Female Body
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
When I first heard the term ‘Endometriosis’, I had no idea what it was. Many people are unaware of its existence and may even have it and not know. The symptoms of it are often brushed off as normal experiences,
Darlings, I’ve got some bad news for you. When you reach 40 or the dreaded menopause, whichever hits first, your body will begin to change. Fact! What changes could happen with menopause? It’s not just that everything begins to move
I don’t think I’ve ever known someone who hasn’t complained about their period. For as much as menstruation is a brilliant, natural occurrence, it is also, as many of us know, an inconvenient pain. Finding ways to manage our periods
Please note, this is a repurposed article, based upon 2 articles written by Dr Nicky Keay and first published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine on 8 February 2019 and 28 April 2017. Did you know that your period
Having a baby floods your emotions with love and joy, but what if they are replaced by feelings of despair, loneliness and guilt? And what if that glowing pride and love for your newborn, has become Post-natal depression? Post-natal depression
What is Period Tracking? Period tracking involves feeding information into apps or keeping notes on your calendar about when you have your period and what it was like. This enables you or the app you are using to estimate when
I don’t have children, I never wanted to have children and I am now of an age where the odds of me having children are slim to none. It has never left me feeling like I missed out on something,
We don’t always get to plan pregnancies; they have a tendency to come along just when we’ve got our dream job or are in the middle of a house renovation. But just like a house renovation or big project at
Ah the Menopause. What do you think about it? What can we expect from menopause? Are you absolutely dreading it, because it means you are heading into middle-age and can no longer have children, do you think of hot flashes,
The phenomenon of period syncing, otherwise known as the McClintock effect, is not recognised within the scientific and medical fields . And yet, there is a whole heap of anecdotal evidence that suggests otherwise. I grew up alongside my mum
Hell hath no fury like a woman asked if she is on her period when she’s angry… I mean… don’t people realise that it’s the week before our periods when they should be wary?! In all seriousness, we’ve all heard
Is the stereotype of a heart attack a middle aged man, collapsed on the ground clutching his chest? If I’m honest that is what I think of, most of the time. Is Coronary heart disease considered a male disease? What
Have you heard abut the fertility awareness method? No, then this is the post for you. More women than ever had had enough of trying different types of contraception — from the pill, to the IUD, to the humble condom.
Our period health is important on so many levels, not just because regular periods means everything is working as it should, but also because it gives us a snapshot of the overall health of our body. That doesn’t mean it
The relationship with your period is complex, she’s your faithful friend who turns up every month, plays havoc with your hormones, makes your breasts feel like bruises and treats you to spotty skin. She turns you into an emotional rollercoaster;
When you have finally curated your skin routine after researching and listening to all the advice. You now know your skin type and can finally have a healthy friendship with your skin. Then, during certain times in your menstrual cycle,
Hey darlings, remember that time we got *really* into detail on the topic of your menstrual cycle? As we discussed back then, though one week of it in particular receives the most attention, our hormones are in constant flux, and
On average, a person with a uterus woman will have 500 periods throughout her lifetime. Which is slightly mind boggling and exhausting to think about. Periods take a toll on a lot of aspects of our lives, our emotions, mental
Yes, it’s time to talk hot flashes, the dreaded symptom waiting for all of us as we approach menopause. In an earlier article I talked about the trials and tribulations of perimenopause, but this article is dedicated to hot flashes;
Do you know what the psoas muscles are? Excuse me, what now? Those were my words exactly. No idea what it was, or indeed how to pronounce psoas muscles. So let’s delve in and discover all about the psoas together
So, if your periods have become a law unto themselves, your PMS seems to hit whenever it feels like it, and you’re in your 40s, we might know what’s been going on with you. No, we’ve not been going through
This post will cover the important topic of new mums anxiety. It is important to remember that you’re not alone, all new mums are anxious. The good news is you will continue to worry about your offspring, in varying degrees,
We are finally talking more about menstruation, but this is essentially only a quarter of the reality. In actual fact, if you menstruate, then little is more powerful than understanding and embracing every stage of your cycle. Though one particular
The assumed role of women is predominantly that of caregiver. But, whilst we’re very good at taking care of, and caring for everyone else, sometimes we tend not to be the best judge of health when it comes to ourselves.
In the UK, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point during their lifetime and 400 men are diagnosed every year. These statistics highlight just how many people are affected by this disease, and hence
Sadly, there are many women out there who either aren’t in a position to have children or maybe for medical reasons they aren’t able to conceive, but so desperately desire to be a mother. I can only speak from an
I was reading what is happening in the world outside of my bubble and came across the choice of Childfree. It intrigued me. Well, I have heard of those who don’t want children. I did not know there was a
Gynecological health, otherwise known as the health surrounding female genitalia, is a topic that often makes women (and men) feel uncomfortable or embarrassed. However, this needs to be changed, not only does it lead to people being scared to talk
Mama, how are you feeling today? Have you eaten, showered, brushed your hair, wait! And your teeth?! Sounds like a lot huh? For the modern day Mama, juggling Work, Home and Social Life (often for the whole family) can be
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