January 31, 2024
Navigating the Transition: When is the Optimal Time for Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Let’s dive into a topic that resonates with many women in their journey towards understanding menopause treatment: “When is the best time to start menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) or hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?” This is not just a question about timing; it’s about quality of […]
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January 29, 2024
Treatment for Vaginal Dryness During Perimenopause: Vaginal Estrogen Can Help
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is a natural phase of transition that women experience before reaching menopause. It is characterized by hormonal fluctuations, which can lead to a variety of physical and emotional changes. Navigating the waters of perimenopause and menopause can feel like charting unknown territory. One of […]
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January 29, 2024
Managing Your Mental Health During Menopause
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist When most people think of menopause, hot flashes and other physical symptoms come to mind, but for many women menopause and perimenopause bring about significant emotional and mental health changes that can be challenging to address and tricky to identify. In this blog post, we […]
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December 19, 2023
Understanding Perimenopause Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is an important phase in a woman’s life, marking the transition from reproductive years to menopause. This natural biological process can occur anytime between the ages of 35 and 50, although it typically occurs in women in their 40s, and can last anywhere from […]
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December 19, 2023
Menopause, sex and relationships. All you should know.
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Sex isn’t always top of mind when thinking about menopause, but hormonal changes are part of significant physical, mental, and emotional changes that happen at this time, and these can impact sex and intimacy in many ways. First, let’s level set. When we talk about […]
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July 18, 2023
Perimenopause vs Menopause: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause and menopause are two distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive life that are often misunderstood and shrouded in mystery. This blog post aims to explain more about these two distinct life stages – exploring their differences, the hormonal changes that are happening, symptoms, and […]
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July 18, 2023
FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill: Improving Women’s Reproductive Health
In a huge step towards improving women’s reproductive health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the availability of one over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill. This decision marks a major milestone, providing women with increased accessibility, convenience, and control over one of their contraceptive choices, which is what we’re all about here at […]
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June 13, 2023
The Pill Club bankruptcy. Are telemedicine services still safe?
If you follow the world of birth control delivery services, you may have recently heard about the recent controversy surrounding a well known telehealth startup, The Pill Club. For a long time, The Pill Club reigned supreme as the trendy way to get your birth control delivered, it seemed at one point that all the […]
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May 18, 2023
Tretinoin vs Adapalene: Which Acne Treatment is Right for You?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH If you’re dealing with acne, you may have heard of tretinoin and adapalene. Both are topical retinoids that can be used to treat acne, but they have some differences in how they work and the types of acne they are best suited for. In this article, we’ll discuss […]
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May 17, 2023
Retin-A vs Retinol: What’s the Difference?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH Both Retin-A (tretinoin) and Retinol are commonly used in skincare to treat acne, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and enhance overall skin texture and appearance. But despite both being retinoids, there exist notable distinctions between these two skincare treatments. What Are Retinoids? Retinoids are a […]
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May 17, 2023
Unlocking the Benefits of Azelaic Acid and Tretinoin in Your Skincare Routine
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH Azelaic acid and tretinoin individually are powerful acne-fighting and anti-aging prescription medications. Combined, they’re twice as strong. We know how overwhelming it can be to navigate the world of skincare and acne treatments, but don’t worry, we’re here to help! If you’re on the hunt for some seriously […]
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May 5, 2023
How IUD’s Can Cause Acne, and How to Treat
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH IUDs have long been a popular form of birth control for women. However, one potential side effect of using a hormonal IUD is acne. While not a common side effect, some women have reported experiencing breakouts after getting a hormonal IUD. This can be frustrating and uncomfortable for […]
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