National Infertility Awareness Week® (NIAW) is a movement that began in 1989. The goal of NIAW is to raise awareness about the disease of infertility and encourage the public to understand their reproductive health. This year RESOLVE is urging the infertility community to spread the message “You are not alone.” Infertility impacts 1 in 8 couples of reproductive age and can be a very isolating disease to face. Just hearing “You are not alone” can help in so many ways. To participate in … [Read more...]
13 Cute Easter Self Care Thoughts to Live By
Here are 13 tips for selfcare during Easter Season: ~ Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ~ Everyone needs a friend who is all ears. ~ There’s no such thing as too much candy. ~ All work and no play can make you a basket case. ~ A cute tail attracts a lot of attention. ~ Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day. ~ Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits. ~ Some body parts should be floppy. ~ Keep your paws off of other people’s jelly beans. ~ Good things come in small, sugar … [Read more...]
5 Reasons It’s Important to Seek Help for Women’s Mental Health
Women's mental health is a critical topic that deserves attention and understanding. Recent studies have shed light on the unique challenges women face in maintaining optimal mental well-being. According to a study published in the Journal of Women's Health, women are more likely than men to experience mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Smith et al., 2022). This underscores the importance of recognizing the specific needs of women and … [Read more...]
Social Anxiety
What is Social Anxiety? Social anxiety disorder affects the lives of nearly 15 million people. It is marked by a powerful fear of negative public examination. The individual is afraid of being embarrassed or humiliated in front of others. Usually the individual’s lack of social skills perpetuates the fear. YOU are NOT ALONE The most common example of social anxiety disorder is the fear of public speaking. Other situation that can cause extreme distress include eating or drinking in … [Read more...]
Raynauds Awareness Month February
Raynauds Awareness Month takes place every February. Organized by the Raynaud's and Scleroderma Association, the month aims to awareness of these disorders and offer help and advice not only to sufferers, but to their friends and families too. You may not have heard of Raynaud's, but it's thought that 10% of women suffer from the disorders which occur when blood vessels, mostly in the hands, become over-sensitive to changes in temperature. As a result, sufferers' hands often turn blue … [Read more...]
3 Realistic Habits to Form in the New Year
Another year is coming to an end - another decade, even. This major turning point in the calendar seems to call for a major turning point in your life, right? Well, not necessarily. If you are thinking to make a New Year's resolution, think again: they have been proven not to work in the majority of cases. So, forget about making grandiose promises on New Year's Eve and breaking them a few weeks later - focus on forming new habits that will improve your life instead. You can start with … [Read more...]
Reassurance and Comfort in a Professional Care Setting
As we age or face health challenges, the need for reassurance and comfort becomes increasingly important. A professional care setting provides more than just practical support; it offers an environment where individuals feel secure, valued, and understood. Choosing the right care setting can have a profound impact on both mental and physical well-being. The Importance of Emotional Support One of the most vital aspects of professional care is emotional support. Older adults or those with … [Read more...]
Surprising Ways Women Are Strengthening Their Mental Health
You don’t need a 30-day challenge or a stack of self-help books to feel better. Some of the most meaningful mental shifts don’t begin in a workbook — they begin in the gut. As more women pull away from picture-perfect wellness culture, they’re turning toward smaller, quieter rituals. The kind you don’t post about. The kind that hold you up on a random Tuesday night when the noise won’t quit. These aren’t resolutions or regimens. They’re micro-moves that honor the fact that mental health is … [Read more...]
Five Reasons Egg Freezing May Benefit Your Present and Your Future
Many people question whether egg freezing is the right option for them. It’s not a question that can be answered objectively, since each individual’s situation is different. But here are some things to take into consideration when answering this question for yourself. You could be receiving medical treatment that may jeopardize your fertility. You may be career-oriented and want to wait to start a family. Your biological clock may be ticking, but you haven't found the right partner … [Read more...]
It May Still Be a Man’s World but You Can Succeed as a Woman – Here’s How
As women, we know how long and how hard we’ve struggled to be recognized for who we are and what we can do. Those rights weren’t won easily and the battle is ongoing to this day. As the old Virginia Slims slogan has it, “You’ve come a long way, baby,” but never lose sight of the fact that there’s a long way yet to go. Even though there are a greater number of women in high ranking positions around the world, if you were to do a study, you’d see that men still outnumber us at least 10:1, and … [Read more...]
Sexual and Reproductive Health Day – February 12 – CANADA
Sexual and Reproductive Health Day, held annually on February 12, is an opportunity to raise awareness of sexual and reproductive health issues and to educate yourself and others on how to reduce the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Sexually transmitted infections continue to be a significant and increasing public health concern. Over the past decade, reported rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and infectious syphilis have steadily increased. The majority of reported chlamydia and … [Read more...]
Why Is Dental Care Expensive and Does It Have to Be?
Dental care is often seen as one of the most expensive healthcare services, and for many, the costs associated with visiting the dentist can be a significant financial burden. From routine checkups to complex procedures like root canals or crowns, the price of dental services can quickly add up. But why is dental care so expensive, and is there any way to reduce or eliminate these costs? The High Costs of Dental Care Several factors contribute to the high cost of dental care. One of the … [Read more...]






