No more periods means no need to see a gynecologist every year, right? Actually, no. While menstrual problems and pregnancy planning and support are no longer part of the picture, the need for a gynecologist remains, but the reasons change as you age. Following is a brief rundown on why you still need to see […]
Let’s break the stigma around lubricants. The main function of a personal lubricant is to remedy the lack of natural lubrication. Some lubricants are designed for short-term relief during sex. Other lubricants, like Mia Vita Personal Lubricant & Moisturizer, are designed to provide all-day relief from vaginal dryness and vaginal discomfort by moisturizing sensitive skin as
Did you know that having an orgasm (or several), have many mind-blowing benefits? Raising your heart rate, burning calories, reducing stress, and improving your sleep are a few of the reasons we all need to set a New Year’s Resolution to have more orgasms. During an orgasm your heart rate and blood pressure become elevated,
Hot flashes indicate approaching menopause as much, if not more, than the end of your monthly cycle. But menopause and uncomfortable symptoms do not need to go hand-in-hand. Thanks to new and developing research, you can find safe, lasting relief from hot flashes before, during, and after menopause. How? Through the power of plants. More
We’re all getting wrapped up in holiday festivities right now, but have you reminded yourself to get wrapped up with your partner? There’s something magical and romantic about this time of year and we’re here to give you some naughty and nice date ideas to make the holiday season a little extra magical. The importance
Picture this: you are out with your friends shopping from store to store when suddenly you feel your face become red and you feel like you’re on fire. VMS (vasomotor symptoms of menopause) explains the sudden heat wave you feel all over your body. What is VMS (vasomotor symptoms of menopause)? VMS (vasomotor symptoms of
Sex can change dramatically for a woman in different stages of life. Happily, it’s possible to have a fulfilling and satisfying sex life no matter the challenges or where you are in your life’s arc. The following information can help you work through a current issue or prepare for the road ahead. Post-Partum After the
The mere mention of HIV/AIDS can elicit a strong reaction. Since its discovery in the early 1980s, this sexually transmitted infection (STI) continues to face greater stigmatization due to the populations most at-risk and headline-induced fear. And though effective treatments exist, sometimes people do not seek out treatment or fully understand the virus’s impact. Our
Not to be confused with VHS (remember those?), VSM stands for vulvovaginal symptoms of menopause. VSM might explain your vaginal and urinary tract concerns you might not have been associating menopause with. The term GSM or Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause is the technical term for this condition and has replaced VSM. VSM can persist and
Diagnoses of type 2 diabetes are on the rise in the U.S. And, like many other conditions, diabetes can impact a woman’s health in disproportionate ways. Insufficient insulin or an inability to use the insulin your pancreas produces affects your whole body, from your energy levels and digestive system to your reproductive health. This American
Fad diets come and go like the seasons. Many offer unrealistic or unsustainable claims of rapid fat loss, increased lean muscle mass, youthful skin, and more. However, some popular diets are actually based on sound science and informed by the latest advances in the field of nutrition. Here we describe a few of the better
Our bodies undergo considerable changes during pregnancy. As our hormones rise and fall, however, it can be a challenge to identify what’s a normal experience and what might warrant a call to your OB-GYN. Vaginal dryness is one such uncomfortable experience that can develop during pregnancy and postpartum. Why does it happen and what are