It’s impossible to plan every minute detail of your birth. Any process as complex as birth is going to have some unpredictable moments – but that’s just where a birth plan can help. It is possible that some things can go wrong during labor, even things you don’t plan for.
It’s breast cancer awareness month and this month we’ve been focusing on all things “breasts.” Today, let’s discuss tips to ensure the best breast health. Prevention is always the key to avoiding certain health issues. For women, after heart disease, breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death.
It’s breast cancer awareness month and this month we’ve been focusing on all things “breasts.” Today, let’s discuss mastitis. Mastitis is perhaps the most distressing problem you may encounter when attempting to breastfeed. You have been making it through the sleepless nights, the relentless feeding schedule, the diapers, the leaking…
It’s breast cancer awareness month and this month I’d like to focus on all things “breasts.” There is a widespread misunderstanding by many women, and surprisingly also by many men that boys and men only have sexual feelings in their penis. This isn’t true. There are many erogenous zones in
Most women that die from poor reproductive health do so because of sexually transmitted diseases. Sexually transmitted infections/diseases (STI/STD) are defined as any venereal disease contracted via sexual intercourse or other sexual intact. Both men and women are susceptible, though STDs in women may lead to infertility, miscarriage, infection in
You’re going to the gym regularly and eating healthy foods. Now, you’re wondering how long it will take to see the results of your efforts. Building muscle takes time but the benefits are worth it. Some of the benefits of building muscle include increasing confidence, speeding up metabolism, and improving
As we age, there are necessary medical screenings that should be conducted on an annual or semi-annual basis. To live a healthy and fulfilling life, it’s crucial to be proactive and check your body to prevent life-threatening illnesses. It’s especially important to check up on the body more often once
What happens if your man cum’s too quickly? Premature ejaculation (PE) is the most common sexual problem affecting a great number of men around the world, causing many relationships to enter a stressful dynamic that can lead to an abrupt break and separation of the couple. But what is premature
Though there are many safe drugs to make the process of childbirth less painful, natural childbirth is an option for women who desire to minimize medications and enjoy the experience of natural labor and delivery. Natural childbirth is defined as a birth that attempts to minimize the intervention of modern
Finally, the pregnancy test kit showed that you are positively pregnant! You double-check by going to an ob-gyn and after undergoing a battery of tests and the doctor confirmed that you are pregnant. This is wonderful news! Pregnancy can bring so much joy to a family. However, it can also
You may have heard of a friend or family member who has undergone a hysterectomy because they were facing some health problem with their womb or reproductive organs. But what exactly is a hysterectomy? A hysterectomy is a surgical operation performed by a gynecologist that involves removing the uterus. It
Obesity, defined as an abnormal accumulation of body fat, is determined based on body mass index or BMI. Rising cases of obesity in the U.S. are leading to many health problems. Obese individuals might be prone to health risks like cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, certain types of ulcers and
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