lay off the eggnog. These tips and more. Continue reading →

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Premature birth basics

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

In honor of Prematurity Awareness Month, we break down what causes, and possibly how to prevent, premature births. Continue reading →

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The pregnant workout

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Why there’s no better time to start exercising than when you’re expecting. Continue reading →

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5 quick-fix menopause tips

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Ladies preparing for “the change” should know their options (and dress in layers). Continue reading →

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Plenty of laughs accompany delivery room drama

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

Being a part of 320-plus births a month at Methodist Women’s Hospital, the nursing staff hears some pretty funny stuff in the labor-and-delivery room. Continue reading →

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Those awkward lady appointments explained

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

New Pap smear guidelines were introduced this year. But what about pelvic exams? Let’s break down the details. Continue reading →

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Labor and delivery 101

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

When you’re pregnant, your OB/GYN should be ready to expect the unexpected. Continue reading →

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Problem solving heavy periods

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

For some, menstrual cycles are brutal. But it’s important to know there are treatment options out there. Continue reading →

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The basics of infertility

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Dr. Rebecca Jacobi

For some couples, getting pregnant can be more of a stressful process than a joyful one. Get the 411 on infertility and ways to work through it. Continue reading →

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