You don’t need anyone to tell you that women are strong—and as we age, that strength and wisdom combine to form a truly formidable force. Unfortunately for many women in their middle and later years, the body begins to betray…
Reproductive health is a complex journey, influenced by various factors that can seem overwhelming to prepare and account for. And while physical well-being undeniably plays a pivotal role, the impact of mental health can’t be underestimated. About 19% of women…
Hot flashes, mood swings, and night sweats. If you’ve heard of these common menopause symptoms, you’ve probably heard of another dreaded sign—weight gain. While every woman experiences menopause differently, many women experience weight gain that often feels out of control.…
For many young women, contraception is both an important and an intimidating prospect. With all the options—and potential side effects—to navigate, finding the right birth control method can feel like a daunting task. To make matters worse, many have heard…
You don’t need anyone to tell you that women are strong—and as we age, that strength and wisdom combine to form a truly formidable force. Unfortunately for many women in their middle and later years, the body begins to betray…
Naturally, life with a newborn can be an emotional rollercoaster. With hormones, lack of sleep, anxiety, and excitement all in the mix, it’s understandable that life can feel overwhelming. But are you still feeling down a few weeks after giving…
We all know that living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) can be an unpleasant and even life-altering experience. These diseases, like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, are all too common here in Alabama—over 46,000 cases in 2019. Numerous STD myths…
During pregnancy, your body undergoes significant changes—some of which can impact your digestive system. While you may be expecting a range of symptoms such as nausea, bloating, constipation, and heartburn, you may not know what to do about them. Pregnancy…
You probably know that estrogen plays a vital role in women’s sexual health and wellness, maintaining our sex drive, vaginal health, menstrual cycle, and ability to conceive (along with the pregnancy hormone progesterone). Estrogen also helps keep other parts of…
Menopause is a stage of life that we’re thankfully talking about a lot more than we used to! Still, because the symptoms of “The Change” can often be uncomfortable or embarrassing, there are a lot of menopause myths out there…