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Top 5 Warning Signs of Endometriosis
Endometriosis is underdiagnosed, and many women don’t realize they have it. Treatments can help, so if you have any of the signs in this post, consider talking to your doctor.
Jul 1st, 2023

What Actually Happens When Your Water Breaks?
When your water breaks, it’s a clear sign that delivery is just around the corner. But what does “water breaking” really mean — and what should you do at this critical time in your labor? We have the answers.
Jun 1st, 2023

How to Ensure Pleasurable Sex During Perimenopause
Perimenopause ushers in many changes, including changes in your sexual desire and comfort. In this post, learn some simple tips to make sex more enjoyable and pleasurable as you approach menopause.
May 2nd, 2023

Popular Benefits of IUDs for Birth Control
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are both a highly popular and effective form of long-term pregnancy prevention. Could you benefit from an IUD? Keep reading to learn more about this popular contraception.
Apr 1st, 2023

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Heavy Periods
Usually, heavy periods are just inconvenient. In some cases, however, they can be an indication of a more serious health condition. Learn about symptoms, causes, and treatments for heavy periods.
Mar 1st, 2023

How Does Aging Affect Urination?
Did you know that half of adult women report some degree of involuntary urine leakage? Or did you know that your risks for a urinary tract infection increase with age? Here’s a look at how aging can impact urination.
Feb 3rd, 2023

Signs Your Periods Are Fueling Low Iron Levels
Are you always tired? Do you often feel light-headed? You might have low iron levels, and unfortunately, heavy periods might be the culprit. Read on to learn more about your periods and your iron levels.
Dec 2nd, 2022

5 Different Barrier Birth Control Methods
There are a lot of different birth control options out there. If you’re tired of your current method or want to learn more about barrier birth control, we give you more information here.
Oct 1st, 2022

What to Expect During Your Colposcopy

A colposcopy examines your cervix, vagina, and vulva for possible abnormalities. If your OB/GYN wants to schedule one for you as part of your routine gynecological exam, or after other tests, what should you expect?
Sep 1st, 2022

Understanding How PCOS Can Affect Your Body
PCOS can impact your body in various ways that can be uncomfortable and challenging. Partnering with a specialist is a good first step on the road to managing your symptoms and leading a good quality of life.
Aug 1st, 2022

How to Care for Your Body After Childbirth
Despite all the excitement and routine changes, you shouldn’t neglect your own physical and mental needs after giving birth. Read on to learn about postpartum self-care.
Jul 1st, 2022

How to Manage First Trimester Morning Sickness
Often one of the first signs of pregnancy, morning sickness is a problem you may have within the first four months of your term. While not usually harmful, morning sickness is unpleasant and we can help you learn how to manage it.
May 1st, 2022

Can Thyroid Problems Affect Your Periods?
Menstrual problems can point to many different health conditions, but one of the most overlooked culprits is the thyroid. Here’s what you need to know about the link between this little gland and your menstrual cycle.
Apr 1st, 2022

How Does a Birth Control Ring Work?
Birth control rings might not be as well known as birth control pills or intrauterine devices (IUDs), but they’re still an effective form of contraception — and one that many women prefer. Read on to find out more.
Mar 1st, 2022

Lesser Known Signs You're Going into Labor
Millions of women will go into labor this year. Are you one of them? Then you might want to familiarize yourself with a few less common signs of labor! Here are eight signs you should know about.
Feb 1st, 2022

How to Ensure a Comfortable and Helpful Pap Smear
Routine Pap smears may just elongate your life. If you’re intimidated by the notion of the cervical test, have concerns about pain or emotional stress, or want to make the most of the experience, consider these smart steps.
Jan 4th, 2022

Understanding Heavy Menstruation: Signs and Treatments
You’re soaking through tampons or sanitary napkins at an alarming rate, or perhaps your periods drag on for more than a week. Here’s a look at what may be causing the heavy menstruation and how we can help.
Dec 5th, 2021

How Does PCOS Impact Mental Health?
Not only does PCOS impact a woman’s reproductive and overall physical health, but it can also chip away at her mental health. Find out more here.
Nov 1st, 2021

Diaphragm for Birth Control: Is It Right for Me?
If you’re looking for an effective form of birth control that doesn’t involve hormones, a diaphragm may meet your needs. Find out how this type of contraception prevents pregnancy and whether it’s right for you.
Oct 3rd, 2021

Bringing Your Baby Home: What To Expect
After many months of carrying and hours of labor you welcome your baby into the world. Now that you and your child are together in person, there are some things you should know about what life will be like at home after birth. Keep reading to learn more.
Sep 1st, 2021

Who Needs a Colposcopy?
Pelvic exams are a normal part of a checkup, and if the results reveal abnormal results, further testing may be necessary. A colposcopy is one way to determine what abnormal tests can mean. Read on to find out more.
Aug 1st, 2021

