Finding the right balance between family planning and childcare decisions can be a difficult task, especially for busy parents. Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent or a working parent, the decisions you make as you navigate through family planning and childcare can have a lasting impact. In this post, we’ll provide you with the tools you […]
A Pap smear (Pap test) is an exam that tests for cervical cancer. The test can also look for abnormal cells in the cervix, which can become cancer. A routine Pap smear is a regular part of your overall health care. You may have questions about getting a Pap test, like how often you need […]
Planning and Budgeting for Pregnancy and New Baby Expenses start adding up as soon as you become pregnant. Organizing your finances is one of the most important parts of readying yourself and your family for your new baby’s arrival. A newborn’s first few days, weeks, and months are a wonderful, hectic whirlwind. Now’s the time […]
Are you going through menopause? Have you had a hysterectomy? If so, have you experienced hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings, vaginal discomfort, or weight fluctuation? These common menopausal symptoms appear when the body stops making estrogen during menopause or following a hysterectomy. Hormone therapy for menopause can help you lead a more normal […]
Why Pelvic Exams Are Important Pelvic exams inspect your reproductive organs. During the examination, your doctor will look at your vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, vulva, ovaries, and uterus for abnormalities. The exam only takes a couple of minutes and is done in your doctor’s office. Gynecologic care is vital for ALL women, regardless of age. […]
Birth Control Options Birth control is how you prevent pregnancy. Different birth control options include pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and barrier methods like condoms. Use birth control if you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant. Pregnancy can happen whenever you have unprotected sex. Your best birth control option depends on your health, your […]
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May
May
High blood pressure (hypertension) can be tricky because people don’t realize they have it a lot of the time. But uncontrolled high blood pressure can put you at risk for potentially life-threatening complications. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around one out of three American adults have high blood pressure. […]
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May
May
What you eat in a day makes a massive difference in your health. You probably know what healthy eating looks like: less sugar, fewer stops to the drive-through, and more fruits and veggies. But when it comes to having good nutrition, many of us don’t know the benefits of proper nutrition or how to achieve […]
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Jun
Jun
The thought of seeing a gynecologist can make you feel nervous or embarrassed, but it is essential to ensure that you stay healthy. An appointment with a gynecologist is vital since most women can’t tell the difference between what’s “normal” and what may be a sign of a reproductive health problem. From Menstrual irregularities to […]
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Jun
Jun
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that vital in building healthy cells. Some forms of cholesterol help the body’s regular functions. For example, we need cholesterol in our skin cells to make vitamin D from sunlight. In addition, our body also uses cholesterol to make certain hormones and fat-dissolving bile acids. However, if your blood contains […]
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