Health and Wellness

Keeping hair healthy is easier now with so many options for care. Oily, Dry or Combination? What kind of hair do you have?  Pair your hair type with a specific shampoo.  Sulfate free shampoo provides gentle care without stripping your hair of natural oils If you are a gym rat or athlete or sweat a lot you’ll need a gentle daily wash for your scalp Hair Health Reflects Overall Health Eat a nutrient-rich diet – Include protein, iron, biotin, and omega-3 fatty acids for strong, healthy hair. Manage stress and get enough sleep – Both play a key role in...

Sexual wellness is central to a happy and fulfilling sex life. This includes sexual intercourse, play and self pleasure which encompass the other facets of your sexuality- physical, emotional and psychological. Physical Sexual Wellness  How knowledgeable are you of your anatomy? Knowing what to call parts of your body allows you to become empowered over your own body. Saying it out loud asserts your bodily space out loud too. This is incredibly important to provide you with a safe space for pleasure and also knowing what doesn’t feel quite right should you need to seek professional care and guidance. Accurate...

Contraception comes in many forms which you and your healthcare practitioner can discuss which best suits your needs. Hormonal Methods These use hormones to prevent ovulation, thicken cervical mucus, or thin the uterine lining. Birth control pills (combined estrogen and progestin or progestin-only). Contraceptive patch. Vaginal ring (e.g., NuvaRing). Hormonal IUD (e.g., Mirena, Kyleena). Copper IUD while not technically a hormone acts to release ions to affect sperm mobility and also irritates the womb lining to make it inhospitable for eggs. Injectable contraceptives (e.g., Depo-Provera) Implants (e.g., Nexplanon) Barrier Methods These physically block sperm from reaching the egg. Male condoms...

What is PostMenopause? Postmenopause is the stage of life that begins after a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. During this phase, estrogen and progesterone levels remain consistently low. Common symptoms may include vaginal dryness, sleep disturbances, and increased risk of osteoporosis. Postmenopause typically occurs in women in their late 40s to early 60s, but the age can vary. Lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, and regular health checkups can help manage postmenopausal symptoms and risks. Women spend almost a third of their lives in postmenopause. It’s important to be aware of all of the ways to support...