I’m Not Ready To Have a Baby. What Are My Options?
Having a child is a major step in your life, and for a wide variety of personal reasons, you may simply not be ready to take that step. If you are sexually active but not ready for children, there are plenty of options available. Keep reading to learn more
Jul 11th, 2021

I Had an Abnormal Pap Smear. What Should I Do Next?
Pap smears are a normal part of a woman’s life. If your results are normal, everything’s fine and you get on with your life until the next test. But what happens if you get abnormal results? What does it mean and what should you do? Read on to learn more.
Jun 8th, 2021

Are You Following These Postpartum Instructions?
Having a baby is a wondrous event, but it can take a toll on you. Knowing how to take care of yourself once you leave the hospital is vital to bonding with your newborn and starting your new life happy and healthy. Keep reading to learn more!
May 19th, 2021

Adjusting to Life With Menopause
Menopause is the life after your body is no longer able to reproduce and stops producing hormones. Adjusting to life in menopause takes time as your body changes, but understanding what you’re going through will help.
Apr 13th, 2021

Benefits of Breastfeeding
In the earliest stages of child care, health and nutrition are vital for your infant. Breastfeeding is a safe, natural way to provide both. Read on to learn the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby.
Mar 11th, 2021

Myths and Facts About Birth Control
When it comes to birth control, there are many options available to help decide if and when you want kids. But, there are also a lot of misconceptions about how and if it works. Read on to get the facts.
Jan 13th, 2021

The Link Between Stress and Your Periods
Between work, finances, and so many other struggles, there are plenty of reasons for stress. But did you know stress also affects us physically? Read on to learn more about the link between stress and your monthly cycle.
Dec 13th, 2020

Tips for Navigating a Winter Pregnancy
Being pregnant already comes with a number of complications and worries. But, if you’re going through a winter pregnancy, you may have other issues to be concerned about as well. Keep reading to find out more!
Nov 10th, 2020

How to Avoid a Yeast Infection
A lot of different things can affect your chances of getting a yeast infection. While generally not dangerous, yeast infections are unpleasant and uncomfortable. Fortunately, they can be avoided. Keep reading to learn how!
Oct 7th, 2020

3 Tips for Getting Through Breastfeeding
Whether you’re a new mommy-to-be or a veteran mom, breastfeeding can be one of the most rewarding and daunting parts of motherhood. Keep reading for advice on how to make the experience a breeze.
Sep 8th, 2020

I Tested Positive for HPV - Now What?
It’s never easy hearing you’ve tested positive for a virus, like HPV. We understand how disappointing this news can be, but it doesn’t mean you should panic. Keep reading to learn more about HPV and what you should do following a positive test result.
Aug 20th, 2020

Who Should Have a Colposcopy?
You know it’s important to see your gynecologist regularly, but it can be tricky to know which tests, evaluations, and exams you need when you arrive. We’re here to clear up the confusion and give you the information you need about colposcopies.
Jul 22nd, 2020

The Different Types of Urinary Incontinence
Of all the things you have to worry about every day, controlling your bladder shouldn’t be one of them. Urinary incontinence is a common and completely treatable condition. Keep reading to learn more and how you can treat it.
Jun 26th, 2020

Understanding the Pregnancy Timeline
Whether you’re a first-time mommy-to-be or a multiple-child veteran, pregnancy can be an exciting and often uncertain time. It’s always best to know what to expect when you’re expecting. Read more to learn about your pregnancy journey.
May 29th, 2020

Next Steps After an Abnormal Pap Smear
You’ve been told your Pap smear is abnormal, and now you're wondering what to do next. Keep reading to learn what your results mean and how to find an effective treatment option.
Mar 1st, 2020

Should I Be Tested for HPV?
You remember the lectures in grade school about sexually transmitted diseases, like HPV? HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases and can cause serious health problems. Read more to learn the importance of being tested for HPV.
Feb 7th, 2020

Life After a Hysterectomy
Are you scheduled for a hysterectomy? It’s common to have questions about your procedure, and you also may wonder what life will be like for you after this surgery. Continue reading to learn what you can expect post-op.
Jan 2nd, 2020

Myths and Facts About Breastfeeding
How you’ll feed your baby is an important decision. If you’re a new mom planning to breastfeed, learn the truth surrounding some common myths about what is and isn’t good for your baby.
Dec 1st, 2019

Does Having PCOS Affect My Fertility?
PCOS is known for causing irregular periods, but if it affects your fertility, what’s your next step? Learn more about how PCOS affects your ability to have a baby and what you can do when you want to conceive.
Nov 1st, 2019

Bleeding During Pregnancy: What's Normal and What's Not
While vaginal bleeding during pregnancy isn’t routine, it’s also not uncommon, affecting about 20% of pregnant women. However, it can be an early warning sign for some issues, so all bleeding should be mentioned to your obstetrician.
Oct 1st, 2019

7 Tips to Help Survive Pregnancy During the Summer in Texas
It’s summer. It’s Texas. It’s 100-plus degrees. We feel your pain, mommas-to-be! That’s why we compiled this list of seven tips to help you to not just survive your summer pregnancy, but to thrive and have your best summer yet.
Jul 10th, 2019

