Originally Published on August 17, 2020 Labor & Delivery | By Jenn Sinrich Here’s a closer look at what people really mean when they use the term “natural birth,” and why it’s time to nix this phrase from the conversation around labor and delivery. On the laundry list of inappropriate questions people leap to ask […]
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Originally Published on April 15, 2020 Period | By Carina Wolff and JR Thorpe If you’ve missed a period or you’ve found that it’s shorter or longer than normal, it’s easy to jump to conclusions. However, an abnormal period isn’t always a cause for alarm, as a number of everyday things can affect your menstrual […]
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Originally Published on August 24, 2020 Health News | By Christopher Curley In a new study, researchers say guidelines for caffeine consumption for pregnant women need to be revised.They state that any amount of caffeine consumed during pregnancy can increase the risk of low birth rate, miscarriage, and stillbirth.Experts note that the study is observational […]
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Originally Published on Aug 26, 2020 Health & Fitness | By Rachael Schultz The exam is crucial to detecting cervical cancer early — but the guidelines keep changing. Here’s what you need to know. Pap smears used to be super straightforward: You’d get the exam every time you had your annual wellness check-up with your […]
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Originally Published on August 27, 2020 Pregnancy | By Sara Lindberg Reducing pain during labor is a top priority for most moms-to-be. But given the limited options for managing pain, some pregnant people seek a more natural approach that doesn’t involve the use of medications. And that’s why some parents-to-be are curious about the safety […]
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Originally Published on Sep. 10, 2020 Habits | By Charlotte Hilton Andersen Most men and women slept minus underwear—some do it on a nightly basis. Check out these compelling reasons to consider going commando in bed. When it comes to getting a good night’s sleep, whether or not to snooze in pajamas, go commando, or […]
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Originally Published on August 4, 2020 Body Fat | By Chaunie Brusie, BSN, RN If you’re over the age of 40, you may have noticed that losing weight in your mid-section is a bit harder than it used to be. That’s not just in your head — a combination of many different factors, including hormone […]
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Originally Published on Aug 24, 2020 Sex and love | By Gabrielle Kassel Casually skip the condom or dam? That’s called a terrible idea. Intentionally buck barriers, though, and it’s called fluid bonding. Soooo, what gives? Below, experts explain what fluid bonding is, along with the benefits and risks, plus how to have safer sex […]
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Originally Published on September 10, 2020 Sexual Health | By Claire Gillespie People swear they’ll make your vagina taste and smell better. Here’s the deal: Vaginal suppositories aren’t anything new—they’re typically solid medications that melt inside your body to treat infections, reduce dryness, and help with lubrication. But now in a series of TikTok videos, […]
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Originally Published on October 14, 2020 Pregnancy | By Jenn Sinrich On the laundry list of not-so-lovely pregnancy symptoms, constipation is most certainly up there. Not only is it a hallmark of early pregnancy, but for some women it lingers throughout the entire 9 months and into the postpartum period. Like most pesky pregnancy side […]
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