Pregnancy brings a profound transformation to your life and your body, including your skin. As you nurture the life within you, it's essential to adjust your skincare routine to safeguard both your skin’s health and your baby’s well-being ..read more

Spring is a time of renewal and growth, but for expectant mothers with allergies, it can also bring a host of challenges. As the trees and flowers bloom, they release pollen into the air, which can trigger allergic reactions. Managing allergies during pregnancy is crucial not only for your comfort but also for the well-being of your baby ..read more

Heart disease silently weaves its way into the lives of many women, often undetected and misunderstood. It's a condition that doesn't always announce itself with clear, unmistakable signs, especially in women. The nuanced nature of heart disease in women necessitates a deeper understanding of its silent symptoms and risk factors.  ..read more

Breastfeeding was supposed to be so simple. Your body makes the milk, your baby needs and wants the milk, shouldn’t it be straightforward? Sometimes it is, but sometimes it isn’t – especially if you’re a new mom, or it’s been a while since you’ve had a baby. 5 Techniques to Try When Breastfeeding Seems  ..read more

Yeast infections are common, and almost every woman will have at least one or two throughout their lifetime. However, some women are plagued by recurring – or chronic – yeast infections. In addition to being extremely uncomfortable, chronic yeast infections deserve immediate attention because they signal an imbalance in your vaginal chemistry – specifically yeast ..read more

Labor and delivery can involve way more decisions than you anticipate. Or not. It all depends on what happens from one contraction to the next. While birth plans aren’t set in stone – and safety is always the priority – a birth plan can certainly help you and your doctor create a unified vision for ..read more

If you pee (a little or a lot) when you sneeze or cough, odds are you also pee when you laugh, jump up and down. If that’s the case, you’re probably one of the 22% of women experiencing stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Stress incontinence is the most common type, and women with SUI may experience ..read more

We all know we should eat a nutritious and balanced diet, but that doesn’t mean we always do it. For women, pregnancy is the most important time to make healthy eating a priority because the food you eat is nourishing both you and your baby. Eating a nutritious diet will help you feel good and ..read more

Breastfeeding was supposed to be so simple. Your body makes the milk, your baby needs and wants the milk, shouldn’t it be straightforward? Sometimes it is, but sometimes it isn’t – especially if you’re a new mom, or it’s been a while since you’ve had a baby. 5 Techniques to Try When Breastfeeding Seems No- So-Simple When the going gets tough for breastfeeding women, hang tight! It’s time to up your ante and apply these 5 lifesaving breastfeeding techniques. Find a lactation consultant near you. While this may not be a direct “technique,” taking advantage of the resources around you is a valua ..read more

Yeast infections are common, and almost every woman will have at least one or two throughout their lifetime. However, some women are plagued by recurring – or chronic – yeast infections. In addition to being extremely uncomfortable, chronic yeast infections deserve immediate attention because they signal an imbalance in your vaginal chemistry – specifically yeast (candida) vs. bacteria. 7 Common Reasons for Chronic (Recurring) Yeast Infections Healthy bodies depend on a balance between bacteria and yeast (a fungus called candida). Any imbalances cause issues, and the vagina is particularly sus ..read more