Natural Remedies For Morning Sickness
While many women feel delightful about their pregnancy, their bodies may disagree. Morning sickness leaves women nauseous and queasy, taking all the joy out of what is meant to be an exciting experience. If you are suffering through your pregnancy rather than enjoying it, don’t worry, relief is out there! Just try some of these […]
Pregnancy Myths: Can I Have Caffeine While Pregnant?
You’ve heard them before: those outlandish pregnancy myths touting how women shouldn’t wear heels, listen to rock music, go on long runs and so on. But what about consuming caffeine? Many of us love starting our day with a big cup of coffee—but if you have a little one on the way, you may be […]
Helping Your Daughter Choose the Right Feminine Hygiene Product
The first menstruation is a momentous occasion in any young woman’s life. But while this is a beautiful time marking the transition from childhood to young adulthood, beginning the first menstrual cycle can be scary for your daughter. Besides all of the physical and emotional changes her body is going through, deciding which feminine hygiene […]
Is the HPV Vaccine Right For Me?
HPV, also known as the human papillomavirus, and is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. HPV affects more than 20 million people in the U.S. with 6.2 million more people being infected each year. Currently, there are around 40 types of HPV, and while most HPV infections don’t cause any symptoms […]
What Is a Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?
Pelvic floor dysfunctions (PFD) are a collection of disorders that affect a woman’s pelvic floor. This is the group of muscles in the pelvic area that support the organs. Those organs include the bladder, rectum and uterus. When the pelvic organ muscles fail, it can cause discomfort, bathroom troubles or even serious medical conditions. As […]
How to Prepare Your Daughter For Her First Period
Somewhere between the age of 9 and 16, most girls will get their first period. That’s why it’s so important for your daughter to understand what menstruation is early on. Girls as young as 8 can start menstruation, and the last thing you want is for your daughter to be completely caught off guard. While […]
What Is Menopause?
Menopause is one of the stages in a woman’s life that marks the end of their menstrual cycles. It is a natural condition that generally is caused by aging. Menopause is the time leading up to the stop of menstruation. After a woman has reached menopause, she is no longer able to reproduce. Before menopause […]
What is Gynecology?
When it comes to being healthy, we try and do our best. We watch what we eat, exercise and visit our doctors annually. However, for women, seeing a general practitioner once a year isn’t always enough. In order to stay well, most women should be visiting a gynecologist annually. Learn how a gynecologist is a […]
What to Expect During Your First Trimester of Pregnancy
7 Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms While it may garner no visible baby bump, the first trimester of pregnancy is marked by an amazing transformation. During this time, hormones signal a woman’s body to begin sending nutrients to the baby, sometimes long before a test can determine the pregnancy. Because the first trimester is such a […]
Natural Remedies for PMS Symptoms
It’s estimated that 75 percent of women suffer from some form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). This means that there are millions of women dealing with headaches, bloating, cramps, depression or other symptoms every day. But there is no reason to suffer! With some simple, natural remedies and lifestyle changes, you can keep the worst of […]