Rh Factor: What is it and Why Does it Matter? Has anyone ever asked you, “What’s your blood type?” If you know the answer, you might say O negative or A positive. But what does that even mean? Blood types are determined by molecules on the surface of your red blood cells. They are then classified by the absence/presence of A or B antigens and Rh... Read More
Self-Advocacy: 5 Tips on How to Speak for Yourself with Your Healthcare Provider As women, we can often face unique challenges within healthcare systems. We may feel dismissed or unheard by our providers, and these feelings have backing in research. A 2018 study identified differences in how doctors perceive pain in men and women. The study found that doctors are more likely to view men with chronic pain... Read More
Unplanned Pregnancy: Setting Healthy Boundaries “I can’t believe she got pregnant… didn’t they use birth control?” “You’re so young… Aren’t you going to finish school?” “Really? You want a home birth? Is that even safe?” It’s not easy navigating an unexpected pregnancy—any pregnancy, for that matter. On top of that, there’s the sound of other people’s opinions constantly ringing in... Read More
Abortion, Adoption, or Parenting? 4 Helpful Tools for Your Pregnancy Decision Life is full of decisions. Some decisions are easy; others are hard. Luckily, there is more and more research out there regarding how to make good decisions, whether that be in your professional or personal life. Every decision you have to make is an opportunity to grow and be empowered to take control of your... Read More
