One of the most common questions that we are asked when a woman comes off birth control is how to manage rebound acne. Women report feeling liberated through taking control of their reproductive health and relieved they don’t have to deal with the short and long-term side effects of birth control, but how do they […]
What is a period app? A period or fertility app is intended to help a woman learn what a healthy cycle looks like from menstruation, ovulation and post-ovulation phases and get the support she needs if she detects symptoms or imbalances. Unfortunately, there is now an exploding market of thousands of period apps that […]
Hypothyroidism Statistics If a woman is facing irregular cycles, insomnia and fatigue, is it a hormonal balance or undiagnosed hypothyroidism? The answer to this is both. The most recent studies estimate that 20 million Americans have some type of thyroid disorder and 1 in 8 women will likely have a thyroid disorder in her […]
So you’re pregnant and considering abortion — we know this can be a difficult decision for many women and the staff at True Choice MC is here to help answers your questions related to the abortion pill in the state of California! Will Medicaid Pay for My Abortion Pill? Yes — Medi-Cal, California’s […]
Is Abortion Painful? Some women find abortion painful, while others might only feel discomfort. Whether or not an abortion is painful is determined by several different factors, including: ● The type of procedure used ● Complications ● The patient’s pain tolerance ● The anesthesia and pain medications used Types of Abortion Procedures The abortion procedure […]
Are you feeling backed into a corner by your partner? Pressure to decide quickly about an abortion for your unplanned pregnancy isn’t emotionally healthy. You deserve time because no one should tell you what to do. Have You Confirmed Your Pregnancy? You’d think a missed period or positive home pregnancy test would be all […]
It is time for the routine Pap smear again. As the drape goes on and I place my feet in the stirrups, I remember, it is not the procedure I dread, but the conversation at the end. It always starts off so well -lots of small talk- and then, the same question is asked […]
Maybe you’re set on getting an abortion and nervous about telling your partner. Though you are legally not required to get your partner’s consent before an abortion, you should consider hearing their thoughts beforehand. 1. Listen to Your Partner’s Insight It can be difficult to be on the same page as your partner, […]
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been a public health issue for many years, affecting millions of individuals annually. Sadly, in recent years, the incidence of STIs has risen to record highs, which is worrying as STIs can have severe health consequences, including infertility, chronic pain, and even death. What are the reasons behind the […]
These days there are so many life events thatcan adversely affect our mental health. Everything from a pandemic to political division can leave us feeling anxious. Even pregnancy has the potential to cause depression in some women. We want you to know that you are not alone if you are pregnant and feeling emotionally […]
