As mothers, we often commit to caring and looking out for the loved ones our lives, often putting our own health on the back burner. This May, let’s remember that, we cannot wholly show up for others if we neglect our health and personal happiness! As women approach perimenopause and menopause, their bodies go through […]
The birth control pill is the preferred method of contraception for many women who want to enjoy sexual activity without the looming anxiety of unplanned pregnancy. According to the CDC, 12.6% of women in the US that use contraceptive methods use an oral contraceptive pill. Although the ability to regulate fertility is a godsend for
The physical effects of breast cancer and its treatment can include changes in how your body works, looks and feels in the short and long term. These changes can impact body image, early menopause, fertility and lymphoedema. And of course, these are on top of other cancer-related issues and side-effects such as stress, worry, pain,
Even though we may not always acknowledge it, caring for our vulvar and vaginal health is a lifelong pursuit. To maintain optimal vaginal health, we should moisturize regularly, eat the right foods, and use the right products—just like caring for the rest of our body. However, despite our best efforts, many of us will experience
Everyone wants to age gracefully. After the age of 40, your skin can start to show the signs of aging, with wrinkles, dryness and age spots. The skin inside your vagina is no exception. Vaginal health is not an often talked about topic, but vaginal dryness, itching and discomfort is an uncomfortable problem for a lot of
For women experiencing perimenopause and menopause, there are often many dramatic changes happening at the same time. Some of the well-known symptoms include hot flashes, irritability, weight gain, and insomnia. However, there are very real and important changes dealing with sex that often go undiscussed. This silence can lead to many long-lasting and unnecessary issues
Theresa Feola is making a career change. “This pandemic has given rise to re-evaluation of life on so many levels,” the physical therapist says. “For me, I finally had a moment to think.” In May, she resigned from her job to start her own business. “So The Pelvic Room is born,” she says. “The LLC
COVID-19 forced rapid changes in the way many of us work. Companies that previously resisted allowing employees to work from home suddenly had no choice, and healthcare practitioners who’d been reluctant to embrace telemedicine realized that patient safety in a pandemic could depend on it. Though in-person visits will always be preferred for some medical
COVID-19 forced rapid changes in the way many of us work. Companies that previously resisted allowing employees to work from home suddenly had no choice, and healthcare practitioners who’d been reluctant to embrace telemedicine realized that patient safety in a pandemic could depend on it. Though in-person visits will always be preferred for some medical
Despite its importance, the vulva is a neglected body part. In a clinical wasteland between the pubic hair and the vagina, the vulva performs a number of functions — and it needs TLC. A sensitive area The vulva has more nerve fibers in a relatively small region than all the nerves found on the back
COVID-19 forced changes in how we all interact with one another. When the country went on lockdown, even physician’s offices closed and doctors, nurses, and therapists who’d been reluctant to embrace telemedicine had to think about how to best care for their patients from afar. For though the first national telehealth provider launched in Dallas
There’s no official holiday for vaginas, but summer does seem like the best time to give your most private parts a few presents. Consider these five suggestions. A new bathing suit. Vacation travel may be limited this year, but even a trip to the backyard pool deserves a new swim costume. This season’s styles include