Menstrual cramps need no introduction. They are so common. And yet, there is an air of dismissiveness in how our society views and treats menstrual pain. This lead me to look up the statistics regarding period pain that has no other cause such as cramps from endometriosis or PCOS. Menstrual cramping of this type is known as primary dysmenorrhea. According to a study done in 2017, incidences of ... Read More

Postpartum depression (PPD) affects up to 20% of mothers. It has long term psychological effects on the mother and can lead to developmental issues for the child. Many new mothers are left to cope on their own because loved ones and medical professionals sometimes underestimate its impact. Even as a country, the United States is the only advanced economy that doesn't mandate paid maternity ... Read More