For women with thyroid imbalance, the struggle is real. And it can also be really difficult to pin down. Here we provide a menopausal woman’s user’s guide to achieving and maintaining healthy thyroid function. A delicate balance The relationship between thyroid function and reproductive function is intricate, though not always obvious. Thyroid hormones regulate reproductive […]
It happens to even the most passionate relationships. Over time – after children, changes, and several of life’s inevitable curveballs, relationships lose their spark. Recently, FemmePharma sat down with Dr. Juliana Hauser – relationship and sex therapist, coach, and educator – to learn why that spark fans out and how we can reignite it again.* How
Conversations about menopause are emerging in a critical space: the workplace. Menopause may be a time of great transition (the last one, at that), but for many women, it can also be a time of liberation. Before, during, and after menopause, women thrive as entrepreneurs and experienced mentors. Today we’re shining a spotlight on the
Arriving with or without warning, migraines are some of the most disruptive and unwelcome conditions. And while most everyone experiences a headache from time to time, migraines are, in fact, a predominantly female condition. By far, more women suffer from migraines than men. Why? The answer, as it often does, lies in our hormones. Explore
Ever feel like it’s impossible to make new friends as an adult? Between busy work schedules, shuttling kids or grandkids to and from events, and other obligations, we often don’t have the time or energy for social interactions. Or, if we’re retired, we may have too much time on our hands, feel isolated, and don’t
We’re deep into those long winter months––the fun of the holiday season has passed, spring is still just a speck on the horizon, and it’s colder than ever. Unfortunately, along with the cold temps comes that icky winter dryness that can make our skin flakier than a burnt pie crust. If you’re like a lot
It’s a fact of life that metabolism slows with age. And menopause contributes significantly to that process. But, with a few diet and lifestyle tweaks, it’s possible to maintain a robust metabolism through perimenopause, menopause, and into your older years. Menopause, muscle mass, and fat: As estrogen declines, it causes bone and muscle mass to
These date ideas work all year round, but with Valentine’s Day fast approaching, we hope this list of date night ideas helps take away the stress of planning for the holiday. 1. Re-create your first date Think back to how you felt about your partner when you first met them. Recreating your first date can
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated each year on February 11. In 2015, the United Nations selected this day to promote and celebrate the involvement of women and girls in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). What is International Day of Women and Girls in Science? On
Let’s face it. Dating is hard at any age, but as we get older, the dating pool seems to get smaller and smaller and the thought of dating when you’re older is daunting. We’re here to be your wing woman and give you dating advice to help give you the confidence you need to start
“I am a feminist, and what that means to me is much the same as the meaning of the fact that I am Black; it means that I must undertake to love myself and to respect myself as though my very life depends upon self-love and self-respect.” – June Jordan Today, and everyday we honor and celebrate the inspiring Black
You’ve heard the saying, “A dog is man’s best friend.” And it’s true – dogs have been providing loyal companionship to humans for thousands of years. But can dogs also serve a role that goes beyond companionship, to actually providing emotional support and wellbeing to those that suffer from mental health concerns like anxiety and