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One of the most interesting parts of working in marketing for a sexual wellness salesman are the demonstration meetings. Sex toy manufacturers regularly reach out to introduce new innovations, hoping to feature their new products on your site. An hour on Zoom exploring games that run the gamut, buzzy, noisy, quiet. Things you would never have thought of on your own. Beyond breaking up a mundane workday, these meetings serve a real purpose: they keep industry experts informed about emerging technologies and products that consumers are increasingly interested in. It’s a reminder that the sex toy industry is constantly evolving,…

Anna is a hypnobirthing teacher, EFT practitioner and author with a deep passion for women’s health, birth and the forgotten rites of passage that shape our lives. Her work combines research, advocacy and circular wisdom to support women from menarche to menopause. Through its platform Rights and ritualscreates spaces for informed choice, integrated healing, and honest conversations about birth and motherhood. Here, she talks to The Natural Parent magazine about the inspiration behind her work, her biggest breakthrough, the challenges she’s overcome along the way, and her hopes and dreams for the future. The passion: What inspired you to…

If you’re feeling low on energy, experiencing digestive symptoms, or noticing changes in your hormones or metabolism, you’re not alone (and a nutritionist may be able to help!). Many people start looking for an anti-inflammatory reset, hoping for a simple list of foods to eat or avoid. But inflammation is more subtle than that. Inflammation is not inherently “bad.” It’s a normal, protective response. The goal is not to eliminate it, but to support how your body manages it over time. An effective anti-inflammatory reset focuses on daily patterns rather than quick fixes. It’s more work, but it will help…

People with opioid use disorder (OUD) are at increased risk of contracting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). While there are effective interventions that can significantly reduce the incidence of HIV and opioid overdose, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), many patients still face barriers to accessing and staying in care. At Boston Medical Center (BMC), Alyssa Tilhou, MD, PhD, vice president of research in family medicine, is working to change that through a new care delivery platform designed to facilitate access to and retention of evidence-based treatment. Based on her experience as a specialist…

For women, having a healthy reproductive system is not only important for childbearing. It is also imperative for overall health, including emotional well-being, bone strength, cardiovascular health, immune system, pelvic healthand aging. Your reproductive system is closely related to your hormones, which essentially control many of your bodily functions. Bottom line? Having a healthy reproductive system is vital for many different parts of the body. Today, we’re going to look at the various ways a healthy reproductive system contributes to a healthier you, as well as ways you can keep your reproductive system healthy. Here are 8 different ways your…

Skin barrier health tiles may sound like a science-heavy topic, but if you’ve ever dealt with dry, tight, sensitive, or easily irritated skin, this one ingredient is worth understanding. The word ceramides often appears in the ingredient list of moisturizers, cleansers, serums, and barrier creams. It sounds important, but also a little mysterious, like something out of chemistry class. But don’t worry – it’s not complicated. Ceramides play a big role in keeping your skin soft, smooth and protected. What role exactly? Think of your skin barrier as the outer wall of your skin. It helps lock in moisture and…

Creatine is trending, but most of the research isn’t on women, especially those on a plant-based diet. See what it actually does, what the research says, and whether you really need it for performance, recovery, or muscle support. Creatine is everywhere right now — on social media, at your gym, and maybe even in your group chat. But if you’re a woman—especially a plant-based athlete—most of the advice you hear isn’t actually designed for you. This is because the majority of research on creatine has been done on men. However, the recommendations are often broadly applied, without much nuance for…

I’m sharing a collection of recent outfits that I love! I was a Rent the Runway Unlimited member for years. I like to think it helps me shop less. The verdict is still out on whether this is true or not. If you want to try it, you can get 50% off here. I love it for travel and events! Hello hello! what are you doing I hope you had a lovely week. Today is full of appointments with my favorite clients and I’m also putting the finishing touches on tomorrow’s workshop. It’s not too late to grab a spot…

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Okayama University in Japan have developed and tested in mice a promising new formulation of eye drops to treat dry eye. The team reports Research Ophthalmology & Optical Science that the treatment significantly reduced the typical features of dry eye, such as inflammation, damage to the eye’s surface, and loss of goblet cells, which produce factors that help stabilize tears and lubricate the eye. The findings support human studies to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of this treatment that could potentially benefit millions of people with dry eye. Dry eye is a…

Learning that you may have a disease like lung cancer is scary. Fortunately, there are surgical options for diagnosing and treating it minimally invasive. This means they only involve tiny incisions and you recover much faster compared to traditional or open surgery. Understanding a few different types of minimally invasive procedures and how they help people with lung cancer and other conditions can help you feel less stressed about what you’re facing. Common minimally invasive procedures A minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat a wide variety of health problems is the introspection. During an endoscopy, your healthcare provider…