Tampa (BLOOM) – If you’re a woman, understanding your reproductive health is key to maintaining your overall well-being. Whether you’re considering starting a family or simply want to learn more about ...

Eggs pop out of ovaries. But what propels them has been unknown. Now, researchers from the University of Connecticut explain in an article published in the September 18 issue of the Proceedings of the ...

Most sex-ed programs cover the basics of conception, but when it comes to ovulation, many are left in the dark. And even if you were lucky enough to learn about ovulation in school, it's typically not ...

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Getting your period every month may feel like reassurance that your fertility is on track, but that’s not always the full ...

Ovulation is when you're most fertile and typically occurs halfway through your menstrual cycle. Ovulation symptoms include spotting, pain, and changes in cervical mucus and body temperature. Track ...

The body triggers the release of an egg from the ovaries. Once that egg starts its journey towards the uterus, it only stays viable for 1 day. However, sperm can live in the uterus and fallopian tubes ...

A miscarriage can be an emotionally and physically overwhelming experience. For many women, the desire to conceive again is strong, but what happens if you don’t get your period before trying to get ...

Headache and migraine are common conditions with a wide variety of causes. It isn‘t unusual for headaches and migraine to be linked to your periods. According to 2009 research that grouped ...

Ovulation pain is common and affects about 40% of people who ovulate. You may have mild ovulation pain, but see a doctor if it is severe or comes with other symptoms. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain ...