Latina Moms | Daughters
Our bodies goes through dramatic changes during and after pregnancy. Some of those changes are positive (I loved my full breasts during and after pregnancy) but others are less than glamorous. A few are even dreadful, including hemorrhoids. How on earth do we end up with hemorrhoids? And how can we get relief from these [...]
As if our bodies don’t go through enough changes during pregnancy and childbirth, many of us also have to deal with urinary incontinence. For many women, sneezing, coughing, laughing or having sex—during and after pregnancy—is enough to trigger a leak. Why does this happen and what can we do about it? Here are some answers: [...]
My life story may sound sad and even tragic, but it’s a matter of perspective because for me, my story is a source of pride. Yes, I lived through things that no child should ever experience. But my survival and success against the odds proves that where there’s a will, there’s certainly a way. I [...]
Many women have been and will be victims of violence and sexual abuse. The lingering psychological damage of rape and abuse may be deeply rooted and the scars permanent. However, reclaiming a healthy sex life after rape and abuse is possible. SOME STATISTICS Abuse—sexual, physical, verbal, psychological, financial—is a common occurrence, and the victims are [...]
As children grow older, sexual behaviors evolve due to changes in hormonal makeup and the sexual development of the child. Consequently, an ongoing conversation about sex is imperative to prepare your teenager to approach the time in which she or he will be faced with making decisions about sex and her or his body. Additionally, [...]
The topic of sex is difficult for many women to approach, especially with their physicians. Usually, annual check-ups are packed with advice on how to lead a healthy lifestyle and control chronic diseases. But when women have concerns about their sexual health, they often fail to tell their doctors. It’s a sensitive topic, so often [...]
If you think a slim waistline is only about aesthetics, think again. Carrying extra weight on the waistline can be bad news for women. If you are apple-shaped (carrying extra weight around the waist) or pear-shaped (carrying extra weight on your hips) you could have an increased risk of suffering from heart disease—the number one [...]
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a topic no man looks forward to discussing. Yet the truth of the matter is that almost every man will encounter problems with erections and performance at least once in his lifetime. And when the time comes, it may be you who has to initiate a conversation with your guy—so here’s [...]
As mothers juggle many responsibilities, we often forget to take care of ourselves. But moms cannot afford to get sick, and the best way to stay healthy is through prevention, early intervention, and management of chronic conditions. That’s why an annual checkup is so important. WHY CHECKUPS MATTER Dr. Stuart Pickell, internal medicine doctor and [...]
After divorce, it is expected that both parties will go on with their lives, and this may include starting new relationships and possibly remarrying. Stepmoms have been demonized throughout history and through children’s stories. (Cinderella, anyone?) Many women feel uneasy with the idea of sending their children off to their ex-husband’s house with his new [...]
