Ovulation is the process wherein the ovary releases a mature egg cell — this sets the stage for fertilization! The egg cell travels through the fallopian tube, where it can possibly meet a sperm cell. This is also why ovulation is also known as your fertile days because this is the time where pregnancy is […]
Ladies, you sure got worried when you experienced spotting on days when you’re not yet supposed to have your period. That could be ovulation bleeding. […]
Learning more about sexuality will surely make you encounter the word “testosterone”, especially when talking about male-oriented topics. Testosterone is a hormone that all humans, male or female, develop in their body which primarily helps with growth and development. In men, this hormone is produced in their testicles. In women, this hormone is produced in […]
Everyone has what are called “male” and “female” sex hormones. They are natural substances produced by the body. Sex hormones play an important role in sexual development, reproduction, and general health, by relaying messages between cells and organs to carry out different bodily functions. Read on to understand the female sex hormones and what they […]
Some women perceive menstruating as a very uncomfortable experience, while others look at it as a natural cleansing process. Every woman may have a different view towards menstruation, but surely all women want to have a mess-free period, and a fresh and comfortable day. Just as brushing your teeth and washing your hands are essential […]
PMS stands for premenstrual syndrome, and it’s caused by changes in the body’s hormonal levels. It refers to the emotional and physical symptoms that a lot of women normally experience two weeks before their monthly period, and disappears once their period beings. Some women don’t have any signs of PMS or only have very mild […]
There’s nothing to worry about if your menstrual cycle is irregular from time to time. But do you know when you should already be concerned and keep a watchful eye? […]
A pregnancy will only be possible when the sperm cell and egg cell meet. Sounds simple, but the entire process is much more complicated than that. There are a lot of things going on in the body for a pregnancy to happen. It takes around two to three weeks after sex for a pregnancy to […]
What’s Causing Unusual Spotting And Bleeding? Spotting refers to light vaginal bleeding when you don’t have your period. This is also called intermenstrual bleeding, wherein spotting or bleeding between your normal periods. A lot of women experience intermenstrual bleeding. It shouldn’t be a cause of concern in most cases, but sometimes it’s a sign of […]
Period blood may not be the best view to have. More so if they come with blood clots! You’ve most likely experienced menstrual clots at some point of your life — and maybe you’ve also wondered whether something’s wrong with you. Menstrual clots are normal and rarely a cause for concern. Why do clots happen? […]
