Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, heralds a myriad of changes for women over 45. Amidst the waves of hot flashes and mood swings, one critical but often overlooked factor is cortisol – the body’s primary stress hormone. This article delves into the relationship between cortisol and perimenopause, exploring what cortisol is, its… Continue reading The Perimenopause-Cortisol Connection | How it Changes After 45
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Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most transformative experiences, filled with joy and love. However, it can also bring about a range of complex emotions. Many new mothers experience feelings of sadness or anxiety after childbirth, which are often referred to as “the baby blues.” While these feelings are common, they are not to… Continue reading Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression
The Menopause-AFib Connection: What Women Need to Know
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, signaling the end of reproductive years and bringing a host of physical and emotional changes. One area that has garnered significant attention is the link between menopause and heart health, particularly irregular heartbeats and atrial fibrillation (AFib). Understanding this connection is crucial for empowering women to… Continue reading The Menopause-AFib Connection: What Women Need to Know
What Does Being Fertile Really Mean?
When you are looking to conceive, you can improve your chances by understanding your fertility window during the ovulation phase of your menstrual cycle. Understanding when you are most “fertile” can improve your chances of pregnancy significantly. Understanding Your Fertility Window The menstrual cycle is regulated by hormones. It has three phases: the follicular phase,… Continue reading What Does Being Fertile Really Mean?
Early Signs of Menopause
Perimenopause is the stage prior to menopause. During this transitional period, your body starts to undergo some major changes hormonally. These changes can impact both your physical and emotional wellbeing. This stage can begin as early as your mid-30s or as late as your mid-50s. The time that this stage lasts varies for each person… Continue reading Early Signs of Menopause
What do you know about cervical cancer?
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, but it’s not just a month to learn more about cervical cancer, it’s about learning how to prevent it. Since the 1950s, there’s been in increased effort to raise awareness for prevention screening, and from 1955 to 1992, the cervical cancer incidence and death rates declined by 60 percent.1… Continue reading What do you know about cervical cancer?