Vaginal Yeast Infection: Signs, Causes and When to See a Doctor
Most women will have a vaginal yeast infection at least once. It is common, it is not a sign of p...
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The Banat Nareng Health Library
Simple, honest guides to periods, intimate health, pregnancy and everyday nutrition, written by Banat Nareng. Each guide links to the products that can help, and none replaces advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Burning When You Pee: Common Causes and When to See a Doctor
That stinging feeling when you pee is very common in women, and it usually has a simple explanati...
Black Seed Oil: What We Know, How to Use It and How to Choose It
Habbat al-Barakah has been part of our grandmothers' kitchens for generations. What is actually i...
White Vaginal Discharge: What Is Normal and When to See a Doctor
White discharge is a sign of a healthy, self cleaning body. Here is how it changes across the mon...
Folic Acid in Pregnancy: When to Start, How Much and Why
The simplest guide to folic acid: when to start, how much, and why it matters a little earlier th...
Magnesium for Women: What It Does and How to Get Enough
Tired more often than you would like? Magnesium is one of the quiet minerals behind energy, muscl...
Vitamin D Deficiency: Why It Is So Common, Even in the Sun
We live in one of the sunniest places on earth, and yet low vitamin D is one of the most common g...
28ish Days Later
This podcast channel explores the menstrual cycle in a relatable, conversational way, breaking down hormonal shifts across the month. It helps listeners understand how cycle phases can affect mood, energy, and daily life.
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Breaking Taboos, Empowering Women, and Leading a Sustainable Movement: Adaye
Adaye is redefining feminine care by combining sustainability, education, and bold conversations around menstrual health. Founded from personal experience, the brand is breaking taboos and empowering women with safer, eco-conscious alternatives.
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Common Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance in Women
Hormone imbalance in women can affect many systems in the body, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, mood changes, irregular periods, acne, and changes in weight, skin, or hair. These symptoms often arise from fluctuations in key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, thyroid hormones, or cortisol, and may overlap with conditions such as PCOS, menopause, or thyroid disorders.
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Could it be PCOS? Signs to Discuss With Your Doctor and Tests to Start With
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that affects ovulation and can lead to symptoms such as irregular periods, acne, excess hair growth, and weight changes due to underlying hormonal and metabolic imbalances. Although it cannot be diagnosed by symptoms alone, blood tests and ultrasound imaging can help support a clinical diagnosis and guide appropriate management.
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Do I Have Endometriosis?
Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, yet it often goes undiagnosed for years. This guide breaks down the symptoms, causes, and when to seek help, so you can better understand your body and advocate for your health.
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The Intimacy Gap: What No One Taught Arab Women
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Hormonal headaches and menstrual migraine: What type do you have?
Hormonal headaches and menstrual migraines are often linked to shifts in estrogen throughout your cycle. This article helps you understand the different types, why they happen, and how to better manage them.
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How pregnancy *actually* happens
Conception is a complex process that goes far beyond “sperm meets egg.” This article walks you through each step, from ovulation to implantation, helping you understand how pregnancy actually begins.
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How to Work with Your Period, Not Against It
Your menstrual cycle influences more than just your period, it affects your energy, mood, and productivity all month long. This guide breaks down each phase to help you work with your body’s natural rhythm instead of against it.
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Jasadi- نادية والمينبوز اللعين
The connection in Women's body during Menopause
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Mental Health, Depression, and Menopause
Menopause can affect mental health due to hormonal changes, especially declining estrogen, which may contribute to mood shifts, anxiety, and depression. Lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, stress, and social support can play a major role in managing symptoms, and treatment may include therapy, lifestyle changes, or medication.
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Mood changes and the menstrual cycle - PMS and PMDD
Mood changes throughout the menstrual cycle are common, but they don’t define who you are. This article explores the science behind PMS and PMDD, showing how hormones may influence existing emotions rather than create entirely new ones.
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My story with Vaginismus
Vaginismus is a condition where the vaginal muscles involuntarily tighten, making penetration painful, difficult, or impossible, often linked to psychological, emotional, or physical factors. While it can feel isolating due to stigma and misunderstanding, it is a recognized medical condition with treatment options such as pelvic floor therapy, gradual dilator use, and psychological support.
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Pain and Prejudice
This book examines how women’s pain, especially chronic and reproductive pain, has often been dismissed or misunderstood in medicine. It explores the historical and cultural biases behind this and calls for better recognition, research, and treatment of women’s pain.
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Period blood clots: What they look like and when to see a doctor
Period blood clots can look alarming, but they’re often a normal part of your cycle, especially during heavier flow days. This guide explains what’s typical, what different clots mean, and when it’s important to check in with a doctor.
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Period. End of Sentence.
It follows a community in India working to break menstrual stigma by producing affordable sanitary pads and educating girls about menstruation. It highlights how access to period products and education can improve health, dignity, and opportunities for women.
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Period Power
This book explains how the menstrual cycle affects energy, mood, focus, and overall wellbeing, and encourages working with hormonal phases rather than against them. It also aims to normalize periods and give practical tools for understanding and tracking the cycle.
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Taking Charge of Your Fertility
A practical and empowering guide to understanding your fertility, this book teaches you how to track your cycle, identify ovulation, and take control of your reproductive health. It breaks down the science of your body in a clear, accessible way, whether you’re trying to conceive or simply want to understand your cycle better.
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TED: Women’s Health Talks
TED Women’s Health Talks highlight gaps in research and care for women, and call for better understanding and treatment across all stages of life.
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The Hormone Diaries
The Hormone Diaries explores how hormonal changes affect mood, energy, cycle health, and overall wellbeing. It combines expert insights and personal stories to help listeners better understand their cycles and normalize hormonal ups and downs.
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The Menopause Manifesto
This book explains menopause as a normal biological transition rather than a decline, focusing on education, myth-busting, and helping women understand hormonal changes with clarity instead of fear.
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The State Of Care For Perinatal And Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression affects about 1 in 7 new mothers, but treatment options remain limited, with only one FDA-approved medication currently available. New drugs like zuranolone are being studied and may expand future treatment options.
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Third trimester checklist: Getting ready for your baby
The third trimester is an exciting but busy time as you prepare to meet your baby. This checklist guides you through everything from packing your hospital bag to getting ready physically and emotionally for birth and early parenthood.
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Top Pelvic Floor Symptoms Noticed in Perimenopause & Why They Happen
Perimenopause affects the pelvic floor through hormonal changes that impact muscle tone, bladder control, and sensitivity. This can lead to symptoms like urgency, leakage, and pelvic pain, which are common but treatable.
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Vaginal Microbiome and Fertility: How Are They Linked?
A healthy vaginal microbiome is typically dominated by Lactobacillus bacteria, which help maintain a balanced environment that may support fertility by protecting against inflammation and infection. Emerging research suggests that an imbalance in this microbiome (dysbiosis) may be associated with lower conception rates and less favorable pregnancy outcomes, though evidence is still developing.
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What is bacterial vaginosis? Causes and symptoms to look out for
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common vaginal condition, caused by an imbalance in natural vaginal bacteria. This article explains its symptoms, causes, and treatment options, helping you understand what to look out for and when to seek care.
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