Self Care

The Best Non-Toxic Body Lotions + Ingredients to Avoid!
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The Best Non-Toxic Body Lotions + Ingredients to Avoid!

Slathering on your favorite lotion or body oil is a simple yet almost luxurious act of self-care. But what if I told you that your current moisturizer might be hiding a not-so-luxurious secret? Unfortunately, many conventional body lotions contain a list of potentially harmful ingredients that can contribute to a host of health conditions over…

5 Questions to Ask Your Gynecologist About Fibroids
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5 Questions to Ask Your Gynecologist About Fibroids

Since being diagnosed with fibroids, I’ve been good about keeping my regularly scheduled gynecology appointments. If you’ve been wondering what questions to ask your gynecologist, you’re not alone. However, despite visiting my doctor routinely, there was a period when I was clueless about my diagnosis. I’d show up at my appointment with the intention of learning…

How to Manage Painful Periods on Vacation
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How to Manage Painful Periods on Vacation

I used to dread traveling with painful periods. Heavy bleeding and debilitating cramps made the thought of sitting for hours terrifying. Most of us primarily travel for leisure. And your period isn’t usually leisurely if you’re dealing with painful and heavy bleeding caused by fibroids.  In fact, it can be downright anxiety-inducing. Of course, I…