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(847) 289-8262      1710 N. Randall Rd., Ste. 360, Elgin, IL 60123

Kevin A Copley, MD

Premier Women’s Health Assoc, S.C.

Kevin Copley, M.D.

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Activities/Exercise/Dental Care/Traveling/Vaccines

Exercise

ActivitiesMost women can exercise while pregnant, keep items in mind.

  • Drink adequate fluids before, during and after exercise
  • Avoid any contact sports such as soccer, volleyball, and activities which increase your risk of falling, such as horseback riding, bike riding, rollerblading and skiing
  • Try not to get your pulse above 160
  • Do not lay flat on your back after 20 weeks

Dental Care

It is important to maintain dental hygiene while pregnant. Cleanings, fillings, root canals, X-rays should and can be performed while pregnant. Local anesthesia is safe as well.

Sexual Activity

ActivitiesYou may continue sexual activity while pregnant except in cases of bleeding, premature labor, or threatened miscarriage.

Travel

Travel is not recommended after 32 weeks because if you should have a problem, you may be forced to stay out of the area for a prolonged period of time. Any trip planned by car, plane..etc that lasts more than two hours should be interrupted by rest stops where you can stretch and move your legs.

Vaccines

An annual influenza vaccine is recommended for all pregnant women regardless of trimester. A booster of tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) is recommended for pregnant women in the third trimester of pregnancy.

  • Maternal Vaccination – CDC guidelines (PDF)

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Contact Information

 1710 N. Randall Rd., Ste. 360,
Elgin, IL 60123

(847) 289-8262

info@pwomenshealth.com

Answering Service

If you have a medical emergency and cannot reach the office, please call our answering service at (815) 363-2960

Office Hours

  • Monday: 1:00pm – 7:00 pm
  • Tuesdays: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Wednesdays: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Thursdays: CLOSED
  • Friday: 9:00am – 3pm
  • Saturdays: 9am – 12pm (3rd Sat of month)
  • Sunday: CLOSED

We accept most insurances.

Services

  • Adolescent/Teen Care
  • Gynecological Care
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Obstetrics
  • Premenstrual Syndrome

Hospital Affiliation

Advocate Sherman Hospial
1425 N. Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123

Confidentiality

Our confidentiality procedures are regulated by the Health Portability and Accountability act (HIPPA). We comply completely with these guidelines. All of your medical information is kept strictly confidential.

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