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When your health is going well, you may visit us at ThriveOB and Women's Wellness in Barrington, Illinois, for an annual exam and not much more. Gynecologic care encompasses more than just annual well visits.  When symptoms arise, there are times when your gynecologist should be your first line of...

Skin gets dull-looking. It’s just a fact of nature and the process of living. You don’t need to be complacent about it, and at ThriveOB and Women's Wellness in Barrington, Illinois, we recommend chemical peels to help you put your best face forward this holiday season.  Now is the perfect...

Having a baby is a seismic change in any woman’s life. The changes can even start before pregnancy when having a child is a planned event.  The obstetrics team at ThriveOB and Women's Wellness in Barrington, Illinois, can help you prepare your body for getting pregnant. We’ve prepared this month’s...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are more common than many people realize. In fact, public health experts estimate that about one in five Americans is living with an STI at any given time. At ThriveOB and Women's Wellness in Barrington, Illinois, our women’s health team...

There’s no question that dermal fillers are part of a 21st Century success story in medical aesthetics. Fillers were second only to Botox® and other neuromodulators in the most frequently performed minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures in 2024.  Dermal fillers work by introducing gels formed with biocompatible substances already found in your...

Of all the many changes that happen to your body during pregnancy, constipation may be one of the most inconvenient. It’s a common problem that affects almost half of all pregnant women, according to the American Pregnancy Association.  There’s no single reason why constipation accompanies pregnancy, though hormone changes play...

At ThriveOB and Women’s Wellness, we proudly offer Botox® Cosmetic treatments for our patients seeking relief from active wrinkles formed by expression muscles. Botox injections are a safe way to temporarily reduce the appearance of factors that age your face.  However, we’re primarily an obstetrics and gynecology practice, so you...

Maintaining a youthful appearance isn’t always easy. While you can stay on top of your diet and tone your body through exercise, time has a way of influencing things, often aided by other factors beyond your control, such as genetics.  Fat pockets in your body that rest between skin and...

It’s not always easy to pinpoint the cause of infertility since it may stem from a single or a combination of contributing factors. Both female and male health issues can play a role in delayed conception.  Jennifer Moreira, MD, FACOG, and her team at Thrive OB Women’s Wellness in Barrington,...

People come in all shapes and sizes and have their own habits and tendencies. When it comes to choosing the right birth control method for your lifestyle, factors as unique as you are are crucial.  It’s not always easy to decide, but the ThriveOB and Women's Wellness team is ready...

Experiencing changes in your body, mood, or sex life? It could mean that you’re entering menopause, a natural part of the aging process for women, marked by 12 months without a menstrual period. At ThriveOB and Women’s Wellness in Barrington, Illinois, we support you through every stage of life. Jennifer...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition characterized by irregular or infrequent periods, often with acne or excessive hair growth, and possible difficulty with fertility. The cause of PCOS is not fully understood, and genetics may play a role. Insulin resistance, which leads to higher circulating insulin levels, causes the...

Menopause is the time of life when your menstrual cycle stops and you can no longer become pregnant. You officially reach menopause when you haven’t had a period for 12 consecutive months. The average age of menopause is 51.    Before your periods end, you go through perimenopause. Perimenopause can...

I would like to take about Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), chlamydia and gonorrhea.  Did you know that they are the two most commonly reported communicable diseases?  Scary part is most of these infections have minimal to no symptoms at all.  My previous experience with infertility was eye opening to the...

Botox is a popular brand of neuromodulator that has revolutionized cosmetic surgery, providing significant effects with insignificant recovery. My favorite thing about providing Botox treatments is how much it can refresh a patient’s appearance, versus changing your (already perfect) look. You may notice your eyes appear brighter, you look more...

Thrive OB is excited to announce that for the month of February we will be having a special. Treat two areas with the Emsculpt Neo for the price of one. Call our office and ask to speak to Edith for more details and to schedule your appointment. Appointments need to...

We want to welcome you to thriveOB and Women’s Wellness! We chose to use the word “thrive” as our practice name because we want to make sure that you go through all stages of your life thriving and not just existing. We are dedicated to helping you traverse the many...