For many women, menopause and caregiving seem to hit at the same time, and the mix can be overwhelming. Between shifting hormones and caring for kids, parents, or both, it’s easy to feel pulled in every direction. In this article, we’ll talk about how stress and caregiving can make menopause symptoms worse, what the research… Continue reading Why Menopause Symptoms Worsen with Caregiver Burden
Category: Women’s Health
How to Support Your Partner Through Miscarriage When You’re Grieving Too
Pregnancy loss is an experience that leaves lasting emotional imprints on both partners. While much of the focus often centers on the person physically experiencing the miscarriage, their partner also carries deep grief, confusion, and helplessness. We’ll explore how to navigate those emotions, from understanding the loss and communicating compassionately to supporting each other’s mental… Continue reading How to Support Your Partner Through Miscarriage When You’re Grieving Too
The Unexpected Menopause Superfoods Hiding in Your Grocery Store Aisles
Menopause can bring a lot of changes, hot flashes, brain fog, sleep struggles, and shifts in metabolism that make your go-to routines feel off. But sometimes, small tweaks, like eating wholesome meals, can make a big difference. You don’t need fancy supplements or exotic powders to support your body during this time. In fact, some… Continue reading The Unexpected Menopause Superfoods Hiding in Your Grocery Store Aisles
Recognizing When “Fertility-Friendly” Eating Crosses Into Disordered Territory
When it comes to fertility, nutrition plays a key role, but what happens when a focus on “eating right” becomes overly restrictive? Disordered eating can develop quietly, often disguised as healthy habits, but it can have a real impact on reproductive health. In this article, we’ll explore what disordered eating is, how it can develop… Continue reading Recognizing When “Fertility-Friendly” Eating Crosses Into Disordered Territory
Is This Normal Or Should I Call My Doctor? Uncommon Menopause Symptoms
When most people think of menopause, the first symptoms that come to mind are hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, and irregular or missed periods. These are the hallmark signs that your body is transitioning into a new hormonal phase. Beyond these, there are what might be called “secondary” symptoms, vaginal dryness, brain fog, increased… Continue reading Is This Normal Or Should I Call My Doctor? Uncommon Menopause Symptoms
5 Pregnancy Loss Support Groups for Women TTC Again
Pregnancy loss is heartbreaking, and trying to conceive (TTC) again after loss can feel overwhelming. The mix of grief, hope, and anxiety is challenging; every test, every symptom, every cycle carries added weight. Whether you’re seeking emotional comfort, community connection, or practical tools to track your next pregnancy, support groups can make a world of… Continue reading 5 Pregnancy Loss Support Groups for Women TTC Again
Turning One Rotisserie Chicken into Five Different Meals like a Kitchen Magician
There’s nothing more satisfying than getting the most out of a single grocery store rotisserie chicken. It’s already cooked, full of flavor, and with a little planning, you can turn it into a week’s worth of meals that save time, reduce stress, and taste delicious. For women, meal planning isn’t just about convenience. It’s about… Continue reading Turning One Rotisserie Chicken into Five Different Meals like a Kitchen Magician
Why Diet Culture Parenting Backfires and What to Do Instead
When it comes to raising kids, most parents genuinely want what’s best for their children. Whether it’s ensuring they get enough sleep or helping them succeed, parenting is all about making thoughtful choices. However, when it comes to food and body image, diet culture can have a sneaky way of creeping into our parenting styles,… Continue reading Why Diet Culture Parenting Backfires and What to Do Instead
Tips For Monitoring and Maintaining Heart Health During Menopause
One minute you’re enjoying the comfort of your own bed or watching a riveting show on the couch when suddenly – thump, thump, thump – your heart takes off like you’re running a marathon. Immediately intrusive thoughts pipe up “this is probably a heart attack” or “you’re going to die” and you’re truly worried if… Continue reading Tips For Monitoring and Maintaining Heart Health During Menopause
How Your Estradiol Levels Affect Retrieval and Transfer Outcomes
Preparing to either freeze your eggs or undergo IVF means you will be learning all about female fertility hormones, including estradiol. Estradiol is an important hormone used to prepare your body for egg retrieval and transfer. We are going to break down what estradiol is (and how it differs from estrogen), why it’s tested during… Continue reading How Your Estradiol Levels Affect Retrieval and Transfer Outcomes