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Very light bleeding halfway through your cycle is common and usually harmless
Hormonal changes during your period, pregnancy and more can contribute to hives
A little caffeine is OK during pregnancy, but it’s best to limit consumption of coffee and other caffeinated items
Sushi made with raw or undercooked fish should be avoided, but other types are OK
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Most fibroids don’t affect fertility — but some can, depending on their size and location
Cravings are a natural response to hormonal changes, but giving into them may make you feel worse
It’s important to angle it toward your rectum or back, along the natural curve of your vaginal canal
To help manage symptoms, switch to more absorbent period products, make healthy lifestyle changes and explore treatment options
Yes, you can pee with a tampon in; no, they won’t stretch out your vagina or make cramps worse!
Estrogen loss contributes to bone loss, which significantly raises your risk of osteopenia and osteoporosis
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