Women’s Health

woman in chair hunched over in pain due to recurrent urinary tract infection

What Makes It A Recurrent UTI?

Fornati Bedell MD September 3, 2026

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infections affecting women. A UTI occurs when bacteria enter the urinary tract and multiply. A recurrent UTI is generally defined as having two documented UTIs within six months or three within one year. Approximately 30% to 40% of women who experience a UTI will go on to have recurrent infections. The most common bacteria associated with recurrent UTIs is E. coli.

working out equipment around a calendar of a month cycle syncing

Cycle Syncing Your Workouts Myths

Jackie Dallas MD August 30, 2026

There is an interesting trend in the wellness space right now… Cycle Syncing, the practice of adjusting your diet, exercise routine, and daily habits to match the four phases of your menstrual cycle. But when a well intentioned concept turns into a rigid set of rules that makes you feel anxious about missing a workout or doing the wrong kind of exercise it is time to look at what the science actually says.

woman covering her private area and holding medications pills in other hand

Are Your Medications Causing Vaginal Dryness?

Alexandra Dubinskaya MD August 27, 2026

Vaginal dryness is very common and something many women experience, but few feel comfortable talking about. Whether you’re in your 20s or navigating menopause, if you’re noticing discomfort during intimacy, itching, or irritation that wasn’t there before, you’re not alone. There can be many different causes for vaginal dryness, and one often-overlooked cause? Medications.

Woman with postpartum depression sitting with her head in her hand by baby bassinet crib

It’s About Time We Talked About Postpartum Depression

Jackie Dallas MD August 23, 2026

Postpartum depression is one of the most common complications of childbearing, affecting nearly one in five new mothers, but there is still a stigma surrounding it which has discouraged open conversation to devastating effect. Society might expect that women should embrace the transition into motherhood, but the reality for many mothers is that it can feel like an inexplicable hollow ache or resentful detachment, leading to persistent anxiety or intrusive thoughts. Postpartum depression is a genuine, biologically driven medical condition, and it does not mean you are broken, you are not a bad mother, and you are certainly not alone.

woman holding abdomen with chronic pelvic pain from pelvic congestion syndrome

What is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

Kai Dallas MD August 20, 2026

One of the most underdiagnosed conditions I see in pelvic health is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, or PCS. To understand PCS, it helps to think about varicose veins, which many people are familiar with seeing in the legs. In simple terms, pelvic congestion syndrome is essentially varicose veins of the pelvis.

Postmenopausal Bleeding: With Updated 2026 Guidelines

Katherine Choi MD August 6, 2026

Seeing blood in your underwear after you thought you were completely done with periods can be unexpected. Some women may brush it off as nothing to worry about, while for others, it may bring up an immediate wave of anxiety. In either case, the most important next step is to get it evaluated, whether it is a month after menopause or 10 years later. But I want you to take a deep breath and know that while postmenopausal bleeding is something that always requires a prompt medical check, it does not automatically mean something terrible is happening.

Scientifically Proven Benefits of Good Sex

Alexandra Dubinskaya MD July 22, 2026

For generations, women have been conditioned to view intimacy as a duty or climax as a luxury, something frivolous that we can put on the back burner while we handle the rest of our chaotic lives. We might even feel a little bit of guilt or taboo just for thinking about it. But as a doctor who cares deeply about your total well-being, I want to reframe this completely. The joy and pleasure that comes from sexual satisfaction are not just optional extras. They are actually scientifically proven to be a core foundation of your biological health.

Infertility: When Trying to Conceive Naturally Isn’t Working

Jackie Dallas MD July 19, 2026

When you start the journey of trying to grow your family, you expect it to be an exciting, intimate chapter. But for many couples, months of negative pregnancy tests can turn that excitement into a heavy, isolating quiet. If trying to conceive naturally isn’t working and you are sitting in that space right now, please know that you are not alone, and infertility does not mean your dream of having a baby is out of reach.

Practical Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Busy Women

Stephanie Joyce MD July 9, 2026

Post-operative recovery is a whole-body journey that goes far deeper than a healing incision. For the modern woman, balancing surgical restrictions with career demands and household expectations can be overwhelming, especially without a partner to lean on. This guide offers practical advice to help you prep ahead, delegate tasks, and protect your energy so you can navigate your post-surgery recovery smoothly and without complications.

How to Self-Advocate at a Doctor Appointment (and a list of resources)

Kai Dallas MD July 2, 2026

Self-advocating for your health is hard. When a doctor has only fifteen minutes to see you, it is not always a lack of empathy on their part, but rather a structural constraint that forces them to sprint through a checklist. It is far from ideal, but unfortunately, the reality of a broken system. To make sure your concerns are heard and taken seriously, you have to approach your appointment with a strategy. Here are some practical tips to help navigate your next visit to the doctor’s office. (And a list of healthcare resources at the end!)

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What Makes It A Recurrent UTI?

Cycle Syncing Your Workouts Myths

Are Your Medications Causing Vaginal Dryness?

It’s About Time We Talked About Postpartum Depression

What is Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

Postmenopausal Bleeding: With Updated 2026 Guidelines

Scientifically Proven Benefits of Good Sex

Infertility: When Trying to Conceive Naturally Isn’t Working

Practical Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Busy Women

How to Self-Advocate at a Doctor Appointment (and a list of resources)

Hello! I am Jackie Dallas

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