Perimenopause/ Menopause
When Does Perimenopause Start and How Long Does It Last?
The early stages of perimenopause can vary, with ranges between the mid-thirties to your 50s. Perimenopause lasts at least 4 years and more.
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Guides on hormones, reproductive health, neurodivergence, and perimenopause — written by Dr. Jolene Brighten, reviewed by clinicians, and cited to the peer-reviewed literature.
Libido
How Sexual Desire and Arousal Change With Your Cycle
Learn how to increase your sex drive throughout your menstrual cycle. and pleasure during different phases of menstrual cycle in this guide.
Cramps
Pain During Ovulation: Is It Normal?
Ovulation pain, aka Mittelschmerz, is actually quite common. Up to 40% of women experience this pain before, during, or after ovulation.
Perimenopause/ Menopause
What is The Best Diet for Perimenopause
We'll take a look at the best perimenopause diet that includes nutrients and foods that specifically address hormone and metabolic changes.
Sex Hormones
Symptoms of High or Low SHBG Levels, and How to Change It
Sex hormone-binding globulin binds and transports sex hormones. Learn causes of changes in SHBG levels and how to change it in this guide.
STIs
Why Is My Vagina Itchy? How to Relieve Vaginal Itching
Just because vaginal itch is common doesn’t mean it’s normal. There are many causes of vaginal and vulvar itching. Learn more of them.
Perimenopause/ Menopause
Health Risks of Low Hormones, Premature Menopause, and Menopause
In this guide, we'll explore the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and how to support your body if you decide to undergo it.
Endometriosis
The Connection Between AMH, PCOS, and Infertility
Here I'll explain what AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone) is, how it is connected to PCOS, and why it's used as a marker of fertility and…
Hair Loss
Can You Prevent Postpartum Hair Loss?
There are steps you can take to minimize postpartum hair loss including nutritional support to increase hair growth. This is not preventable.