As women, our bodies go through quite a few changes from puberty to menopause. The main culprits? Our hormones. And while many of the symptoms we undergo from shifting hormones are physical, from hot flashes to disrupted periods, others are mental or emotional. This is because our brains and our hormones are intricately linked, and […]
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
A good night’s sleep eludes many of us. There are plenty of reasons you may be struggling to fall or stay asleep. Whether it is stress, medical issues, or a busy household, the result is the same – you wake up already feeling exhausted. Many of us turn to prescription sleeping pills to save our
A vegan diet has gained a lot of popularity over the years, but is it worth the hype? It’s estimated that 6% of the U.S. population identifies as a vegan. A vegan diet might not be suitable for everyone but incorporating more plant-based options in your diet may provide positive effects on your overall health and your
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in our bodies. It’s a high molecular weight polysaccharide that plays a role in the metabolism of the dermis. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is most abundant in the skin but can also be found in the skeletal tissues, heart valves, lungs, aorta, and tissues in the clitoris. Hyaluronic acid’s superpower is to retain moisture and hydrate the skin. HA
The concepts of sexual self-confidence, sex positivity, and sexual agency are such important ones – but they’re not discussed enough. To help us navigate these concepts and learn more about them, FemmePharma connected with sex positivity expert Dr. Juliana Hauser on the concept of agency and how we can develop it both inside and outside
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
Having good sex throughout our life-yes, at any age- is possible. Sex and sexuality are part of who we are, but we will notice changes over the course of our lifetime. Sex we have in our 20s will look a lot different from the sex we have in our 40s, 60s, and beyond. Maybe you’ve
Being sad is a normal emotion to feel on occasion. When that feeling does not go away and is accompanied by other symptoms like a general disconnect, loss of interest, fatigue, and disruption in sexual function, depression may be the culprit. Depression is a common mental health disorder, and data from the National Health and
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
During perimenopause – or the transition period around menopause – our reproductive hormones start to decline, leaving some of us feeling out of sorts. This mid-life drop in hormones can cause a host of potential symptoms – from the more common hot flash or vaginal dryness to the less well-known joint pain or brain fog.
Skin – the largest organ in the human body. And arguably, the one that absorbs some of the most damage. That’s why it’s so important to keep it looking and feeling healthy as we age. Here, we’ll explore how you can maintain a healthy adult skincare regimen – beginning in your 20s up through your