Women’s Health
Women’s Health covers a range of topics including physical, mental, and emotional well-being, reproductive health, fitness, nutrition, and healthcare issues specific to women.
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The 5 Best Multivitamins for Women — and Why Cheaper Can Be Better
A quick look at the best multivitamins for women Best overall: | Skip to review If you already get a lot nutrients through food: | Skip to review Reasonably priced with built-in omegas and collagen: | Skip to review A highly potent option for bigger nutrient gaps: | Skip to review Best if organic ingredients […]
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Can Boric Acid Help Treat Bacterial Vaginosis?
Boric acid is sold OTC and is generally regarded as safe for vaginal application. While additional research is necessary, it may serve as a helpful adjunctive therapy for bacterial vaginosis (BV). Bacterial vaginosis is a frequent infection often prompted by shifts in vaginal pH. When vaginal pH becomes imbalanced, it can alter the proportions of […]
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What Is a Postpartum Doula?
During pregnancy you envision life with your newborn, sift through items for your registry, and prepare for the big day — childbirth. After long, taxing hours of labor, you may find yourself unexpectedly drained, both emotionally and physically. A postpartum doula offers practical and emotional support during the sensitive period after your baby arrives. Below […]
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15 Best Period Pads for Every Size, Shape, and Feel, by Gynecologists
A quick look at the best period pads Best organic pad: Natracare Ultra Pads Super with Wings Best unscented pad: Claene Organic Cotton Cover Pads Best pad for sports: U by Kotex Fitness Ultra Thin Pads with Wings Best pad that stays in place: L. Organic Cotton & Chlorine-Free Pads Best eco-friendly pad: August Pads […]
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Padsicles: How to Make Them, How To Use Them, Why We Love Them
Padsicles are sanitary pads chilled in the freezer. Wearing them can help soothe pain and discomfort after a vaginal birth. Let’s be real: childbirth comes with many surprises no one prepares you for — adult diapers, peri bottles, catheters, delivering the placenta, and that unexpectedly painful “first” bowel movement. One thing that likely isn’t shocking, […]
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5 Signs You May Need to Take a Pregnancy Test and When to Take It
If you miss a period — whether because you forgot your contraceptive or you’re hoping to conceive — you might want to take a pregnancy test. These kits can often detect pregnancy starting on the first day you miss your period. Some tests claim to identify pregnancy before your period is due, but for dependable […]
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Does the Salt Pregnancy Test Really Work?
Picture, for a moment, being a woman in the 1920s. (Imagine the delightful flapper styles to distract you from some of the more unsettling women’s rights realities.) You suspect you might be pregnant but aren’t certain. What would you do? Why, try a homegrown test that’s been passed down in local lore, naturally! Modern at-home […]
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Birth Control Pills: How to Choose What’s Right for You
Every year brings more choices for contraception. Different methods meet different needs and preferences, and each has distinct advantages and potential downsides depending on what you require. Below is an overview of several birth control options available so you can visit your healthcare provider informed and ready to choose. (img by GoodRx) What are combination […]
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Can You Use Boric Acid for a Yeast Infection?
Boric acid vaginal suppositories can be useful for treating yeast infections, though some individuals — including people who may be pregnant — should not use them. If you experience recurrent or persistent yeast infections, boric acid might be a treatment to consider. It’s been used for vaginal infections for more than a century. Beyond antifungal […]
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Postpartum Massage Can Help Recovery After Birth
There are numerous advantages to receiving a massage after childbirth, from helping to stabilize hormones and boosting milk supply to easing swelling. Do you appreciate physical contact? Did massage help relieve discomfort during your pregnancy? Are you craving nurturing and restoration now that your newborn is here? If you answered yes to any of those, […]