When Mikael Cummings, a 25-year-old entrepreneur in Brooklyn, discovered he was going to become a father in March, he experienced a rush of excitement. However, after his daughter was born, those feelings were quickly replaced by fear, anxiety, and stress, which had a significant impact on his physical and mental well-being. It also affected his …
As the chair of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at UT Southwestern Medicine, Catherine Spong has a unique perspective on the patterns of childbirth. While she’s used to seeing many pregnant women, she’s particularly intrigued by the “summer surge” in births that occurs at her hospital and is observed across the country. This surge …
Fans of popular YouTuber Eugenia Cooney have expressed concern after a TikTok video she posted on her social media page. The video, which has gained over 16.8 million views since July 21, shows Cooney wearing a full hot pink outfit inspired by the movie “Barbie.” In the caption, Cooney, known for her fashion content on …
The internet has given rise to a scapegoat for mysterious medical symptoms in women: hormone imbalances. Whether it’s chronic fatigue, hair loss, brain fog, or a dwindling sex drive, women are quick to blame their out-of-whack endocrine system. Self-proclaimed hormone “gurus” and health coaches flood social media with advice, and the hashtag #hormoneimbalance has garnered …
CNN CNN Tennis star Naomi Osaka made a surprising announcement on Wednesday, revealing her pregnancy through a social media post of her ultrasound scan. Reflecting on her journey, the four-time major champion expressed that challenging times can also be the most enjoyable in life. During her break from tennis, Osaka discovered a newfound love and …