Summer is time to enjoy the warm weather, but that can be challenging for women going through menopause. Hot flashes, mood swings, and night sweats are bad enough on their own, but add heat and humidity to the mix and menopause symptoms are even harder to handle. For some women, timing a menstrual period is as simple as counting to 28 days. It’s estimated that up to one in four women experience menstrual irregularities, but when you skip your period, it doesn’t necessarily mean you're pregnant. There are many reasons besides pregnancy to account for a missed period. Pregnancy planning includes knowing how you want it to end with your ideal birth experience, and outlining your preferences provides a roadmap for delivery. Here are some steps to help you make a birth plan. Of all the things that happen once a year, an annual exam with a gynecologist probably isn’t the most thrilling item on your to-do list, but it’s important for every woman’s health. Summer is time to enjoy the warm weather, but that can be challenging for women going through menopause. Hot flashes, mood swings, and night sweats are bad enough on their own, but add heat and humidity to the mix and menopause symptoms are even harder to handle. |
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