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Benefits of IUDs and Implants for Birth Control

You want to explore your options for preventing an unplanned pregnancy, especially two of the most popular birth control methods — implants and IUDs. Here, we review some key benefits of each.

May 11th, 2026

How Do I Know If My Menstrual Bleeding is Heavy?

From your point of view, your periods are messy and disruptive, but you want to know whether your bleeding is abnormally heavy. Here, we look at the characteristics of heavy bleeding and the next steps to take.

May 7th, 2026

Why Do I Get UTIs So Frequently?

To say that urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women are common is an understatement. Unfortunately, this also extends to recurrent infections. Here’s what we want you to know about frequent UTIs.

Apr 7th, 2026

Why Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections Is So Important for Women

While both men and women are in the line of fire when it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), women can develop more serious complications. Regular STI testing makes good sense.

Apr 7th, 2026

What We Want You to Know About Endometriosis

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, so it’s a good time to highlight this common condition — it affects 11% of reproductive-aged women. Here’s what to know about endometriosis.

Mar 13th, 2026

My Urinary Incontinence Is Frustrating: What Can Help?

Women are no strangers to urinary incontinence — about half of adult women experience the issue at some point in their lives. Here’s a look at how we can help you regain control over your bladder.

Mar 11th, 2026

Setting You Up For Weight Loss Success

The world of weight loss received a significant boost with the introduction of GLP-1 medications, but these work best as part of a program. Here's how we can help you declare victory in your weight loss.

Feb 19th, 2026

3 Tips for a Happy and Healthy Sex Life As You Get Older

An active and pleasurable sex life can be a significant contributor to overall wellness, yet up to 40% of women report painful or uncomfortable sex at some point. Here, we look at ways to make sex a happy place again.

Feb 19th, 2026

Infertility in Women: Common Causes and When to Seek Help

You’ve been trying, with no success, to add to your family, and you want to know what might be causing your infertility. Here, we review drivers of infertility in women and how we can help.

Jan 22nd, 2026

Brain Fog and Hormone Loss: Understanding the Connection

While hot flashes and sexual health tend to grab the spotlight when it comes to menopause side effects, we’re going to discuss one that isn’t talked about as much — brain fog. Here’s what we want you to know.

Jan 21st, 2026

Good Candidates for Bioidentical Hormone Therapy

Your journey through menopause has been bumpy, and you’re wondering whether anything can smooth the way forward. Well, bioidentical hormone therapy has been a quality of life saver for millions of women.

Dec 12th, 2025

5 Common Causes of Heavy Periods

Periods are a hassle under the best of circumstances, but when you’re dealing with heavy bleeding, the hassle can become a quality-of-life issue. The first step is figuring out what's behind the heavy bleeding.

Dec 5th, 2025

Let's Talk Vaginal Health and Menopause

The changes that come with menopause cast a wide net that includes your vaginal health. So, if you’re dealing with uncomfortable sex thanks to vaginal dryness or thinning vaginal tissues, read on.

Nov 11th, 2025

Best Strategies for Protecting Your Bone Health as You Age

A woman’s body goes through dramatic changes as she ages, including significant bone loss that can set the stage for potentially life-changing health issues like major fractures. Here’s how to protect your bones.

Nov 11th, 2025

When Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Is the Best Solution for Menopausal Symptoms

If you’re struggling with hot flashes, mood swings, or sleepless nights, it may be time to explore treatment options that bring your hormones back into balance. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help you feel like yourself again.

Oct 15th, 2025

Is Your Pelvic Pain Trying to Tell You Something? When to Seek Help

Not all pelvic pain is typical. Your discomfort could be a sign of a condition that needs prompt treatment. Find out when to book an appointment for pain in your pelvis.

Oct 14th, 2025

The Importance of Lab Testing Before Starting BHRT

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) restores your energy and eliminates menopause symptoms. But before optimizing your hormones, it’s essential to have lab tests that reveal your current hormone levels and overall health.

Aug 5th, 2025

What is the Difference Between Hot Flashes and Night Sweats?

Hot flashes and night sweats can both be miserable and disrupt your life with sudden, intense body heat and sweating, but they’re not quite the same. Learn what sets them apart and how to find relief for both.

Aug 4th, 2025

How Hormone Replacement Therapy Helps With Hot Flashes

Hot flashes are the most common menopause symptom. Most women experience moderate to severe hot flashes, yet fewer than one-third seek treatment. No one should put up with hot flashes when hormone replacement therapy can eliminate them.

Jul 2nd, 2025

Hormonal Changes Can Disrupt Sleep — Here’s What You Can Do About It

Struggling with sleep during midlife? There’s a good chance hormonal changes are the culprit. Learn how shifting hormones affect your sleep in the perimenopause and menopause years and how you can reclaim a good night’s sleep.

