New mommy? Oh, the happiness with that bundle of joy in your arms! But sigh! On your toes 24 x 7 x 365? Tiring, right, even though you’d never admit it! There are days when you have to hold your baby all the time, pacing the floor. I’ve been there, too! Do your shoulders and neck and back feel stiff from holding your baby? Of course, they do! Since there’s…
Breast cancer remains one of the principal causes of untimely deaths among women around the world. It is a dreaded disease that can shatter anyone’s spirit. Even though the word ‘cancer’ is enough to instill fear, remember, it is highly manageable if diagnosed in the early stages. In today’s world, it is natural to be concerned about cancer because of the rising number of cases. People do all sorts of…
Vitamins are essential for overall health and ensuring that you get enough in the daily recommended intake (DRI) can often be a challenge. While it is easy to get the necessary quota with a healthy, balanced, diet, some women might still need vitamin supplements. Also, although there are common dietary recommendations for men and women, when it comes to vitamins, women’s needs are different. Vitamins and micro nutrients are crucial…
It is that time of year again, when I have to go for my annual health check. I like to do it in March because I feel good about showing myself some self-care as International Women’s Day approaches, especially after my Mom passed away in 2010. I always imagine her nagging me to make the appointment, as I might postpone it otherwise. Now that I am in my 50s, and…
Women lead busy lives – we work, we look after the home, we take care of our children’s needs. And the responsibilities? They just seem to pile up all the time. With these daily demands, every woman wishes to have a healthy life, with little or no effort, preferably. I have lost track of the number of times I’ve meant to note down and keep track of my periods and…