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Questions about your health don’t always come up during an appointment. They show up later—when something feels off, when you’re weighing a decision or when you just want to understand what’s normal.

The WHA blog is here for that in-between space. You’ll find articles written and reviewed by our clinicians, covering gynecology, pregnancy and overall health. The goal is simple: give you information that’s accurate, understandable and actually useful.

While helpful, these articles are not a substitute for medical care from a licensed professional. Read our medical disclaimer and website terms of use.

 

What you need to know about "bioidentical" hormone therapy for menopause
Jennifer Lin, MD, MSCP Oct 28, 2024

What you need to know about "bioidentical" hormone therapy for menopause

This article is part of WHA’s new perimenopause and menopause series. “Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy” has gained significant attention as more people seek “natural” alternatives for managing menopause symptoms. However, confusion persists around what “bioidentical” and “natural” mean and how they differ from traditional hormone therapies. Here’s the thing: bioidentical is really just a marketing…
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How long can I stay on menopause hormone therapy?
Carrie Frederick, MD, MPH Oct 28, 2024

How long can I stay on menopause hormone therapy?

This article is part of WHA’s new perimenopause and menopause series. We’re finally at a point of time where not only are there effective options for managing the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, but awareness among both patients and providers has increased to the point where initiating treatment to reduce suffering has become far more…
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Knowing and coping with the first signs of perimenopause
Danielle Weinstein, FNP-C, MSCP, MN Sep 16, 2024

Knowing and coping with the first signs of perimenopause

This is the first article in WHA’s new perimenopause and menopause series. Look for future articles about the 34 most common symptoms, menopause hormone therapy, menopause weight management and more. Menopause eventually affects half of our population. Every person with ovaries will go through it. And yet, the months and years leading up to it…
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Getting pregnant with PCOS
Jonathan Cook, MD, FACOG Sep 11, 2024

Getting pregnant with PCOS

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition affecting many aspects of a person’s life, including fertility and the ability to conceive. Given the difficulty in diagnosing PCOS and the distress associated with its symptoms, fertility issues are understandably daunting. The good news is once you know you have PCOS, you can put a plan…
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What to know about menopause hormone therapy and how it can help your symptoms
Danielle Weinstein, FNP-C, MSCP, MN Sep 3, 2024

What to know about menopause hormone therapy and how it can help your symptoms

This article is part of WHA’s new perimenopause and menopause series. You can learn more about knowing and coping with the first signs of perimenopause, the 34 most common symptoms, menopause weight management and more. Menopause hormone therapy (MHT, formerly known as HRT) is an available treatment option for many people dealing with perimenopause symptoms…
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Earliest pregnancy symptoms before a positive test
WHA Staff Aug 16, 2024

Earliest pregnancy symptoms before a positive test

When you’re intentionally trying to get pregnant, the weeks between your last period and your potentially missed period can feel downright torturous. Not a day goes by when an unfamiliar twinge doesn’t interrupt whatever you’re doing so you can obsess on what it could mean. Schedule your first prenatal appointment Life feels like it’s on…
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It's not all in your head: recognizing the 34 symptoms of perimenopause and menopause
Danielle Weinstein, FNP-C, MSCP, MN Aug 16, 2024

It's not all in your head: recognizing the 34 symptoms of perimenopause and menopause

As part of WHA’s new menopause series, we’re taking a closer look at this critical part of women’s lives. Read more about knowing and coping with the earliest signs of perimenopause, menopause hormone therapy and more. Discuss your symptoms with a provider Despite the significance and commonality of the transitional period of perimenopause, in terms…
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Understanding & managing pregnancy growing pains
WHA Staff Aug 13, 2024

Understanding & managing pregnancy growing pains

Pregnancy is an exciting time—and there’s a lot to know. For those who wanted, planned and made it happen, it’s an amazing thing when that double line appears. And throughout the 36 remaining weeks, there are a lot of “shoulds” around your feelings. One of the biggest? That through it all—during the nausea, heartburn, shortness…
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Choosing a healthcare provider for pregnancy
WHA Staff Aug 13, 2024

Choosing a healthcare provider for pregnancy

From the very beginning, building a family comes with many options and decisions. Whether it’s when to start trying to get pregnant, how to announce the news or which baby name will guarantee your child’s future success and happiness, a decision that often gets overlooked is choosing an obstetric care provider. Whether you’re considering a…
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Information you can come back to

There’s no single starting point when it comes to women’s health. Some people are looking for answers about a symptom. Others are preparing for a visit, or trying to make sense of a diagnosis.

Our blog brings together perspectives from WHA providers to help you sort through those moments. The content is grounded in clinical experience, but written for real life—so it’s easier to connect what you’re reading to what you’re feeling.

By exploring our blog, you can:

  • Get a clearer understanding of symptoms and conditions
  • Learn what your options may look like
  • Find information that reflects different life stages
  • Feel more prepared going into a visit

Whether you’re here with a specific question or just trying to get oriented, this is a place to start.

FAQs

What topics are covered in the WHA blog?

You’ll find articles on gynecology, pregnancy, postpartum care, reproductive health and general wellness, all developed with input from WHA providers.

Is this medical advice?

No. This content is for general education and isn’t a substitute for care from your provider.

Who writes the articles?

Content is created in collaboration with WHA clinicians and reflects their experience caring for patients across different stages of life.

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