The journey of parenthood is often filled with joy, laughter, and countless memories. However, for many families, the road to expanding that family can be rife with unexpected challenges. If you’ve experienced the joy of having one child but find it difficult to conceive again, you may be grappling with the realities of secondary infertility.… Continue reading Understanding Secondary Fertility: Navigating the Challenges of Expanding Your Family
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Understanding the Stress-Fertility Connection and Finding Light Through Gratitude
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a common part of life, affecting nearly every aspect of our daily routines. For those trying to conceive, understanding that stress and fertility are connected is crucial. You might be wondering, “can stress really cause infertility?” The connection between cortisol levels and reproductive health is a deeply intricate… Continue reading Understanding the Stress-Fertility Connection and Finding Light Through Gratitude
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month in the United States. Each year in October we honor birthing people who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy or child. This can cause unimaginable grief and stress for families for a multitude of reasons. Whether it’s those affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, SIDS, molar… Continue reading Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Does Ozempic Affect Your Period?
Ozempic is a drug also known as semaglutide. This drug has come on the scene recently and is helping people to lose weight, manage their diabetes and obesity. Changing countless lives, the drug has taken off as immensely popular and is considered highly effective. But there are some side effects of Ozempic that should be… Continue reading Does Ozempic Affect Your Period?
Does Menopause Actually Cause Depression?
A big question in the medical community surrounding menopause is its impact on mental health. Does menopause actually cause depression, or is it merely a side effect of mood shifts? The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists reports that mood changes are very real for those experiencing menopause or perimenopause. Perimenopause is the stage in… Continue reading Does Menopause Actually Cause Depression?
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
Menopause and Mental Health
Menopause is a period in a biological female’s life that can cause immense hormonal changes. These changes can have a significant impact on a person’s physical and mental health. Specifically, for individuals who have suffered with depression or anxiety throughout their lifetime, menopause may cause a resurgence in symptoms. And for those who are new… Continue reading Menopause and Mental Health
Well Woman Visits
A well woman visit is a critical part of maintaining physical health for women’s bodies. These examinations are separate from everyday wellness visits as they specifically target women and needed preventative care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlights a well woman visit as including the following: Goals of the Visit These visits… Continue reading Well Woman Visits
Vaginal pH Balance and Its Importance
What is pH Balance? According to Women’s Health Arizona, “your vaginal pH refers to the acidity of the vagina and can be affected by common factors like unprotected sex, pregnancy, your menstrual period, improper vaginal care, and menopause.” The normal pH level of the vagina is between 3.8 and 5. Infections and douching are some… Continue reading Vaginal pH Balance and Its Importance
Medical Errors More Likely to Harm Women, Minorities
The issue of misdiagnosis in the United States is a significant and widespread problem affecting approximately 12 million adults annually. A recent study, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, sheds light on the prevalence of medical diagnostic errors. Nearly 1 in 4 hospital patients who died or were transferred to intensive care had experienced a misdiagnosis.… Continue reading Medical Errors More Likely to Harm Women, Minorities