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Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
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Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Mary Murry is a certified nurse-midwife in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.
Murry, a Cincinnati native, has been a nurse-midwife practitioner for more than 20 years and is an instructor at the College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic. She was a contributing reviewer and writer of the "Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy" book.
Her research interests include adult female survivors of sexual abuse, women's perception of pain in labor, and obesity in pregnancy.
Latest entries
- Delivery room: Who'll join you for the birth?
June 18, 2013
- New sibling: Who is this and why is she in my house?
June 4, 2013
- Foreskin: To keep or not to keep?
May 21, 2013
- Travel during pregnancy
May 7, 2013
- Gas in pregnancy
April 23, 2013
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June 18, 2013
Delivery room: Who'll join you for the birth?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Whether you'd like a crowd in the delivery room or a more private experience, it's important to choose your support people carefully. continue
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June 4, 2013
New sibling: Who is this and why is she in my house?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Preparing a child for a new sibling takes thought. Here's help getting started. continue
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May 21, 2013
Foreskin: To keep or not to keep?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Circumcision for newborn boys is fairly common in some parts of the world, but opinions on the practice vary greatly. continue
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May 7, 2013
Travel during pregnancy
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Pregnancy doesn't necessarily preclude travel. Keep these pregnancy travel tips in mind. continue
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April 23, 2013
Gas in pregnancy
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Gas in pregnancy can be embarrassing. It's common, though, and you can take steps to keep it in check. continue
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April 10, 2013
Varicose veins and pregnancy: Legs and more
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Think varicose veins are just for legs? Think again. During pregnancy, varicose veins can affect other parts of your body, too. continue
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March 26, 2013
You're pregnant! How will you share the news?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Are you ready to make a pregnancy announcement? Share how — and when — you'll tell your friends and family. continue
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March 12, 2013
Prenatal visits: Do you bring support?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Do you attend prenatal visits on your own or do you bring a support person? Share your stories about prenatal visits. continue
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Feb. 26, 2013
Tdap vaccine: Now recommended during pregnancy
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
As whooping cough makes a comeback, the CDC encourages the Tdap vaccine for pregnant women. continue
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Feb. 12, 2013
Dad-to-be? Take center stage!
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Is there an expectant father in your life? Here's help supporting a dad-to-be. continue
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Jan. 29, 2013
Infertility: An invitation to share your story
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
A Mayo Clinic specialist addresses the emotional toll of infertility. continue
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Jan. 15, 2013
Body after baby: What happened?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Body after baby — Whose body is this and where did mine go? continue
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Jan. 4, 2013
Breast pumps: Choices abound
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Planning to breast-feed? Consider how far breast pumps have come since the earliest models. continue
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Dec. 18, 2012
Baby showers: Can you have too many?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Baby showers are a traditional way to celebrate a new baby — but is there a limit to a reasonable number of showers? continue
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Dec. 4, 2012
Flu during pregnancy: What to do?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
If you're pregnant during flu season, make a plan for preventing — and treating — the flu. continue
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Nov. 8, 2012
High blood pressure in pregnancy: What's your story?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
High blood pressure in pregnancy — Being fully informed can help you make the best decisions for you and your baby. continue
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Oct. 26, 2012
Labor stories: Trick or treat?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
A Mayo Clinic specialist shares a Halloween labor story. continue
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Sept. 28, 2012
What's your birth story?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Your birth story can shape you in ways you might not have imagined. continue
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July 24, 2012
Easy labor: Is it possible?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Hoping for an easy labor? A Mayo Clinic specialist offers practical labor tips. continue
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May 23, 2012
Pregnancy advice: How to handle unwanted comments
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Are you bombarded with unwanted pregnancy advice? Here's help handling it — and moving on. continue
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March 27, 2012
Old wives' tales about pregnancy: Any merit?
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Despite advances in science, old wives' tales about pregnancy abound. continue
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March 13, 2012
Ectopic pregnancy recovery: Healing takes time
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
After an ectopic pregnancy, you'll need time to recover both physically and emotionally. continue
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Jan. 7, 2012
Prenatal genetic screening
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Prenatal genetic screening is common, but it isn't required. Consider these important questions before testing. continue
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Dec. 16, 2011
Induced labor: Making an informed decision
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
Induced labor — Would your baby be better off on the outside? A Mayo Clinic specialist offers insight on jump-starting labor. continue
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Oct. 18, 2011
Late pregnancy symptoms
By Mary M. Murry, R.N., C.N.M.
You're not likely to feel your best at the end of pregnancy. Here's help handling late pregnancy symptoms. continue
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