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Inclusion is at the heart of women’s health
Caring for your own well-being and setting manageable expectations can dispel that feeling
Annual preventive exams will do more than just check your health ‘down there’
You may need a mental shift to start caring for your physical and mental well-being
This deep breathing technique can help you work through those big emotions
Why it matters and how to actually do it
Vaginal dryness, cervicitis, infectious conditions and other cervical issues could be culprits
Any mass or abnormal area that you feel for more than three days should be checked out
Maintain a healthy vaginal microbiota with the help of good bacteria
From using one at night to how often you should change them
Infradian rhythms, like the menstrual cycle, are biological cycles that impact your health
It may help with hormonal issues, like PMS, irregular periods and breast pain
Before menopause, there’s an amount of time when your menstrual cycles are unpredictable
A natural part of aging, there are typically three stages of menopause
Stay away from over-the-counter aids unless your doctor specifically recommends them