What happens at the gynecologist's office?

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What happens at the gynecologist's office?

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Jan 21, 2013

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At what age should a woman first go to the gynecologist? Do women prefer female gynecologists? Join Caroline and Cristen as they explain the Stuff Mom Never Told You about OB-GYN visits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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