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Top 10 health benefits of regular physical activity at every age
It seems like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done. And when life gets busy, exercise is usually one of the easiest things to drop. There are always excuses, and many feel completely valid because of the energy they require: work, children, commitments. But the simple, annoyingly certain truth is…
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Treating heavy menstrual bleeding with medication
Abnormal menstrual bleeding, also known as abnormal uterine bleeding, is one of the most common reasons for visits to the gynecologist. And for those who experience it, it can be really disruptive to everyday life. So when WHA providers treat patients for heavy menstrual bleeding, we like to start with management options that have the…
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Surgical options for treating heavy menstrual bleeding
Heavy, or abnormal, menstrual bleeding is incredibly common, affecting one out of every five menstruators in the U.S. It can happen at any point in a person’s life, and make normal living extremely difficult. Trips planned out of the house may cause anxiety, long shifts at work may be marked by frequent bathroom breaks to…
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How women’s bodies change with age
Most of us envision living into old age, but few of us like the physical changes of actually getting older. We often see patients who are distressed (either a little or a lot) about their changing bodies. And we get it! We have changing bodies, too. Here’s the thing: we don’t have an option when…
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Pregnancy diet do's and don'ts: the reality behind pregnancy food restrictions
If you’ve just announced to family and friends that you’re expecting, you have probably already received enough advice to last a lifetime—and commentary on what you are or are not eating. So many pregnancy food rules have been over-generalized and under-contextualized that it can make the whole process of being pregnant feel like living under…
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What to expect from your first weeks of breastfeeding
Breastfeeding feels like it should be a natural harmony between baby and parent—with bodies perfectly designed for this very thing. Anyone who’s been through it, though, can tell you otherwise, likely while rocking a crying newborn and massaging sore breasts and chapped nipples. Why is breastfeeding often so hard? Because it is a learned skill,…
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When you should see a gynecologist for the first time
Whether it’s a parent or a young person asking, I love answering the question about the “right time” to see a gynecologist for the first time. Establishing a relationship with a gynecologist during adolescence can give teenagers the opportunity to educate themselves about their bodies and the way they function and change with age in…
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Understanding the causes of miscarriage and coping with pregnancy loss
Though miscarriages are a common part of the pregnancy journey, the grief they cause is often carried alone. Those who’ve experienced pregnancy loss may feel too guilt-ridden and downhearted to share their experience with others, even though they’ve done nothing to cause it. Know that coping is complicated; the effects are felt physically and emotionally…
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Here’s how to talk to your doctor about your sex life
Who wants to do something they don’t enjoy? Especially when it comes to sex. Ideally, sex feels more than enjoyable…like, downright pleasurable. But with so many stigmas, expectations and misinformation about how it should feel, getting there physically and mentally can feel like an impossible-to-reach standard. And typically, your healthcare provider may be the last…
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