December 24, 2009
- Birth Control Pills: How to Recognize Side Effects
With so many different methods of hormonal birth control on the market today, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which is the right one for you. There’s the patch, the pill, the ring, etc. For most women it boils down to lifestyle and side effects.
Lifestyle is easy. Can you remember to take a [...]
December 7, 2009
- How to Deal with Painful Sex
Painful sex is generally a women’s issue since, let’s be honest, there’s just more involved that can get hurt. The male sex organ is a lot less complicated than the female’s and thus there are fewer complications that can lead to pain. (Not to say that men don’t come with their own whole slew of [...]
November 23, 2009
- Q&A: Sex Therapy
Who is a good candidate for sex therapy?
A wide range of people seek the help of sex therapists, mainly men and women who experience sexual dysfunction, of one form or another, mainly premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, low libido, sexual addition, painful sex, or low sexual confidence. Couples also see sex therapists is there are issues [...]
September 17, 2009
- Sex and Disability
Becoming disabled can be a traumatic event, especially if it occurs suddenly, and without warning. Your whole world turns topsy-turvy, and you find yourself bouncing back and forth between learning how to cope and finding treatment. Sometimes the most complicated change is learning how to have sex all over again.
One of the most common questions [...]
September 16, 2009
- Yeast Infections and Fertility
Many women worry that when something’s not right down there, it’ll affect their chances of getting pregnant. And it’s a valid concern: Our reproductive systems can be rather vulnerable, so it’s important that to ensure reproductive health, you keep a check on your vaginal health, as well.
If just so happens that women do not need [...]
September 15, 2009
- How To Reduce Your Risk of Stretch Marks in Pregnancy
Unfortunately, stretch marks are so common in pregnant women that between 75 and 90 percent develop them during pregnancy. Despite these odds, there are still things you can do to prevent these angry red marks from disrupting your clear skin.
Try to maintain a steady weight gain. Eating a balanced and healthy diet will not only [...] - 14 Ways to Extend Your Expiration Date
Live longer, healthier, and happier by following these easy tips:
1. Change your attitude. Think positive and you’ll live longer.
2. Get enough sleep. Living a full life takes energy.
3. Don’t sleep too much. Too much sleep will make you sluggish and depressed—two things that a long life can’t thrive on.
4. Have lots of sex. Sex reduces [...]
September 13, 2009
- Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition affecting many women during pregnancy. While some women with high blood pressure may not suffer from any associated symptoms, hypertension during pregnancy can be serious if left untreated.
If hypertension is associated with protein in the urine and/or swelling due to fluid retention, it could be a [...]
September 3, 2009
- Kill Two Birds With One ED Trial Pack
Some great news today in sexual health! Apparently, so many couples that need help enhancing their sexual pleasure have been turning to Viagra and have discovered that it’s not always a problem with the man. Recent studies have shown that female libido issues can take their toll on a man as well, and can sometimes [...]
August 28, 2009
- Easy to Swallow News About Viagra
A decade into the Viagra revolution, and things are literally looking up. Men who thought they’d never have sex again are leading happy healthy sex lives, and their wives and girlfriends couldn’t be happier. Only one problem remains. This elderly demographic frequently has other problems, and a large percentage of the senior population has trouble [...]
August 19, 2009
- Morning Sickness and Heartburn
Morning sickness: Either you get it bad or you don’t get it at all. It seems that there’s no one who falls out in the middle. If you fall into the 30% of women who never get nauseated at all, then consider yourself lucky. If you’re like most women and experience nausea and vomiting, however, [...]
- Pregnancy and Acid Reflux
For most women, pregnancy and heartburn go hand-in-hand. Most women just assume that heartburn is just another one of those random symptoms of pregnancy, but there’s actually a scientific reason for the increase in acid reflux. Your placenta produces progesterone which relaxes the muscles of the uterus. This hormone serves as a relaxer for other [...]
August 18, 2009
- How to Relieve Painful Menstrual Cramps
If you’re one of the millions of women who experience painful menstrual cramps every month, then you’re probably looking for some sort of pain relief. For some women, the monthly flow is not just a time of annoyance or a passing inconvenience, but is a time of severe pain that they dread from month to [...]
August 17, 2009
- The Effects of Smoking on Fertility
Many people are aware that smoking can affect a baby’s health. But less people know that smoking can also affect both male and female fertility. If you are trying for a baby, and quit smoking, it can seriously enhance your chances of getting pregnant. According to a report by the British Medical Association (BMA), women [...]
July 28, 2009
- Your Fertility Window of Opportunity: Tracking Your BBT and Cervical Mucus
While it’s true that you can get pregnant any day of your menstrual cycle, there are certain days that are much more likely than others. If you are trying to conceive, it’s important that you pay close attention to your menstrual cycle so you can make love at the optimal time.
You’re most likely to conceive [...]
July 27, 2009
- Q&A On Ovulation and Fertility
How many times can I ovulate in one month? How many chances do I have to get pregnant per month?
You can only ovulate once per month, which means you’ve only got one chance to get pregnant each month. Because, however, we don’t know exactly when ovulation (“your chance” occurs, it’s good to have sex a [...] - Six Popular Misconceptions about Conception
• You can’t get pregnant while you have your period. FALSE-It’s highly unlikely that you will, but it is completely possible! If you plan on having sex and don’t want to get pregnant, use protection EVERY time you make love!
• If you want to get pregnant, you should lie on your back during sex (missionary style) and [...]
July 22, 2009
- What Are The Health Benefits of Sex?
Does your wife give you a hard time some nights, telling you she has a headache, isn’t feeling well, or is otherwise “not in the mood?” Next time she tries it, you’ve got some answers for her – sex is one of the healthiest things she (and you) can do for your body!
One of the [...]
July 16, 2009
- Coming Soon: Male Contraceptives
The days of birth control being only a woman’s responsibility may be coming to an end! For the first time, scientists have developed what may be a safe and effective contraceptive solution that is administered to the male, instead of the female. Several types of male contraceptives may be hitting the market soon. Here’s everything [...]
- Better Prostate Health through Ejaculation
According to the latest reports from the National Cancer Institute, having sex is great for your body, and helps prevent prostate cancer! Researchers claim that frequent orgasms can lead to a much healthier prostate – which is great news for guys with healthy libidos.
No matter how it is achieved, orgasms help your prostate. This means [...]