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What Does Menopause Do to My Body?
Menopause occurs when a woman approaches the end of fertility. This is when the menstrual cycle stops, and several changes occur in the female body. You are officially in menopause when your ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone and when you have not had a period for at least one year. This is a natural…
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My Periods Are Coming Every Two Weeks!
When most women think of menopause, they think of freedom from periods. Imagine all the money you’ll save on tampons or pads and how much easier life will be when you don’t have to deal with bloody messes each month. “If my period is supposed to stop, then why is it coming every two weeks?”…
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My Brain Is Foggy
Managing Memory During Menopause Menopause isn’t just a thing that happens to your reproductive system. It brings on changes in your entire body – including your brain. Brain fog is a very real symptom. A 2013 study found that around 60% of middle-aged women experienced concentration and cognitive difficulties. Different factors can affect brain fog….
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What Should I Do If I Want to Get Pregnant?
Deciding to have a baby can be exciting! It can also be overwhelming. Some couples are not sure where to begin when they want to conceive. Others may have difficulty with fertility. There are many things to consider before you begin trying for a baby. The following tips will help you get started. Talk to…
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Why Do I Pee When I Laugh, Cough, or Sneeze?
We get pretty good at knowing how and when to go to the bathroom once we’re out of diapers. Then one day, something changes, and you begin to question whether you need to get back into diapers again. After years of having things under control, you start to lose it. A sudden cough or sneeze…
