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Pelvic floor, Kegels and how physical therapy can help
The pelvic floor is an integral part of our body structure. When these muscles function correctly, they act as shock absorbers for our body's entire core.
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How to use ovulation charting and basal body temperature tracking to optimize your fertility
When you're ready to get pregnant, it can be difficult waiting for that second blue line to appear on a home pregnancy test.
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Pregnancy, breastfeeding and mental health medications: One new mom’s story
Monica Eary’s first baby was positioned sunny side up, meaning his skull was against her tailbone. Her tailbone broke, and Monica was left to deal with the aftermath.
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You asked, we answered: If I've already tried letrozole to trigger ovulation, can I still try clomid?
We have been trying to get pregnant for almost three years now, and I tried letrozole last year. Is it possible to try clomiphene?
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PCOS: what it is and why it increases the risk of COVID-19
Some women have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and don’t even know it.
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You asked, we answered: I get really bad menstrual cramps, what can I do?
Pain associated with menstruation occurs in more than half of women. It usually lasts for one or two days per month, but can last longer.
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You asked, we answered: What causes an abnormal Pap smear?
My pap smear came back abnormal, but my biopsy was not concerning. What could be the cause of the abnormal results?
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You asked, we answered: How can I combat a negative self-image during pregnancy?
How do I combat these feelings, so I can get through the rest of this pregnancy without hating everything about it?
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We get consent for all pelvic exams
If you've heard about teaching hospitals performing nonconsensual pelvic or prostate exams while patients are under anesthesia, be reassured that this does not happen here.
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COVID-19 vaccines, irregular periods and spike protein shedding
Are irregular periods a side effect of COVID-19 vaccines? Can "vaccine shedding" impact unvaccinated people? Find out here.
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