It’s no secret that, in general, men are more sexually driven. For women, our sexual desire is more complicated than the mere physical part. Most of us require a real connection, mentally, for starters. It’s because of this very gender difference that many women dismiss the fact that they’re just not interested in climbing in […]
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Ladies, we’re different from the fellas. Mentally, emotionally, physically – the list goes on. One of our more important differences is the guidelines in place for optimal health, specifically when it comes to the risks of suffering a stroke. Though we share many of the same risks as men when it comes to strokes, we
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Would it surprise you to learn that the average woman today has her first child before marriage? Far from the statistics of previous generations, single parenthood is becoming the new norm, according to a new publication by Brookings Institution’s Isabel Sawhill. What used to be a symptom of divorce, lack of education or class status,
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When it comes to maintaining our youthfulness and vibrancy, we commonly focus on healthy diets, making sure we stay active, and of course, skin care and beauty products (and perhaps a little cosmetic pick-me-up such as Botox – don’t worry, we won’t tell!). We spend time and money to look and feel our best and
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If you’ve been paying attention to the media lately, it’s likely that you’ve been hearing and reading a lot of stories regarding domestic abuse and domestic violence. With hashtags and campaigns such as #WhyIStayed, this very serious issue has received some well-deserved attention and even encouraged women to take a stand for themselves. While it
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At the Women’s Wellness Institute of Dallas, we are all about healthy, empowered women, so it should come as no surprise that a healthy sex life and proper sexual education are an important part of that equation. There’s only one catch to that: many women are embarrassed to ask their doctor the pressing questions they’re
When life gets hectic, getting busy in the bedroom is often the last thing on our to-do lists. Managing career, family, finances and fitness routines can be overwhelming to the point of exhaustion, and once the apathy for arousal sets in, it can be a challenge to regain interest. What if we told you an
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Most women know the importance of a healthy diet and regular physical activity as it relates to our physical appearance. We strive to feel stronger, look trimmer, and overall be better versions of ourselves. However, most women do not realize that a healthy diet and exercise will reduce their risk of cancer, and may even
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So you’ve had a busy day or week, and you’re finally home and able to kick those heels off and relax. For many, this means enjoying a glass of wine or another favorite libation. Or maybe your personal reward is brunch with gal pals or happy hour with friends – hey, why not? After all,
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OK, ladies, let’s talk about our tickers. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women (claiming seven times as many lives as breast cancer!), and many women are completely unaware of their heart health or lack thereof. We know this information sounds grim, but there’s good news: you are in control with the
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To maintain a clean bill of health, we all must endure some rather unpleasant routine exams. If you ask any woman, she’d likely agree that mammograms are high on that list! Alas, when it’s a matter of a potential life-saving screening test, we must put on our big girl pants and submit our breasts to
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OK, ladies, it’s time for some serious girl talk. Most of you have heard of the ‘trend’ in aesthetic vaginal rejuvenation by now. In her well-known book release, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, Brandi Glanville, openly discusses her decision, and the subsequent rewards, to pursue this procedure. A contender for the legitimacy of this
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