Women’s Health

What is a midwife? Here’s how they’re different from OBs and doulas

Midwives act as advocates for pregnant people and can help you understand what's ahead.

10 real truths about the Fourth Trimester, mama

2. You are not going to enjoy every minute, and that's okay.

Swelling in pregnancy—why it happens and when to worry

Swelling, also called edema, in pregnancy is incredibly common—and usually not a cause for worry.

How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments

If you feel your voice isn't being heard or there is refusal to hear and answer your questions, it's time to get a new doctor.

A doctor fat-shamed and dismissed this woman who ended up having stage 3 cancer

Amanda Lee's unfortunate story of weight stigma in medicine is really resonating with women on TikTok.

You can get free childcare while you get + recover from your COVID vaccine

We spoke with the Surgeon General about the Biden Administration's latest push to get Americans vaccinated against COVID-19.

Women with this common condition have a higher risk for COVID-19

New research suggests that polycystic ovarian syndrome could increase your chances of getting COVID by more than 50%.

COVID vaccines do NOT harm placentas, despite false claims

New data from researchers found no evidence that the COVID vaccine affected the placentas of pregnant recipients.

New campaign celebrates beauty of postpartum bodies for Mother’s Day

Personal care brand Billie is challenging "snap back" culture in new series of photographs.

You keep talking about supporting mothers. I don’t believe you.

It is not normal to not care about mothers.

There were 60,000 fewer births last year because of the pandemic—and it matters

Not only do we have a society in which people are suffering and dying unjustly every day, we have a society that makes people not want to have children.

This bestselling collagen protein powder is perfect for pregnant mamas

Developed by mamas, for mamas.

If we want to end racial disparities for moms and babies, we need to invest in our children—today

Women and children are dying needlessly. If we want to save lives in the future, we need to act now.

Irregular periods may be a COVID-19 vaccine side effect

While the vaccines are safe, a group of women researchers are trying to learn more about their effect on menstrual cycles.

A lot of people are talking about blood clots and birth control right now

The J&J vaccine pause opened up a social media dialogue about blood clot risks with hormonal birth control.

Here’s what’s going on with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

The FDA is putting a temporary pause on J&J vaccines due to a rare blood-clotting issue

This mom was pregnant with twins and her doctor dismissed her pain. Only one baby survived.

"I said, 'I just felt him kick, I just felt him. I don't understand, how is this possible?' I was inconsolable."

How to cope with postpartum hair loss

The why, the how—and the what to do about it.

These 6 pregnancy complications could raise your risk for heart disease later in life

The American Heart Association wants more heart health screenings as part of postpartum care.

8 empowering ways to take care of your vagina

Because taking care of your vagina (in the way that feels right for you) is a radical act of power.