“Phexxi could be a great BC choice, but ask yourself first if you’re comfortable with the potential side effects.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is Phexxi? 02 / Phexxi vs. Nonoxynol-9 03 / How does Phexxi work? 04 / How to use Phexxi 05 / Phexxi pros & cons 06 / The OB/GYN perspective …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is the pelvic floor? 02 / What’s pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD)? 03 / What are the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction? 04 / Is pelvic floor dysfunction treatable? 05 / When should you consider pelvic floor physical therapy? 06 / What’s the relationship between your pelvic floor and period …
“A study found that adults that were born pre-term or early term were at an increased risk of death compared to the control group (e.g., adults born at least to term).” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Menstrual cycle characteristics & Type II Diabetes 02 / Study on pre-term and near-pre-term infants: Long-term health outcomes 03 …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is pH in general? 02 / What is vaginal pH? 03 / How does the vagina maintain a healthy pH balance? 04 / What happens when your vaginal pH is off-balance? 05 / Vaginal pH & yeast infections 06 / What affects vaginal pH balance? 07 / How to …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / How is PCOS diagnosed? 02 / Polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms & how to deal 03 / PCOS diet, exercise, & lifestyle adjustments 04 / PCOS & periods 05 / PCOS & fertility 06 / PCOS & mental health 07 / Key takeaways What is PCOS? Everything you need to know …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is the cervix? 02 / How to find & feel your cervix 03 / How deep is the cervix? 04 / Tips for using menstrual cups or discs with a high or low cervix 05 / Pap smears, cervical cancer research, & HPV Your ultimate guide to the cervix …
“A recent analysis published in JAMA Oncology provides some optimistic insights on navigating pregnancy following a diagnosis of breast cancer.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Your Tax Dollars at Work: Addressing Maternal Mortality 02 / Dapivirine Vaginal Ring is Pre-Qualified for HIV Prevention 03 / Fertility Preservation for Breast Cancer Survivors 04 / COVID-19 Leadership …
“Pregnant people are thought to be more at risk for respiratory viruses in general; so far, this holds true for COVID-19.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / COVID-19 Vaccine Trials 02 / COVID-19’s Effect on Health Outcomes of Pregnant Individuals 03 / Hope for Endometrial Cancer Treatments Briefing you on the latest in reproductive health research …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Signs & Symptoms of a Retroverted Uterus 02 / What Causes a Retroverted Uterus? 03 / How Is a Retroverted Uterus Diagnosed? 04 / Sex, Pregnancy & Fertility With a Retroverted Uterus 05 / How a Retroverted Uterus Could Impact Your Period A tilted uterus is more common than you …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Hymen 101 02 / Hymens & Sex 03 / When is a Hymenectomy Needed? And How is it Performed? 04 / Hymenectomy: More Than a Winning Scrabble Word Everything you need to know about imperforate, microperforate, and septate hymens TL/DR: Hymens come in all shapes and sizes. For most, it …
Here’s our rule of thumb: If it has stains, holes, any sort of unwashable buildup, or a failing elastic waistband, it’s time to say goodbye. IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Cotton On: The Best Underwear to Prevent Yeast Infections 02 / Skimp on the Synthetics: What’s Up With Lycra, Nylon & Spandex? 03 / Sweaty …
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“Living with endo is best explained by those who know it best: the patients themselves.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is Endometriosis? 02 / How Does Endometriosis Affect the Menstrual Cycle? 03 / Endometriosis Symptoms: Period Pain & Irregular Cycles 04 / Living With Endo: Tips & Strategies Understanding the hidden pain of endometriosis …
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“For individuals diagnosed with PCOS, new research suggests that the drug metformin may be helpful for IVF-assisted pregnancy for certain groups of people.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / A Hormone-Based Treatment Approach to COVID-19 02 / A New Option for Individuals with PCOS Undergoing Fertility Challenges 03 / Oriahnn for Uterine Fibroids TL/DR: Here’s what’s new in reproductive health research as of October 2020: Researchers have found that …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Vaginal Changes During Puberty 02 / Your Vagina During Adulthood, Before Childbirth 03 / Vaginal Changes During Pregnancy & After Childbirth 04 / Vaginal Changes Before & During Menopause 05 / Even as Your Vagina Changes, Safe Sex Principles Remain the Same What Happens to Your Vagina as You Age …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / The low-key superstar of vaginal anatomy 02 / The vaginal fornix during sex 03 / The vaginal fornix & period protection The low-key superstar of vaginal anatomy The vaginal fornix may not have made it into your high school anatomy textbook, but in our eyes, it’s the real MVP. Here’s …
“Perfectly symmetrical vaginas do not exist in real life, and just like eyebrows, vaginal lips are more like sisters than twins.” Your vagina is anything but ordinary. “Is my vagina normal?” If this sounds like you and you came here looking for vaginal validation, you’ve found it. Your vagina is perfect and we did the …
Everyone’s “normal” discharge looks a bit different; it even changes throughout the month depending on the phase of your menstrual cycle. IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is vaginal discharge? 02 / What’s so great about vaginal discharge? 03 / Types of vaginal discharge 04 / What does healthy vaginal discharge look, feel, and smell …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Your vagina is not a black hole 02 / Your vagina shares a few similarities with your morning coffee 03 / Keeping your vagina “dirty” is actually keeping it clean 04 / For goodness sake, yes, discharge is normal! 05 / Let’s talk about sex, baby OB-GYN Dr. Jane van …