Boost Your Health With These 3 Tips
In the past, there used to be a “one size fits all” approach to medical care and treatment as well as what was considered to be “healthy.” Thankfully, times have changed and more and more people are acknowledging the differences between men and women...
Apr 21st, 2019

New Mom Life Hack: Sleep Tips For You And Baby
Are you a new mom who feels like you’re one of the zombies from The Walking Dead? Are you desperate for anything—anything—to help you and your baby sleep through the night? Then rest easily; here are a few life hacks to help you make it through (http://www
Mar 21st, 2019

Creating Balance In Your Health
For years now the importance of proper diet and exercise has been pushed and promoted as much as possible. But as with anything, people can take the active fitness lifestyle too far. In the past, it was athletes turning to steroids for an extra push...
Feb 21st, 2019

What’s The Best Way To Name Your Baby
One of the most agonizing parts of having a baby is finally settling on a proper name. Some have to manage the minefield of family and friends who all want the baby named after them.
Jan 21st, 2019

New Mom Weight Loss Support
One of the biggest things we hear from new moms is that they can’t wait to get back to their “pre-baby” weight. When you deal with the massive hormonal issues associated with postpartum depression, the last thing you want to think about is losing weight.
Dec 17th, 2018

Is Prenatal Care Important?
Childbirth and pregnancy can be an absolute blessing. But if you don’t take care of yourself and your child during the pregnancy, you can actually be setting yourself up for untold problems in the future. That’s why prenatal care is so important.
Nov 21st, 2018

The “Other” Talk You Need To Have With Your Tween
The dreaded part of having a teenager is the uncomfortable feeling and general awkwardness when you have “the talk” about sex and sexuality. But there’s another talk that’s also important to have with your child.
Oct 22nd, 2018

Three Ways To Ease Your Menstrual Cramps
One of the most annoying aspects of life for women is the regular problem with menstruation and especially menstrual cramps. You know how it is: sometimes the cramps and feelings of being bloated are so bad that you just want to curl up in your bed...
Sep 21st, 2018

Benefits Of Prenatal And Postnatal Massage
As more and more attention is being paid to women’s health, newer treatments are being developed to ease the pain and anxiety of childbirth. One of those areas that is being embraced is prenatal (during pregnancy) and postnatal (after pregnancy) massages.
Aug 21st, 2018

Breast Feeding Concerns And Answers
In the past couple of decades, there has been a concerted effort to increase the popularity of breastfeeding as a parenting option. The benefits, such as healthier immune systems, have long been touted.
Jul 20th, 2018

How Stress Affects Women
It seems like we’ve all been tricked. We were told that all of the new technology and advances in the world would make our lives easier. But it also seems that stress levels are getting more and more out of control each day.
Jun 21st, 2018

Common Signs Of Menopause
No matter what euphemism you call it—“The Change” being, of course, the most common—menopause is a major event in a woman’s life that can also be very emotional.
May 21st, 2018

Does Menopause End Endometriosis?
No one will ever say that being a woman is easy. With all of the health concerns and procedures that we go through, it’s a testament to our strength. Unfortunately, one very painful and all too common health problem that women face is endometriosis.
Apr 20th, 2018

How To Avoid Osteoporosis Later In Life
If you’re a woman, chances are you have been hearing for years about the importance of calcium in your diet as a means of fighting off osteoporosis when you get older.
Mar 21st, 2018

How To Keep Your Healthy Life Motivation Strong
If you have ever been the member of a gym or fitness club, you’ve probably seen this in action: On January 1st, all of the machines are packed and there’s a line to use the free weights. A week later, maybe one or two people have fallen to the wayside.
Jan 22nd, 2018

Raising Awareness Of Women’s Heart Health
Heart disease is often referred to as “the silent killer.” Although it does not get as much attention as breast cancer has in the past few years, it is still a substantial health problem for women as they get older.
Dec 18th, 2017

Sex During Pregnancy: Is It Harmful?
For many women, pregnancy can feel totally unsexy. The swelling and discomfort as your body prepares for birth is not really conducive to romance, nor is the nausea and vomiting of morning sickness.
Nov 21st, 2017

October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It seems every year breast cancer becomes more prevalent right in our own homes. Whether it’s a friend or a family member, we see the devastating effects of breast cancer far too often.
Oct 21st, 2017

8 Fertility Tips When You’re Trying To Get Pregnant
Once you make the decision to try and get pregnant, there are several things that you can do to improve your odds of succeeding. When you are in your early 20s, the odds of conceiving within a year are 96 percent.
Sep 21st, 2017

5 Breastfeeding Benefits
Breastfeeding has long been lauded by the healthcare community for its many benefits, including the opportunity to allow mothers to bond more with their children. Now, even the stigma of public breastfeeding is starting to wane and the practice is becoming
Aug 16th, 2017