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If you ever visit this space then you know I am nothing if not frank and honest regarding women’s health issues. Whether it’s infertility or menopause, menstruation, or digestive issues, I have no qualms sharing personal stories. Sometimes telling your story helps someone else understand they are not alone.
Many women’s health issues and symptoms are swept under the carpet, even still in 2017. Women and men can often be reluctant, even embarrassed, to discuss health issues, especially intimate health. Sometimes it’s those conversations you don’t want to have that are the most important ones. Don’t be afraid to share your stories about parenting, digestive issues and reproductive health. They can help someone else.
I am a Mom of two teenage girls. I grew up trusting Midol and I now keep it around the house should my daughters need it. In our house we are familiar with symptoms of irregularity. In fact one of my girls has used Restoralax on and off for many years. Whether its period pain or constipation, every woman occasionally needs relief from pain or constipation. And in fact sometimes it’s that time of the month when bloating and constipation go hand in hand. NO FUN!
You’ve heard that saying – no question is stupid. Well, that goes doubly for questions about women’s health. No question is stupid, and there’s no shame in asking when it comes to overall well-being.
The Things That Help Around Here:
- Everyone has been constipated at one time or other. Being constipated is not pleasant. Not only does it cause abdominal pain or discomfort, but it can also affect how you feel about yourself, especially if it leaves you feeling bloated or sluggish too. RestoraLAX®, can effectively restore your body’s natural rhythm without the side effects like cramps, bloating or gas. We have used this for years and we take it with us when you travel too. There’s nothing worse than being far from home when digestive upset hits. We don’t want anything to ruin a vacation or a media trip, so it is one of those things that goes where we go.
- Every month, women all over the world go through the discomfort of cramps, bloating, and headaches with periods. With Midol®, you can help relieve these common symptoms.
Topics that Shouldn’t be Taboo:
- Urinary incontinence is another subject that can be hard to discuss. According to CanadianContinence.ca, as many as 3.3 million Canadians (nearly 10% of the general population) experience some form of it, with 33% of women over the age of 40 experiencing symptoms. The Canadian Continence Foundation website has useful information from doctors and tips on how to manage it.
- When people think of vaginal issues, the first thought usually jumps to UTIs or yeast infections. The not-so-talked-about Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a very common occurring infection. BV can occur when the pH balance in the vagina is affected, as a high pH level allows growth of undesirable bacterial microorganisms. The main symptoms associated with BV are odour and abnormal discharge. The makers of Canesten have launched CanesBalance® to help you treat the symptoms of the infection by restoring the normal vaginal pH level and relieving abnormal vaginal discharge and odour.
- Menopause and aging are both natural processes. I wrote a series about that last year. It’s important to be able to talk frankly about menopause, so that women can find common solutions to alleviating symptoms of things like hot flashes. Menopause can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Nonetheless there are many ways you can prepare for women’s health events, such as menopause. Maintain a nutritious diet, exercise and balance stress in your life. Talk to your doctor and family/friends who may have already gone through menopause.
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Share the Word about Women’s Health Issues and Take Back Your Life:
Whatever the case or issue, make a habit out of talking about it frankly and openly. Women should never feel ashamed about discussing any aspect of their health. I’d love to hear your thoughts on these common women’s health issues.
What issue plagues you and do you talk about it?
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.