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 […]
As women, we’re bombarded with lots of messages from the media on how to look our best, stay healthy, and practice self-care – both outside and inside our bodies. Enter vaginal steaming – the newest bodily self-care trend being promoted by celebrities and other holistic health practitioners. But is vaginal steaming safe and good for
About 30 percent of adults live with some type of insomnia, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Many people turn to sleeping pills to help their sleep dysfunctions; however, despite their popularity, evidence shows that pills aren’t effective after a few weeks of taking them. The National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to
The last time you visited the doctor, were you asked if you are happy with your sex life? Asked if everything is running smoothly? If you are able to orgasm? Probably not. As women, we go to the doctor and we aren’t asked about how we are performing sexually, but men are asked and given
Nearly 50% of women have experienced mild sexual problems. Examples of sexual dysfunction include a loss of interest in sex, a lack of arousal, an inability to experience excitement or orgasm, and sex that is painful or not enjoyable. Your sleep habits could be hurting your sex life. It’s normal for women to experience fluctuations
Being in a romantic relationship could add a lot of color to your world, and joy knowing someone out there cares about you. Many components add up to spark the flames in a romantic relationship, and one of them is sex. If you and your partner are faced with sexual health problems, it may harm
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