March 29, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Noticing changes and wondering if perimenopause is winding down? Key signs indicate the finale of this transitional phase is in sight. This concise guide will help you identify those signs perimenopause is ending, as your body prepares for the next stage of its hormonal journey. […]
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January 29, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is a natural phase of transition that women experience before reaching menopause. It is characterized by hormonal fluctuations, which can lead to a variety of physical and emotional changes. Navigating the waters of perimenopause and menopause can feel like charting unknown territory. One of […]
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December 19, 2023
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is an important phase in a woman’s life, marking the transition from reproductive years to menopause. This natural biological process can occur anytime between the ages of 35 and 50, although it typically occurs in women in their 40s, and can last anywhere from […]
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May 17, 2023
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH and Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Research shows that while menopause is a fact of life, few women feel informed on the subject. Over 68% only begin learning about perimenopause once symptoms first develop, causing many to go through this important life stage without the necessary […]
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January 10, 2023
You’ve seen the doctor and have the prescription in hand, but you don’t have insurance and are worried about the out-of-pocket costs. Unfortunately, this is a far-too-common scenario in the United States. Between this and the US Supreme Court ruling that made it possible for religious employers to refuse to cover birth control pills means […]
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November 9, 2022
Taking birth control pills is an effective way to prevent pregnancy. The added benefits are that they can be used to help ease heavy, painful, or irregular periods, reduce hormonal acne, and even skip periods! There are two types of birth control pills: combined oral contraceptive pills (which contain both estrogen and progestin) or progestin-only […]
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September 12, 2022
With the overturning of Roe v. Wade in the United States, there have been a lot of talks recently about reproductive rights. Reproductive rights are human rights that center on the rights of people to safely access contraception, abortion, fertility treatment, reproductive healthcare, and information about reproductive and sexual health. Reproductive rights cover everything from […]
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May 30, 2022
Is Plan B same as Plan c? Despite having similar names, Plan B and “Plan C”, or medication abortion, are two different reproductive health options. While one is used to prevent pregnancy, the other is used to terminate pregnancy. It’s important to understand the difference between the two in order to best protect yourself from […]
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March 29, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Menopause often brings with it a wave of sleep disruptions, leaving many to wonder how to restore a peaceful night’s rest. This article delves into the hormonal upheavals that affect “menopause and sleep”, outlining practical, evidence-based measures to enhance your sleep quality during this transitional […]
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July 18, 2023
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause and menopause are two distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive life that are often misunderstood and shrouded in mystery. This blog post aims to explain more about these two distinct life stages – exploring their differences, the hormonal changes that are happening, symptoms, and […]
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In a huge step towards improving women’s reproductive health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the availability of one over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill. This decision marks a major milestone, providing women with increased accessibility, convenience, and control over one of their contraceptive choices, which is what we’re all about here at […]
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January 9, 2023
Abortion is a reproductive right and a form of reproductive healthcare. Roe v Wade was a landmark case decided by the United States Supreme Court on January 22, 1973, that gave those with uteri a constitutional right to an abortion. The case was brought forth by “Jane Roe” against the state of Texas, with the […]
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