Your Guide to Masturbation
Masturbation is the self-stimulation of the genitals to achieve sexual arousal and pleasure, usually to the point of orgasm (sexual climax). It is commonly done by touching,…
Do You Really Know About the Male Reproductive System?
What Is the Male Reproductive System? The male reproductive system refers to the organs involved in sexual function and in the production of children in men or…
The Female Reproductive System
What Is the Female Reproductive System? The female reproductive system is designed to carry out several functions. It produces the female egg cells, called the ova or…
Your Guide to the Sexual Response Cycle
The sexual response cycle refers to the sequence of physical and emotional changes that occur as a person becomes sexually aroused and participates in sexually stimulating activities,…
What Is Preeclampsia and What Are the Warning Signs?
What Is Preeclampsia? Preeclampsia, formerly called toxemia, happens when you’re pregnant and have high blood pressure, too much protein in your pee, and also swelling in your legs,…
Abdominal Separation (Diastasis Recti)
“Diastasis recti” means your belly sticks out because the space between your left and right belly muscles has widened. You might call it a “pooch.” It’s very…
Bleeding During Pregnancy: Causes, Trimesters, and Warning Signs
Bleeding during pregnancy is common, especially during the first trimester. Usually, it’s not a cause for concern. But because bleeding can sometimes be a sign of something…
Anemia in Pregnancy
When you’re pregnant, you may develop anemia. When you have anemia, your blood doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your tissues and…
How Can I Handle My Labor Pain?
There are a lot of things to think about if you’re expecting a baby. One big one is what labor is going to be like. How do…
Stages of Labor
What Are the Stages of Labor? Labor is the body’s natural process of childbirth. It lasts on average 12 to 24 hours for a first birth. Usually,…