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Robots and AI are being used to help women get pregnant. Is this the future of IVF?
Conceivable Life Sciences is automating IVF labs to make fertility care less arbitrary. Its robotic…
Blake Dodge
A single mom who made $55,000 last year working 3 jobs says she's struggling to pay the bills but doesn't qualify for SNAP or affordable health insurance
A single mom who made $55,000 last year across three jobs says she can't pay the bills and doesn't …
Jacob Zinkula
Millennial women are about to get richer, report finds
Women could inherit $80 trillion over the next 20 years from older generations, survey says. They a…
Allie Kelly
A complete guide to IUDs, the extremely effective birth control method that lasts for years
IUDs are a form of long-lasting contraception that come in two forms: hormonal and non-hormonal. He…
Erin Heger,Lauren Demosthenes
How to choose which type of emergency contraception is best for you and where to get it
When choosing a type of emergency contraception, consider your weight, whether you can get a prescr…
Elena Bruess,Olivia P. Myrick
The least and most effective types of birth control for preventing pregnancy
Birth control can be very effective at preventing pregnancy, but it's not a guarantee. Learn your r…
Cassandra Miasnikov,Lauren Demosthenes
The best ways to track your period safely and effectively
Keeping track of your period, ovulation symptoms, and PMS can help you determine when you're most f…
Erin Heger,Lauren Demosthenes
What is an ectopic pregnancy? How to recognize the warning signs and find treatment for this type of miscarriage
An ectopic pregnancy is a type of miscarriage which happens when a fertilized egg attaches outside …
Rachel MacPherson,Karen Duncan
Red flags that you have a high-risk pregnancy and what to do next
High-risk pregnancies can be caused by age, pre-existing medical conditions, or factors beyond huma…
Ariana DiValentino,Lauren Demosthenes
Period underwear is a reliable and reusable alternative to pads and tampons — here's how it works
Period underwear can be a more simple, sustainable option for menstrual hygiene because it uses fab…
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,Rosara Torrisi
You don't have to deal with a period if you don't want to how to safely stop your period with birth control
Gynecologists agree that it's safe to delay your period for even a year or more — here are th…
Ashley Laderer,Lauren Demosthenes
The types of birth control that are most and least likely to increase breast size
Some hormonal birth control options cause water retention in the breasts, which makes them larger i…
Ashley Laderer,Lauren Demosthenes
How to use a menstrual cup — and why it's a popular alternative to tampons and pads
A menstrual cup is a more sustainable, cost-effective option than pads or tampons. Here's a complet…
Madeline Kennedy,Irena Cabrera
Subtle signs that your vaginal pain could indicate a serious medical condition
Vaginal pain can be accompanied by symptoms like painful sex, burning urination, or general pelvic …
Ashley Laderer,Lauren Demosthenes
6 things can cause yeast infections, including birth control and antibiotics
If you are experiencing itching, white discharge, inflammation, and more, it could be a yeast infec…
Ashley Laderer,Lauren Demosthenes
Boils on your vagina: How to beat painful bumps
If you have a red, painful bump on your pubic mound or labia, it could be a boil— here's how to tre…
Ashley Laderer,Debra Jaliman
8 IUD side effects to know — from cramping to changes in your period
Common IUD side effects include cramping, irregular bleeding, lighter periods, or sometimes heavier…
Elena Bruess,G. Thomas Ruiz, MD
How to beat ingrown pubic hairs for good, according to dermatologists
If you keep getting painful, red bumps after shaving, you might be prone to ingrown hairs — here’s …
Ashley Laderer,Debra Jaliman
7 reasons why your nipples itch and how to treat each one
Itchy nipples can be an uncomfortable side effect of chafing, a skin condition like eczema, and mor…
Ashley Laderer,Debra Jaliman
6 reasons why you keep getting yeast infections, from antibiotic use to hygiene
If you have four or more yeast infections in a year, you could have a condition like diabetes or a …