As a woman, one of my consistent struggles is keeping track of my bra size. It seems that by a certain age that a woman would know her ... Read More
Womens Health
How One Doctor Is Empowering Women to Take Back Control of Their Bodies
When it comes to women’s health, few topics are as deeply personal—or as widely misunderstood—as the hysterectomy. For generations, ... Read More
The Feminine Hygiene Industry Ignored Black Women — So She Built Her Own
Dr. Tomeka Roberts isn’t just an OB-GYN — she’s a force in women’s healthcare. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, she’s spent over two decades ... Read More
Black Women with BBLs May Have a Smell; Here’s Why
The Brazilian butt lift surgery or BBL is defined by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery as 'a specialized fat transfer procedure that ... Read More
The End of the Pap Smear? This New Device Could Change How We Screen for Cancer
Pap smears have long been the standard for cervical cancer screening, but they’re no one’s idea of fun. The speculum, the scraping, the ... Read More
15 Fittest Celebrity Black Moms
When it comes to strength, beauty, and discipline, Black women have long been redefining what it means to be fit—on their own terms. You've ... Read More
Menopause Symptoms: What To Expect
Menopause is a natural transition in a woman's life, but its symptoms can vary widely depending on age and stage. From early signs to ... Read More
What You Need to Know About Super Gonorrhea
When something is referred to as "super," it's usually better (i.e. super man, super size, super tasty, etc). But according to the World ... Read More
When Should You REALLY Start Worrying About Infertility?
Infertility, a challenge faced by a significant number of couples worldwide, often remains shrouded in silence and misinformation. According ... Read More
3 Reasons Why Black Women Are Living Longer
For years, the public has bought into the notion that the Black community is at risk of several health fatalities. Science even argues that ... Read More
Postpartum Hemorrhage: The Silent Killer Affecting Black Mothers
Every year, thousands of women across the U.S. face life-threatening complications during and after childbirth. At the forefront of this ... Read More
Wax Off? Brazilian Waxing Linked To High STD Risk
Getting a Brazilian wax or participating in similar forms of personal grooming may be all the rage, but they come with a heightened risk of ... Read More