Heart disease, including heart attack, is the number one cause of death in the United States. Stroke, a related condition, is the number five cause of death in the United States. Several factors that contribute to heart attacks and strokes are not under our control, but many of the biggest factors are—including your lifestyle, which... Read more »
Heat and humidity can be unpleasant for anyone, but they can take an even greater toll on soon-to-be moms. Here’s a look at several areas that can cause problems for pregnant women in the summer, and how you can go about proactively preventing and managing these sorts of issues during a summer pregnancy. Heat Intolerance... Read more »
Weight gain is expected and highly necessary during pregnancy. While a baby is in the womb, the mother must provide nutrients through additional calorie consumption, which naturally leads to an increase in weight. What are the right amounts of weight gain, and what are some strategies you can take to hit these proper thresholds during... Read more »
Often known by its abbreviation PMS, premenstrual syndrome includes a variety of symptoms surrounding the menstrual cycle in women. It’s estimated that up to three out of every four menstruating women have experienced some form of PMS. Symptoms The list of potential signs and symptoms of PMS is quite long, but in most cases,... Read more »
During pregnancy and leading up to delivery, it’s natural and expected for mothers to gain weight as they provide nutrients for the growing baby. When the baby is delivered, however, it becomes time to lose that weight. In most cases, if you were a normal weight and gained the general recommended average of between 25... Read more »
Women have two ovaries located on each side of the uterus, and these ovaries can develop fluid-filled sacs or pockets either within or on their surface called ovarian cysts. Several women have ovarian cysts at some point in their lives, and while many of these cysts aren’t harmful, some cases of ovarian cysts can be... Read more »
Diastasis recti is a condition where the belly sticks out due to a widening of the space between your left and right belly muscles. It’s sometimes referred to as a “pooch.” So what exactly is diastasis recti and how can you treat it? Here’s a look. Basic facts Diastasis recti is very common among pregnant... Read more »
A colposcopy is a procedure in which a doctor is able to examine the cervix, vagina and vulva for signs of disease, and it uses an item called a colposcope with a special magnifying lens. When might this test be right for you, and what types of conditions can it help identify? Here’s a look... Read more »
Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through sexual contact—they are caused by infected organisms that pass through bodily fluids like blood, semen or vaginal fluid, or often through shared needles. In rarer cases, STDs can be transmitted through childbirth or blood transfusions. Part of what makes the human-to-human spread of STDs so difficult to manage is... Read more »
Menopause can be uncomfortable. Many of the symptoms last for several years, and can influence both physical and emotional changes in the female body. The good news? Women with noticeable menopause symptoms have a large variety of treatment options to choose from. These can include prescription and over-the-counter medications and even simple home remedies. Some... Read more »
Heart disease, including heart attack, is the number one cause of death in the United States. Stroke, a related condition, is the number five cause of death in the United States. Several factors that contribute to heart attacks and strokes are not under our control, but many of the biggest factors are—including your lifestyle, which... Read more »
Heat and humidity can be unpleasant for anyone, but they can take an even greater toll on soon-to-be moms. Here’s a look at several areas that can cause problems for pregnant women in the summer, and how you can go about proactively preventing and managing these sorts of issues during a summer pregnancy. Heat Intolerance... 
Weight gain is expected and highly necessary during pregnancy. While a baby is in the womb, the mother must provide nutrients through additional calorie consumption, which naturally leads to an increase in weight. What are the right amounts of weight gain, and what are some strategies you can take to hit these proper thresholds during... 
Often known by its abbreviation PMS, premenstrual syndrome includes a variety of symptoms surrounding the menstrual cycle in women. It’s estimated that up to three out of every four menstruating women have experienced some form of PMS. Symptoms The list of potential signs and symptoms of PMS is quite long, but in most cases,... 
During pregnancy and leading up to delivery, it’s natural and expected for mothers to gain weight as they provide nutrients for the growing baby. When the baby is delivered, however, it becomes time to lose that weight. In most cases, if you were a normal weight and gained the general recommended average of between 25... 
Women have two ovaries located on each side of the uterus, and these ovaries can develop fluid-filled sacs or pockets either within or on their surface called ovarian cysts. Several women have ovarian cysts at some point in their lives, and while many of these cysts aren’t harmful, some cases of ovarian cysts can be... 
Diastasis recti is a condition where the belly sticks out due to a widening of the space between your left and right belly muscles. It’s sometimes referred to as a “pooch.” So what exactly is diastasis recti and how can you treat it? Here’s a look. Basic facts Diastasis recti is very common among pregnant... 
A colposcopy is a procedure in which a doctor is able to examine the cervix, vagina and vulva for signs of disease, and it uses an item called a colposcope with a special magnifying lens. When might this test be right for you, and what types of conditions can it help identify? Here’s a look... 
Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through sexual contact—they are caused by infected organisms that pass through bodily fluids like blood, semen or vaginal fluid, or often through shared needles. In rarer cases, STDs can be transmitted through childbirth or blood transfusions. Part of what makes the human-to-human spread of STDs so difficult to manage is... 
Menopause can be uncomfortable. Many of the symptoms last for several years, and can influence both physical and emotional changes in the female body. The good news? Women with noticeable menopause symptoms have a large variety of treatment options to choose from. These can include prescription and over-the-counter medications and even simple home remedies. Some...