Self-care

  In the process of menopause there are a series of hormonal changes that alter our physical and emotional state. Intimate relationships and sexuality are some of the things that are affected by these changes. Concerning the physical aspect, the vaginal tissue becomes thinner, the elasticity decreases,...

The beauty and health ideals for women have changed significantly in recent decades. Losing weight is no longer the main priority for a woman’s fitness routine or lifestyle. We are seeing more marketing campaigns and Instagram influencers praising the muscular bodies of female athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Sometimes UTIs are out of your hands, but there are many factors that are in your control. Here are 7 small changes that can help you avoid the whole ordeal. UTIs can really throw a wrench in everything. The fiery pain is torture enough, but then when you factor in the visit to the doctor’s office and the wait for a prescription, it’s enough to drive you mad. Sometimes UTIs are out of your hands, but there are many factors that are in your control. Here are 7 small changes that can help you avoid the whole ordeal.

Lack of sleep is one of the many challenges women face during pregnancy, particularly because of the changing hormone levels and the need to provide infant care. In fact, 66 to 94 percent of pregnant women report disturbances in sleep, according to research published in the Obstetric Medicine Journal (1). Sleep problems can have serious consequences for expecting mothers. Here are a few reasons why pregnant women should pay more attention to their sleeping patterns.

With our busy and often stressful lives it is important to our health and our happiness that we try our best to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is our ability to be fully present and aware of what is happening around us without becoming overwhelmed and anxious (1). This is something that we all do naturally, but sometimes life gets too hectic and we become less aware of our surroundings or we let our surroundings overwhelm us. Studies show that when you practice mindfulness and you train your brain to focus directly on what you’re experiencing and feeling, you are actually physically restructuring your brain! (1)