Preparing for pregnancy and conception can be exciting, nerve wracking, and stressful. The aisles of your grocery store are packed with different brands containing different dosages, making it difficult to decide which is best. So let’s dive into what nutrients to look for when choosing your prenatal vitamin, as well as other supplements that provide the necessary support for pregnancy.
Read MoreOne part of healthcare that often falls short is sexual health. We get tested for STIs, but sometimes that is the full extent of it. Sex can be taboo and uncomfortable to talk about, which can leave us in the dark. Chronic or lingering vaginal pain and discomfort is common, and there can be many different things going on varying from hormonal to infectious. Personal lubricants are often overlooked, but they too can contribute to vaginal discomfort and pain. You want to feel your best, but first you need to know what to look for and what to avoid.
Read MoreThere are many different reasons why an individual may choose to start hormonal birth control pills. Many people transition very easily off of the pill. In other cases, people experience a major resurgence of hormonal symptoms. This is what many refer to as Post-Pill Syndrome.
Read MoreOur menstrual cycles are a window into our health, and they can be the first thing to go when we are having health issues. Whether your periods are missing completely or a little irregular, they deserve attention. One very common cause is functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.
Read MoreThe concept of cycle syncing may sound new, but really it has been around for millennia. Over the course of one month, our hormones fluctuate, and those fluctuations affect us in many different ways, from endurance to productivity. When we tap into our flow, we are able to best support our body.
Read MorePolycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is one of the most common health conditions in women of reproductive age. It is often recognized for its effect on fertility, but this syndrome can cause a plethora of symptoms ranging from acne and weight gain to irregular cycles and excessive hair growth. The key to feeling better is identifying and treating the root cause!
Read MorePolycystic Ovary Syndrome affects nearly 10% of reproductive age women. It is quite common for patients to eventually develop insulin resistance, but there are several things we can do to optimize blood sugar and restore insulin sensitivity.
Read MoreIt is often overlooked as simply “hormone imbalance”, but early diagnosis is important to lessen symptom severity in the long run. Take a look at the symptoms and diagnosis of PCOS to see if it could be affecting you or your loved ones.
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