I am a midwife, cis-gender woman, mother, and friend, but I still struggle to find the right words when talking about weight. When talking with patients about their health and the connection to weight, we often look past the elephant in the room – obesity. Clinically, we know how being overweight or obese increases women’s […]
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Paying Attention to Your Postmenopausal Bleeding Could Save Your Life
Postmenopausal bleeding confuses many of us, women and providers alike. While postmenopausal bleeding does not usually mean something is wrong, you should never ignore it. But before we get into causes and treatment, let’s start with some definitions, so we are all on the same page. What exactly is postmenopausal bleeding? Postmenopausal bleeding is ANY […]
Does It Matter Who Delivers Your Baby?
Who delivers your baby matters a lot to some pregnant and laboring people. And not just in terms of feeling confidence and trust in your birth provider. Research is just beginning to show that there may be health benefits for moms and babies the more similar they are to their birth provider. The reality is […]
Pregnancies at Risk: The Occupational Hazards of Working in the Beauty Industry While Pregnant
Is your nail and hair salon your healthy sanctuary for self-care? Think again, especially if you are planning a pregnancy. Did you know that your salon or spa may use dozens of toxic chemicals? More harmful chemicals than you might find in a hardware store or toxic waste dump site. The risk is much higher […]
Don’t Let BMI Define Your Pregnancy
Pregnancy weight gain is at the forefront of nearly every pregnant person’s mind. But weight gain and your body mass index (BMI) do not have to define your pregnancy. Weight is an emotionally-loaded topic for many pregnant people, and providers know this. As a result, many providers struggle to talk with patients about healthy pregnancy […]
How Global Warming Threatens Your Pregnancy
Summer heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires are now an uncomfortable reality for pregnant women living on planet Earth today. Researchers are just beginning to understand better how rising temperatures threaten maternal and child health. Some of the most disadvantaged pregnant people will experience the most significant risk of harm from global warming, unless governments, companies, and […]
Flood of Urinary Incontinence Gadgets Offers Women New Options
Designers and tech innovators are finally heeding the calls of women fed up with bladder leaks. Absorbent underwear, high-tech trainers, vibrating magnet chairs, and wearable devices are here to help with bladder leaking woes. The current incontinence design renaissance means that you no longer need to suffer bladder leaks in shame and silence. Instead, being […]
Ten Reasons To Switch to a Menstrual Cup Today
Still relying on a pad or tampon for period protection? Well, The Lancet recently published the first systematic international review of menstrual cup safety and usage and it’s all good news for these little medical-grade silicone cups. Besides being reassured by their safety finding, read through these ten reasons to learn more about menstrual cups. […]