Many people use formula to supplement breast milk and breastfeeding, and you may also be using it as the primary source of nutrition for your child. While formula is generally very safe, there are a few very important things to know about formula before using it. 1. Ready To Feed Formula Vs. Powdered Formula Ready…
Perimenopause is the time when your body begins to make the transition from regular menstruation (having a monthly period) to permanent menopause (no longer having a monthly period). It is a time of hormonal changes, which can lead to some pretty dramatic symptoms—including hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, sleep problems, and more. When Does…
WHAT IS ADENOMYOSIS? Adenomyosis is a benign condition in which tissue from the endometrial layer, or the innermost layer of the uterus, grows into a layer of muscle in the uterus. The uterus is a muscular organ with three layers: the endometrium (inner lining), the myometrium (middle muscular layer) and serosa (outer smooth layer that covers…
If you\’re wondering, \”Can you take Plan B when also on birth control?\”, you\’re not alone. Many people have this question. The thought of an unplanned pregnancy can be very stressful. It is that stress that causes people to think, \”Should I also take Plan B?\” The hormone in Plan B is levonorgestrel. If you have had…
Do you have diabetes that is difficult to control despite being on multiple medications? An abnormally high level of cortisol in your body could be a factor.¹ Excessively high levels of cortisol in your body could be due to a condition known as hypercortisolism or Cushing syndrome. Some classic symptoms of Cushing syndrome include a…
Each of us is born with ingrained abilities; things no one needs to teach us, like blinking. Here are some of those infant reflexes we all came equipped with at birth. • Newborn crying: The sound every parent wants to hear is that first burst of crying at birth. As you spend more time together, you will…
Teething is a normal part of infancy. It can be quite painful for your newborn baby, and each baby\’s reaction to teething is likely to be different. Just like all human beings are different with different thresholds for pain, your baby is also unique. Parents often wonder what to expect when a baby is teething….
Formula shortages are causing undue stress on parents who are already stretched thin with caring for their baby. Here are some places you can turn to for buying formula. Buy Formula Online These brands have traditionally been available on Amazon. Given the formula shortages, as long as your baby does not require any special type…
The adrenal glands produce hormones which help to maintain homeostasis.¹ Hormone production can be impacted by the presence of a tumor. A common way tumors of the adrenal gland may be detected is through imaging studies.² What Do The Adrenal Glands Do? The adrenal gland is part of the HPA axis and produces hormones that…
If it is your first time putting in a tampon, then this tampons for beginners guide should help. Tampons are a fantastic and convenient way to manage your period and menstrual flow. Once you master how to use the tampon, it is usually very comfortable, and most people do not even feel it. Here is…
