Lively Women

July 25th, 2007

Do You Have Women’s Health Questions? Ask Them Here!

In the past we’ve tackled such questions as What happens to my eggs if I don’t ovulate?, How much water is too much water?, and How can I prevent bladder infections?. But I know there’s other stuff you’re wondering about!
Don’t be shy. If there’s a women’s health question that’s bugging you,  leave a comment on […]

By Kristen King -- 5 comments

January 21st, 2007

One Benefit of PMS

According to a study published in Psychology Today in December 2006, women who suffer from PMS symptoms may have better memories than those who don’t:
Depression, irritability, mood swings, anxiety–no one has ever had a nice thing to say about pre-menstrual syndrome. Until now, that is.
A decidedly positive feature has been added to the list: […]

By Kristen King -- 2 comments

January 19th, 2007

What You Always Wanted to Know About Your Period (but were afraid to ask)

Have you ever had any of these oh-so-mortifying period questions?

Why are my dreams so vivid during PMS?
Why is my blood brownish at the start and end of my period?
What’s up with those gross clots? Should I be worried?
Why do I tend to bleed on one side of the tampon?
Are mid-30s too early for perimenopause?
Why […]

By Kristen King -- 3 comments