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Improving Maternal Health Outcomes with a Focus on Physical Activity
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An increasing number of pregnant women in the United States have chronic health conditions — such as hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease — that may put them at higher risk of pregnancy complications.
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Why We Need to Talk About Men’s Mental Health
I want to talk about something that we don’t talk about enough: men and depression.
Postpartum Depression: You Are Not Alone
Sayeedha Uddin
There is a common belief that as soon as the baby is born, maternal feelings and knowledge appear. For many mothers, this is not the case.
Q&A With an Infertility Expert
Infertility is a common problem, and anyone can face infertility challenges. To uncover answers to common infertility questions, we spoke with Dr. Esther Eisenberg.
Lynn Bufka
Since 2007, the American Psychological Association’s annual Stress in America survey has found that women consistently report higher levels of stress than men.
Plus-size Model Melinda Parrish: What I Wish I’d Know About Body Positivity
Plus-size model Melinda Parrish talks with us about learning to accept and love our bodies — exactly as they are today. Read her interview.
Getting More Exercise and Why It’s Worth It
Starting and maintaining a health routine can be hard. I lived it — I know! I have sizes in my closet ranging from 10 to 16 to prove it.
Ladies: It’s Time to Speak Up About Your Health
Julianne Hough
If I could tell women what I wished I’d known it would be: Don’t make the same mistakes I did! Debilitating pain is not normal.
What I Wish I’d Known About Being Healthy
This National Women’s Health Week, join us by sharing some health advice you would give your younger self. We’re calling it the #WhatIWishIdKnown challenge.
Creating a Culture of Consent on Your Campus
College is an important time for personal discovery and navigating the world of sexuality. But with the excitement, it’s crucial to get educated about sexual assault and consent.
Making the Best Decisions for Your Body
As women, we're the experts on our own bodies. We know what does and doesn't feel normal, but we don't always feel empowered to speak up to get the care we need.
