You might have heard about cervical cancer, but maybe you’re not sure what it is or the risk factors. Who gets it and how can it be prevented? Cervical cancer is cancer that begins in the cervix, a critical part of the female reproductive system. Once a leading cause...
Someone you love has breast cancer. That’s a scary thing to acknowledge, and it presents a host of challenges. Suddenly, you’re thrust into a world of medicine and caregiving. You’re not the patient, but you do need a helping hand. How can you support your friend or...
Breastfeeding is natural, but it's not always easy. Before your baby was born, you may have watched videos and read books to help you craft a breastfeeding plan. Now that your baby's here, though, you may discover that you need even more help. Nursing can be tough,...
For months, you've been eating for two. That means you’ve probably put special care into your diet to make sure you were nourishing both yourself and your baby. But now that your little one is here, you may be ready to cut loose and start enjoying all your...
When period cramps strike, you want relief as quickly as possible. Doctors suggest that the best way to soothe period pain is to take ibuprofen or another over-the-counter pain reliever. And while that's not a bad idea on your worst days, you may not want to pop pills...
Your baby bump’s growing bigger by the day, and with it, the thermometer seems to rise daily, too. As your discomfort grows, you start pining for cooler days and wondering how to endure the next few months of heat with hot flashes and swelling ankles. ...
