Do you experience acne during your cycle? Painful cramping? Missed or inconsistent periods? All of these symptoms can be a sign that your hormones may be slightly out of balance (because your period doesn’t have to be the worst few days of your month). While our body does an incredible job of orchestrating the symphony… Read More
Let’s get this out of the way up front: This isn’t an article bashing birth control, because the way you choose to maintain and control your fertility is up to you. However, it’s also important to be an educated advocate for your own health. When you’re having that conversation with your provider about what birth… Read More
Just diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and not sure where to start? We’re here for you! While PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders for women of reproductive age, integrative treatment options are not well understood. This often makes women with PCOS fearful about the future of their hormonal health and fertility.… Read More
If you are one of the many women who found themselves on the birth control pill at a young age for any reason other than pregnancy prevention (cramps, heavy bleeding, PMS, acne, “regulating cycles”), you might find that when you’re ready to come off the pill, all of those issues come back.* Not only is… Read More
Suffering from big, painful, red, irritated bumps along your chin, jawline, and on your cheeks? Your cystic acne might not only feel unsightly, but it could also point to an underlying medication condition—PCOS. PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which is a hormonal condition that can affect more than just your ovaries and it could… Read More