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The Orgasm Shot, or the O-Shot, is a fantastic procedure that can work wonders on the body – and not just for the reasons it was named! Menopause can be a stressful time for some women, especially if you are dealing with any of the hormonal and physical issues that can come with it. From […]
After menopause, it’s common for a woman’s vagina to feel as though it is not functioning in quite the same way it did when they were younger. While for some, it may be a cosmetic concern that doesn’t pose much of a problem, other women may feel self-conscious about this shrinking. For others, it can […]
If this summer felt hotter than usual, it may not just be the heat; it might be you. If you’ve noticed hot flashes cropping up more often, along with a few other symptoms, you could be entering menopause. Sure, the heat could be playing a part of it, but there’s a difference between merely feeling […]
As our bodies get older and begin to change, it is easy to spot the differences and come across aspects that are no longer the same as they were when we were younger. One such change that occurs in a woman’s body is menopause: almost every woman goes through this change and has to deal […]
As women we hear so much about menopause – the symptoms, when it will start, how it feels. But perimenopause? Not so much. What is Perimenopause? As the name indicates perimenopause is a precursor to menopause. Menopause occurs when the ovaries no longer release any eggs and is defined as the absence of periods for […]
Sometimes it takes a star to make a point. And thanks to a new campaign launched by AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Cheryl Hines has center stage. The actress is now a spokeswoman for the company’s Painfully Awkward Conversations campaign which focuses on the painful sex many women continue to experience after menopause. A Humorous Approach Best […]
Walk. Swim. Lift weights. Doctors are constantly espousing the value of exercise. Staying active will help you sleep better, keep your heart healthy, your joints supple, your mind depression-free and your weight down. Essentially exercise is prescribed as a “one size fits all” treatment. Then, a significant Japanese study nearly turned that concept on its […]
Sorry, but it’s not good news. Those horrible hot flashes and night sweats don’t necessarily disappear once menopause ends. According to a new study recently published in the Journal of North American Menopause Society, more than 40 percent of women were still experiencing vasomotor symptoms after 60. The Stats: The fairly large study, data […]
When that change of life commonly associated with middle age hits early, it’s often misdiagnosed or missed all together. Menopause, when a woman’s ovaries stop functioning and menstruation ends, usually occurs around 51 for most American women. But for 1 percent of women, menopausal symptoms may begin before they hit 40. One of the first […]
When the body signals that all those years it spent getting ready to produce a baby are about to end, it can be difficult to take. Menopause is indeed the end of a woman’s fertility journey. The realization that such a regular part of life is about to end does have a psychological impact. […]
