If you are one of the 10% of women in the U.S. with endometriosis, you may also experience dyspareunia. Simply put, dyspareunia is pain during sex. Sometimes pain occurs before, during, or after intercourse in women with endometriosis and can impact mental health and relationships. But here’s the good news: It doesn’t have to be […]
If you’ve endured a urinary tract infection (UTI), you’re not alone. Up to fifty percent of women will experience a UTI over the course of their lives. UTIs are disruptive and uncomfortable; even more so when they don’t seem to go away. Why does this happen and is there anything you can do to prevent
Autoimmune diseases are more common in women than they are in men. Up to 78% of people with an autoimmune condition are women. Exactly why this is the case is still up for debate, but researchers cite changing hormones, stress, and genetics as possible reasons. If you’re diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder, it’s likely that
Most women — up to 75% will experience a vaginal yeast infection at some point in their life. They can cause itching, irritation, and discomfort to the vagina and the vulva. A vaginal yeast infection, also known as thrush, is the most common form of vaginitis, a condition where the vagina may be swollen and painful. The good
We hear a lot about one of the main offenders of vaginal dryness: reduced estrogen due to menopause (or other conditions). But what about some of the other causes of vaginal dryness – those troublesome hidden offenders that we can’t identify immediately? You may be surprised to discover they’re lurking in plain sight – perhaps
So, we are not talking about bellybuttons. We are talking about vaginas. More specifically, your vulva which includes the labia minora (inner lips) and labia majora (outer lips). The length of the labia minora and labia majora determines whether a person has an innie or outie vagina. It is suggested that roughly 56% of women
Bidets are a healthier, cleaner, and environmentally friendly alternative to toilet paper. We use water to clean our hands; why aren’t we using a bidet to clean our intimate area as well? Think about the number of trips to the bathroom we take every day. Now think about the amount of toilet paper we use
There is a reason why bidets have been around since the 1600s. Yep. You read that right. The first bidet was produced in France in the 1600s for high society aristocrats who wanted to practice better personal hygiene care. Since then, they have been an integral part of European and Asian culture. In fact, Italy
Vaginal health can vary from one person to another, and understanding normal vaginal health is essential for full body wellness. No matter a person’s age, vaginal health can fluctuate. It’s common for the vagina to change throughout a monthly menstrual cycle which is why tracking this cycle is important. However, other changes can be a
First thing first, personal grooming is not necessary, but if you like to be your own stylist, we support that! So to the 84% of women who say they groom their pubes regularly – we understand that whether you wax, shave, or laser; pubic hair removal can result in discomfort. No matter the method you chose, removing
If you have a lot of pain that goes beyond your normal menstrual symptoms, and if it interferes with your life and prevents you from doing normal activities and functioning, you may have endometriosis. Here, we’ll dive into the facts on this disease and learn why it’s a social justice issue that affects not just
It’s inevitable that our bodies change with each life stage. Perimenopause, meaning “around menopause” are the transition years that lead up to menopause, the time when a woman’s periods and reproductive years end. Though each woman experiences perimenopause, and some more than others, managing perimenopause still seems to be this secret no one wants to