It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Unless you’re spending it alone, which can make the holiday season feel like the loneliest time of year. Add that to rising stress levels, and it can feel very overwhelming. But don’t abandon all of that holiday hope just yet! Whether you’re spending the season alone by […]
It’s that time of year again! Dropping temperatures, cozy sweaters, and enjoying the merriment that comes with the winter holiday season. It’s also the time of year when our clocks change back to standard hours, and with that comes a decrease in daylight hours. If you notice a change in mood and behavior during this
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
November is National Family Caregivers Month! Caregiving provides much needed services to older adults and people with disabilities. In the United States, over 53 million people provide such services. Though a rewarding experience, caregiving has its challenges. The number of men in the field is growing, but the caregiving task still falls disproportionately to women,
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
Sex toys are an empowering tool to help us discover and understand our bodies. You might be pleasantly surprised to know that they are common among women and men! Over 80% of women own a sex toy, and over 70% of men own one.1 Sex toys are designed for pleasure, but they also provide an