Tag: Women’s Health

Did you know certain foods could be to blame for your worse-than-usual symptoms? Avoiding salty food could help cut bloating, while skipping the after-work drinks may help you sleep better and leave you less stressed. Steer clear of refined foods and sugar to reduce the chances of mood swings and fatigue. Your diet could be your friend or foe when you’re on your period, so start making those wise choices!

Pregnancy can open gateways to a number of symptoms, starting with strange cravings, morning sickness, mood swings, nausea, fatigue, back pain, urine incontinence and...

Pregnancy check-ups often involve having a routine urine test. Expect to have one on your first prenatal checkup—your doctor will inform you whether the...

After birth, your baby’s health becomes the priority—the extra-uterine life is new for them and doctors need to make sure they are adapting well...

Extensive research conducted in the recent past shows varying sexual views between men and women in various aspects. Men have been found to show more interest in sex, fantasize more, masturbate more often, and be more aggressive sexually than women. Women, on the other hand, are more nurturing, tend toward more emotional intimacy in sexual relationships, and also alter their sexual beliefs more easily than men. These observations, however, are certainly not absolute.

Pregnancy is supposed to be a time of happiness and joy in any woman's life. But with all those physical, hormonal, and emotional changes that come with being pregnant, your overall mood can get negatively affected. This can result in you having depression. In such a situation, you need to seek the help of a qualified health care provider immediately to ensure a healthy pregnancy.

Vaginal acne is most often caused by a clogged up gland duct. This could be a variety of reasons namely, overactive sebaceous glands, ingrown hairs, allergic reactions to intimate washes, perfumes or deodorants, folliculitis, scented pads or tampons. Tea tree oil can be a natural remedy. Meanwhile, keep the area dry and clean and wear cotton underwear to prevent more acne.

There is no doubt that labor contractions are the worst of all pains in the entire cosmos. The number one rule is to never...

Toxic relationships can be hard to figure sometimes, we may not know we are in one until we are out of one. A toxic...

Spermicide comes in various forms and is quite an effective way to prevent pregnancy. Though many women use spermicide, they may not be fully aware of its effectiveness, limitations, and side-effects. Spermicide may disrupt the vaginal cell walls and leave you vulnerable to STDs. It may also cause allergies in some people and can irritate the vagina or the penis. Using condoms with spermicide is the best method.

If you are not ready for a pregnancy at this juncture in life or you are keen on planning a family, then practicing an effective birth control method is a must. It's important to be aware of the different methods like hormonal, barrier, IUDs and natural methods of birth control. Adequate awareness can only help you to make an informed choice.

From bending over the edge of a sofa and reversing the classic cowgirl to sensual spooning and straddling while facing each other – these new positions are sure to make your sex life plenty more interesting. The best part? They don't require you to be able to do weird acrobatics or maintain your balance!

Prolapsed uterus is common among women after a certain age. Age, race, and genetics could put you at risk for uterine prolapse. Repeated pregnancies and vaginal births are other causes. Various stressors and injuries to the pelvic muscles and even obesity are found to increase the chances of uterine prolapse.

Sex is a human need, much like sleep or hunger, so it's no wonder that most of the world is in the mood to...

There are so many amazing things about giving birth. We know pregnancy is totally empowering, hard, and you can hardly doubt your ability, but...