Jul 1st, 2025

Libido Gone After Menopause? We Can Help

Of all the changes you anticipate at menopause, did you know that you had a good chance of losing your sex drive? Low libido is a common problem caused by menopause. Here’s what you need to know about why it occurs and its treatment.

Jun 2nd, 2025

Why is it So Hard to Lose Weight After Menopause?

Menopause causes a frustrating double challenge: The hormonal changes make you more likely to gain weight and make it difficult to lose the extra pounds. Learn why and the steps you can take to achieve your weight loss goals.

Jun 1st, 2025

12 Lifestyle Tips to Help Manage Hot Flashes

Lifestyle tips relieve the discomfort of hot flashes and may help to prevent them. If your hot flashes are infrequent or mild, these 12 tips may be all you need to manage them, but they also help relieve the symptoms of intense hot flashes.

May 5th, 2025

Common Menopause and Perimenopause Symptoms and How to Deal With Them

Few women prepare for all the changes they’ll face at menopause. As an example, they may not know that painful sex is common and many symptoms won’t improve without treatment. Here’s what you need to know about symptoms before and after menopause.

May 1st, 2025

Will I Go Into Menopause After a Hysterectomy?

Let’s put your mind at ease: You will not go into menopause after a hysterectomy. However, there are additional procedures performed during a hysterectomy that can trigger menopause. Here’s what you need to know.

Apr 9th, 2025

How Does Bioidentical Hormone Pellet Therapy Work?

Women get prepared for hot flashes, but most are unaware of common menopause problems like vaginal dryness, painful sex, and weak bones. Bioidentical hormone pellet therapy reverses all these problems and more. Learn how it works and its benefits.

Apr 1st, 2025

Normal Cramps or Something More Serious? When to Seek Help With Pelvic Pain

Menstrual cramps are common, but that doesn’t mean you should live with the pain. No one should put up with pain that disrupts daily life. And period pain can also be a sign that you have a gynecological condition. Learn when to seek help.

Mar 13th, 2025

Top Four Tips for Managing Menopause Weight Gain

Though it’s not inevitable, menopause often causes weight gain. In many cases, women experience rapid weight gain, and the weight usually accumulates in the belly. Learn why you may gain weight and how to manage the problem.

Mar 1st, 2025

9 Signs You Might Have a Hormone Imbalance

Hormone imbalances can cause diverse health problems and wide-ranging symptoms. Learning the most common signs helps you determine when it’s time to seek medical care. Here are nine signs of women’s hormone challenges.

Feb 13th, 2025

Starting to Slow Down? Try These Easy Anti-aging Tips

These anti-aging tips will sound familiar — follow a nutritious diet, stay active, and watch your weight — but they come with a twist this time. Ready to learn how they can slow or accelerate aging? Keep reading.

Feb 6th, 2025

How is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Different?

Menopause causes 5-10 years of unbearable symptoms for many women, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and painful sex. If you’re ready for relief, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is the solution. Here’s what you need to know.

Jan 17th, 2025

Tips for Preventing a UTI (and What to Do When You Have One)

Six out of ten women will have a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their lifetime. Many will have several, and for some, UTIs turn into a chronic, recurrent struggle. Learn how to prevent UTIs and when to seek treatment.

Dec 13th, 2024

I’ve Been Trying to Get Pregnant for 6 Months — Am I Infertile?

Women tend to worry more about preventing a pregnancy, assuming they’ll conceive when they decide to have a baby. Yet, one in 10 women will face infertility. Here’s what you need to know about infertility and when to seek help.

Dec 5th, 2024

5 Ways to Make Sex More Pleasurable After 50

Sex gets better with age for most women. But changes occur around the age of 50 that can quickly end your sex life. Learn about the changes, how to improve them, and ways to make sex more pleasurable.

Nov 8th, 2024

When to Consider Medical Treatment for Low Libido

If your desire for sex has disappeared, you’re not alone. One in ten women struggle with a low libido, which is a problem you shouldn’t ignore because it is treatable. If you’re unsure when to seek treatment, this information can help you decide.

Nov 6th, 2024

How to Reduce Your Menopausal Night Sweats

Did you know that menopausal night sweats affect 75-80% of women? Night sweats are severe and frequent enough to cause sleep deficiencies for many. No one should struggle with this challenge. Here’s how to reduce your symptoms.

Oct 7th, 2024

Ask These Questions at Your Next Well-Woman Exam

Well-woman exams can be much more than a routine check-up. The time set aside for your well-woman visit is dedicated to connecting and helping you overcome many medical and personal concerns. Here are questions highlighting the top women’s issues.

Oct 4th, 2024

Unique Challenges Women Face When Trying to Lose Weight

Everyone must put in the hard work to reach their healthy body weight. However, losing weight is more difficult for women than men because of their unique hormonal changes and body composition. Here’s a rundown of the weight-loss challenges women face.

Sep 18th, 2024