Your hormones are responsible for everything in your body - from growth, mood, and behavior, to digestion and fertility and even the quality of your skin. Your skin changes in response to hormones, and this is especially true for estrogen. The hormone estrogen is associated with increased collagen production, skin hydration, skin thickness, wound healing, and improved function of … [Read more...]
You’ve probably heard that many things can happen to your vagina after you give birth, but for some reason, nobody likes to talk about postnatal vaginal dryness! So let's do just that. Postnatal vaginal dryness is a very common condition amongst new mothers. One symptom of vaginal dryness is uncomfortable or painful sex. The vagina can also become inflamed, which may cause burning and … [Read more...]
Are you in Perimenopause (or think you might be) and totally unsure on exactly how you should be using our Femcare products? Allow us to assist! First of all, what is Perimenopause? Perimenopause is defined as the period leading up to menopause and can start as early as the mid-30s to early 40s. It’s a time defined by hormonal fluctuations and irregular periods. Here are some ideas on how … [Read more...]
I never thought it would happen to me My husband left me for a younger woman. It’s such a cliche. I never imagined that it would happen to me after we raised 2 beautiful children together. We had our differences but always made up before going to bed so I thought things were good. After I found out about my husband’s cheating and I confronted him, his first words to me were, “I … [Read more...]
Since we first formulated Mae - a process that took 2 years - we have learned so much more about our product including how health professionals are recommending its usage and how women are using it. We’re passing on some of the top 3 tips that we have learned from our collaborators and customers. Tip #1 Many pelvic health professionals have told us that they recommend a “bolus” of Mae usage … [Read more...]
Originally posted on enoughbeatingaroundthebush on February 17, 2015 Michelle Fraser, PT, BA, BScPT, FCAMPT, CYT, MEd and Chia Chia Sun, BSc, MSc, MBA For decades doctors, trainers, therapists, you name it, have been hammering away at women that if they want a strong pelvic floor, they MUST do their kegels. However, there is a much healthier and safer way to develop the pelvic … [Read more...]
Explanations for fatigue and energy levels in perimenopause and menopause. You used to be an awesome sleeper, the type of woman that could sleep through just about anything and have felt well rested in the day.. But now, in your transitioning years, things have become different. You find that on days when you sleep less, it’s really hard to make up for the lost hours. And on top you got … [Read more...]
Chemical preservatives have been shown to disrupt hormone function in animals. However, recently, there has been a study confirming the same disruptions involving human tissues. Should we care about this study? Well it depends - but if your health is important to you or if you are concerned about your health issues that can result from chemical preservatives - The answer is yes: The Cedars … [Read more...]
Vaginal dryness affects 85% of women. While it can occur at any age, it is much common with women going through menopause and perimenopause. Normally, the vaginal walls are hydrated by a thin layer of clear, odorless fluid. Estrogen influences the pH of the vagina and vaginal secretions. Without enough moisture, vaginal tissue becomes fragile and has the propensity to tear. These fragile … [Read more...]
The intricate mysteries of how to take care of your vagina and external genitalia You probably first learned about pH in middle school, when you used pH strips on different common household substances, such as baking soda, orange juice and soapy water. In your later years, chances are you haven’t thought about pH very much. But what if you learned that having the right pH in our … [Read more...]
