Laurie Ray, DNP

What is "normal" vaginal discharge? Everything you need to know, from color, to consistency, to odor.

The menstrual cycle is more than just your period—it’s the rhythmic changes of the your reproductive system.

Understanding the cycle is important for your overall health. We break down the phases and hormones of the menstrual cycle.

While unpredictable cycles can make it harder to predict ovulation, it is possible.

The best way to work around PMS is to figure out your unique patterns.

From getting a good bra to trying meditation, find out what you can do to relieve the discomfort.

Fetus or baby? Why language around pregnancy matters

Many people believe that hormonal birth control causes weight gain, but the research is not so clear cut. Here's how...

Even though the infections are common, knowledge about them may not be. Did you know the majority of STIs have...

Lumps, pain, and nipple discharge. What's normal and what you should get checked out.

Is it painful to have an implant inserted? Will the implant get lost inside of me? Will the implant affect...

Here’s what the research says on every method.

How different types of hormonal birth control may affect your skin and hair.

Researchers measure how well a birth control method works in two ways: perfect-use and typical-use.

The coronavirus pandemic might impact how you can access birth control. Here’s the latest information on contraceptive access during coronavirus...

Getting to know our hormones.

People with menstrual pain often look for other alternatives to painkillers and birth control.

People with PCOS are about 3 times more likely to experience depression and anxiety

Getting pregnant when you have PCOS can be a challenge, but treatments are available to help.

Some say hormonal birth control negatively affected their mood, making them feel depressed, anxious, or irritable. You may also hear...

How the past affects present day obstetrics

Whether you’re undergoing hormone therapy or not, here’s what you need to know about preventing pregnancy.

How testosterone, top surgery, and binding affect breast cancer risk.

Most antibiotics will not interfere with your hormonal birth control method. Here’s what you need about rifampin, which can make...

How androgens, like testosterone, affect everything from menstrual cycles to libido, and how to know if your levels are normal....

Hormonal birth control is very effective, especially when used consistently and as prescribed. But human error, among other factors, can...

Progestins are synthetic forms of the body’s naturally-occurring hormone progesterone.

Is it painful to have an IUD inserted? Can an IUD get lost inside of me? Your questions about...