It is always frustrating to ask rhetorical questions to which you do not have clear answers. Such is the case when we look at COVID-19 vaccines in pregnancy and lactation. The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted an entire year, as of this writing. For our attention-challenged, instant-result culture, this year has been exceedingly difficult. In our…
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Naprotechnology stands for natural, procreative technology. It is a women’s health science designed to evaluate and treat female diseases in a scientific, comprehensive and ethical manner. It was founded by Dr. Thomas Hilgers, a Catholic Obstetrician and Gynecologist, who felt inspired to seek out ethical solutions to female medical problems after reading the encyclical, Humanae Vitae, by…
Read MoreIt’s official! We have consolidated all COLFS Medical Clinic Operations to our office in Escondido. Moving forward, all in-person appointments will be scheduled at 362 W. Mission Ave. Ste. 105 Escondido, CA 92025. We are now open 6 days a week and our excellent team of medical providers are ready to serve you. We know…
Read MoreThe pill and other artificial hormonal contraceptives are not safe and natural. Natural methods of fertility awareness management provide a safe holistic alternatives.
Read MoreNatural Family Planning (NFP) refers to methods of family planning that do not use artificial hormones or barrier methods in order to avoid pregnancy. Instead, couples learn to identify when the woman is naturally fertile in her cycle and avoid intercourse on those days when trying to postpone pregnancy. Alternatively, when they discern that…
Read MoreThe business of healthcare is challenging and the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the pressure we are all experiencing. To ensure that we remain on strong financial footing, we have made the decision to consolidate our medical services to our Escondido office at 362 Mission Avenue, Suite 105, Escondido 92025. This transition will be gradual and…
Read MoreThe main reason you should get an ultrasound is simply to see how far along you are in your pregnancy. With this safe and accurate procedure you will also be able to detect the fetal heartbeat, determine the baby’s age and approximate due date. One of the most exciting services we offer at COLFS Medical…
Read MoreInformed women know that understanding risks and benefits can help them when it comes to deciding what is best for them. This is especially true when it comes to taking the Pill or any hormonal contraception. If you are one of the 61 million women in the US [1] who have used hormonal contraception or…
Read MorePregnancy Tests: When a woman suspects she is pregnant, a common concern is when to take a pregnancy test and how effective the results are. Here at COLFs, we want to provide you with the most accurate information regarding pregnancy tests. There are three ways to determine pregnancy: at home tests, a blood test, and an ultrasound. Taking…
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