Year: 2015

Do I Need to Have a Period Each Month?

Do I Need to Have a Period Each Month?

November 19, 2015

In the past, a skipped period was a sign of pregnancy or menopause. However, thanks to the development of oral contraceptives, women can take control of their menstrual cycles and choose to avoid that time of the month. While most women menstruate 13 times each year, oral contraceptives have been approved to extend the length […]

5 Ways to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

5 Ways to Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

November 17, 2015

The holidays are one of the most exciting times of the year. But between parties every weekend, lack of sleep, not-so-healthy foods, and increased stress from finding those perfects gifts for your loved ones, the holidays can take a toll on your body, making it difficult to stay healthy. Fortunately, there are things you can […]

Breast-Feeding Tips for New Moms

Breast-Feeding Tips for New Moms

November 12, 2015

There are countless reasons to breastfeed your child, but nursing can be a challenge for many women. New mothers are often unsure of where to even begin this process and what they can do to keep themselves and their child as healthy as possible. Here is a look at just a few breastfeeding tips for […]

How to Ease Menstrual Pain

How to Ease Menstrual Pain

November 9, 2015

If you’re one of the nearly 60 percent of women who have to deal with menstrual cramps, we understand how frustrating it can be to deal with the debilitating pain every month. Fortunately, there are lots of ways you can reduce menstrual pain and not dread that time of the month. 4 Easy Ways to […]

5 Foods That Fight Osteoporosis

5 Foods That Fight Osteoporosis

November 7, 2015

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak or fragile due to loss of bone density. Though it normally occurs in older women, osteoporosis can happen at any age. Having a small frame, a family history of the disease and a lack of exercise can place women at a higher risk of getting […]

Can My Period Cause Migraines?

Can My Period Cause Migraines?

November 6, 2015

If you suffer from migraines, you know how debilitating the headaches can be—especially when you can’t pinpoint what causes your symptoms. It turns out your menstrual cycle may be guilty of triggering migraine headaches. Fortunately, however, this is an issue that can be treated. If you’re struggling with migraines month after month, learn what you […]

What Is Postpartum Depression?

What Is Postpartum Depression?

October 30, 2015

When a woman becomes pregnant, she often hears about the positive aspects of becoming a new mom (such as the overwhelming sense of love), and sometimes about the stresses moms commiserate about (such as the sleepless nights or a general feeling of inadequacy). However, talking about postpartum depression is often still considered taboo. And because […]

How to Talk to Your Daughter About Sex

How to Talk to Your Daughter About Sex

October 28, 2015

It’s the awkward conversation every parent dreads: talking to your daughter about sex. Why is talking to your teen about sex so anxiety-inducing? The topic is important, and you want to make sure your child gets all the information she needs, but it is also an incredibly personal topic that can be embarrassing to discuss. […]

5 Questions About Sex You're Too Afraid to Ask

5 Questions About Sex You’re Too Afraid to Ask

October 23, 2015

It’s easy to be embarrassed about asking sex questions. Sex is something we learn how to do with the privacy of a partner, and we all know that many of the sex we see in the movies and on television isn’t exactly like the real thing. However, there are still questions most women would like […]

What Are the Stages of Menopause?

What Are the Stages of Menopause?

October 19, 2015

If you’re experiencing symptoms of menopause and are beginning to wonder if you’re actually going into menopause, there are a few things to look for. The best way to tell for sure is to be aware of your menstrual periods over the last year. Irregular or stopped periods are good indicators that menopause may be […]