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How to talk to your daughter about puberty

How to talk to your daughter about puberty

This is a time in every girl’s life when she starts to embrace who is she going to become. Help her to embrace this journey as well! Puberty often begins earlier than parents think – some girls can start as early as eight years old and others as late as 16. During this time, there […]

What are signs that your PMS is not normal?

What are signs that your PMS is not normal?

Here is a quick answer – PMS itself is not a normal part of life. But three out of four women struggle with PMS every month. Symptoms generally range from severe headaches, irritability and cravings to fatigue, insomnia and cramps. So what’s the catch? PMS itself is a sign that something is not right in […]

What to Expect During Your First Trimester

What to Expect During Your First Trimester

The first trimester of pregnancy can be overwhelming to say the least. For first-time mothers, the worries of the unknown and new experiences that your body is undergoing is enough to make anyone stressed. When morning (afternoon, evening – all hours of the day really!) sickness is involved, the joy of this new being can […]

How to know which type of birth control is best for you?

How to know which type of birth control is best for you?

Birth control is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Based upon your medical background, lifestyle and body, the best birth control method may not be what you expect. As you can imagine, choosing the right birth control method should not be taken lightly. You also shouldn’t assume that your doctor will know exactly what birth control is […]

The Importance of the Dreaded Pap Smear

The Importance of the Dreaded Pap Smear

The Pap Smear, also called a Pap Test, is a procedure that tests for cervical cancer in women. Detecting cervical cancer early is key for the most successful chance at a cure. In women 30 and older, the Pap Test may be combined with a test for human papillomavirus (HPV) – a common sexually transmitted […]