Tag: Vagina

The dry spell every now and then is a given; sometimes our work and travel plans don’t coordinate with our partner’s. The dry spell...

Birth control pills offer you the upper hand in deciding whether to have a baby or not. You get the freedom to have an...

In your last trimester, you experience more symptoms and are probably waiting for your labor day. At around 34 or 36 weeks, you may...

In a low-risk pregnancy, sex during pregnancy is safe. It doesn't induce labor or miscarriage or hurt the baby. Just find the time, position, and type of activity, barring anal sex, that suits you best. But if you have a prematurely dilated cervix, a low-lying placenta, heavy bleeding while pregnant, and a history of miscarriages or premature births, avoid sex as much as you can.

When the vaginal steam bath catapulted into mainstream media a few years ago, believers said it could help cleanse the uterus, improve hormonal balance, and ease period cramps. But these claims remain unproven and health risks are many. Steam baths may upset the vaginal pH balance, making it vulnerable to infections, sexual and otherwise, trigger skin irritation and allergic reactions, and cause burns. Also, v-steams are not FDA approved.

The orgasm is like the prize at the end of a race, and a lot of us end up winning each time. Men usually...

Are you doing a good job of taking care of your vagina? Sure, you probably know the basics about keeping your vagina clean but...

As a teen, tampons may seem like the best bet to keeping your flow in control, but when things get heavy down there, you...

Vaginal infections could be caused due to bacteria, fungi, parasites, or viruses. Antibiotics, poor eating habits, lack of sleep, and stress can trigger yeast infections. Pregnancy, douching, and intrauterine devices might cause bacterial infections. Sexual intercourse might pass on viral and parasitic infections. Symptoms of these infections include itching, burning, and pain during sex. Tea tree oil, garlic, yogurt, fenugreek seeds, neem, and coconut oil can relieve symptoms.

Let’s talk about sex! There are those of us who do it either because we enjoy it, like going at it solo with a...

Vaginitis or swelling and soreness of the vaginal region is often caused by an infection with bacteria or yeast, STDs, or irritation from spermicides, douches or vaginal sprays. It can be avoided with the right preventive care to keep the area clean by changing undergarments often, washing up properly after using the toilet, or using barrier protection during intercourse.

Emergency contraception is a type of birth control used by women after an unprotected sex. It is also used when usual birth control methods...

Maintain a daily exercise routine of light to mild exercise, focusing more on kegel and deep breathing exercises, during your entire pregnancy. Keep a tab on your weight, by drinking copious amounts of water and filling up on fresh fruits, leafy greens. Engage in regular perineal massage after the completion of 7th month to ease stress levels and tackle labor efficiently.

A female reproductive system holds an aura of mystery. No amount of study can explain this incredible system. The scientific investigations about women’s reproductive...

Charting your menstrual cycle involves tracking several criteria related to menstruation, vaginal discharge, basal body temperature, ovulation, cervical mucous and mood. Using this data,...