Maegan Boutot

When a miscarriage occurs very early in pregnancy, it can be difficult to tell the difference between a miscarriage and...

It’s quite common to miss birth control pills. What to do depends on what kind of pill you take— the...

Sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) is a protein that helps to keep your hormones in balance.

Hormones are the messengers of the body, telling it how to breathe and grow.

Getting to know our hormones.

Getting to know our hormones.

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

Getting to know our hormones.

Synthetic estrogens are used in hormonal birth control, menopause therapy, and more. Here’s how they're made, what you should know...

Most American and European women will use at least one form of hormonal contraceptive.

There is a lot of discussion about birth control and cancer. Here’s what you should know.

The details we don't learn in school are pretty fascinating.

Free bleeding is the practice of menstruating without blocking or collecting the period flow. Here’s why people do it.

FAMs used in conjunction with other forms of contraception, such as condoms or spermicide, can decrease the risk of getting...

Everything you should know.

What it is, and how to know if you’re experiencing it.

A 2017 study shows that premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) might be linked to linked to observable genetic behavior within cells.

Everyone experiences stress, and for many it’s not an enjoyable experience.

A happy sex life is an important part of a fulfilling life.

Most people report that some female orgasms are better than others. Clitoral stimulation, orgasms during sleep, exercise-induced orgasms, and more.

How to know when it’s happening.

It was once thought to have a high association with developing some forms of cancer. But the latest research has...

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

There might be a connection between your menstrual cycle and your headaches.

Tracking symptoms throughout your menstrual cycle can help you understand your experience of PMS.

During the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, people tend to have higher levels of antibodies.

You may have heard about TSS, and know that it has something to do with tampons. Fortunately, it’s rare.