Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News contributors.

Dr. Andrew Bruggeman, Dr. Mohan Krishnamoorthy, Dr. Kristen Rice, Gina Passmore, Dr. Noran Barry and Dr. Geoffrey Weinstein

Sharp surgeon celebrates the courage of cancer survivors

At a recent event honoring cancer survivors, Dr. Noran Barry discussed living through fear, pain, hope and healing.

New mom seeks support for postpartum anxiety (video)

After childbirth, feelings of deep isolation prompted Kelly to get the help she needed.

Shelley Federhart of San Diego with her dog

The importance of understanding your genetic risk for cancer

Knowing your family history and getting genetic testing is critical to making informed decisions about cancer treatment and understanding cancer risk.

Rain and Faith Cardoso of San Diego at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

Hydrotherapy in the NICU provides comfort and calm (video)

Hydrotherapy is a technique used to support the development of premature babies, like Winter, in the NICU.

Trying to get pregnant? Do this often

If you’re hoping to get pregnant, increase your frequency of intercourse and follow these other tips from Dr. Wendy Shelly.

The Galuppos of San Diego with their daughter, Josephine

New mom finds support in maternal mental health program

After participating in Sharp HealthCare’s Maternal Mental Health Program, Christine Galuppo advises other struggling moms to not be afraid to seek help.