If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. When it comes to getting a good night’s sleep, there are many things that can easily make it difficult to relax at the end of the day—stress, anxiety, the never-ending to-do list, the list…
What are hormonal contraceptives? A type of birth control that uses hormones to prevent pregnancy and help manage periods and certain medical conditions They are: Safe for most women 99% effective at preventing pregnancy Birth control is for more than just for preventing pregnancy Many women use hormonal birth control to manage health issues ,…
We hear this in our DMs all the time: “Don’t I have to wait 6 weeks after having a baby to exercise?” Our response is always the same: “There is SO MUCH you can do until then.” Before you even get back into your normal exercise routine, you must restimulate your pelvic floor. Mama, this…
Craving a sweet treat for one? This berry and macadamia crumble is both delicious and nourishing. The crunchy coconut and oats make for the perfect breakfast option paired with yoghurt. If you have dessert on your mind, enjoy the juicy berries and nutty topping served warm with a scoop of ice cream! Serves: 1 Ingredients…
Hello! My name is Josie Graham and I am a Talent Acquisition Partner focused on DE&I, Allied Health, Operations, and Administration in the HR Department at Woman’s Hospital. I’m new to the organization, having started in mid-June, and I’m excited to be a part of the Woman’s family. A little about me – I was…
Last month, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) launched a new patient safety bundle addressing perinatal mental health conditions. The current revision addresses gaps in the safety bundle in 2016. Patient Safety Bundles are a structured way of improving the processes of care and patient outcomes. They are clinical condition-specific and follow an…
Dyspareunia is the name for painful sex, whether the pain occurs before, during or after intercourse. As you might imagine, dyspareunia can have a wide range of causes, some of which are physiological and some psychological. It is important to try and discover the reason for painful sex, because the problem can become a vicious…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Fancy, high-tech sex toys that let you geek out and get off are always worth considering for your collection. (You know we’re right!) If you lost your mind over the suction-y, clitoral stimulating powers…
Even though menstruation is often seen as taboo in many communities and families, there has been significant progress in recent years in many countries worldwide. The positive change in approaching menstruation today is due mainly to increased media coverage, educational initiatives, menstrual product innovation, activism, and advocacy. All this combined is resulting in younger generations,…
As told to Nicole Audrey Spector I knew my husband, Bob, had Alzheimer’s disease before anyone else did, including Bob. He was only 65 years old, but he had some of the telltale symptoms, including forgetfulness and absentmindedness, which were highly unusual for him. Bob was whip smart and incredibly high-functioning, a former journalist. But…
