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6 ways to assess progress in labour
Keep in mind every body and every birth is different 😁 If baby is not in a good position, this can alter the pattern and intensity of contractions, which in turn lots of these signs. Even when you guess right, birth is a dynamic process that has the potential to change in an instant. ❤
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)6 months ago in Viva
Mental Load and Burnout in Women: The Invisible Weight You Carry
The mental load is an invisible force. You don’t see it, yet it shapes how you feel, act, and live. For many women, it is the unrelenting hum in the background of life — the constant awareness of what needs to be done, remembered, planned, and prepared. Over time, that hum can turn into a roar, leading to exhaustion that seeps into every part of your day. This is burnout, and it’s far more than simply “feeling tired.”
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
5 Things You Should Know About Dating a Sex Worker
Dating is complicated enough as it is. Add sex work into the mix, and it comes with an extra set of challenges, assumptions, and misunderstandings. While people are becoming more open-minded about sex work, there’s still a lot of stigma—and dating a sex worker isn’t for everyone.
By No One’s Daughter6 months ago in Viva
Women’s Gut Health: How Hormones Affect Digestion
Gut health has become a hot topic in recent years, but for women, it’s not just about probiotics and fiber. Hormones—those chemical messengers that influence everything from mood to metabolism—also play a major role in how the digestive system works. If your digestion feels unpredictable at certain times of the month, or your gut symptoms flare during pregnancy or menopause, hormones could be the hidden trigger.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
5 Life Lessons I Learned Watching Yellowstone
When I first started watching Yellowstone, I thought I was signing up for a series about cowboys, cattle, and sweeping views of Montana. And while I got all of that in abundance, I also walked away with something far more valuable: life lessons wrapped in the chaos, grit, and beauty of the Dutton family’s world.
By No One’s Daughter6 months ago in Viva
What Does Breast Pain Really Mean? When to Worry and When Not To
Breast pain is one of those symptoms that can trigger instant anxiety. For some, it’s a dull ache that comes and goes. For others, it’s a sharp, burning sensation that seems to appear out of nowhere. The mind often leaps to worst-case scenarios. But here’s the truth: most breast pain is not linked to breast cancer. Still, it’s not something to brush aside without understanding its cause.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
Why I Just Joined the “We Do Not Care Club”
This morning, I discovered the “We Do not Care Club,” inadvertently started by Just Being Melani. It’s sort of an unofficial club for women who have entered the perimenopausal era of their lives. You know, the beginning of the time in life when “women of a certain age” discover how tired they are, and how tired of being tired they are.
By Suzy Jacobson Cherry6 months ago in Viva
UTIs in Women: Why They Keep Coming Back and How to Stop Them
For many women, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more than just a one-time problem. They become a frustrating cycle — a few days of relief, followed by burning, urgency, and discomfort all over again. This revolving door of symptoms can feel endless, leading not only to physical discomfort but also to emotional exhaustion.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Viva
