by Jaelin Stickels, CNM, WHNP | Sep 17, 2024 | Women’s Health & Wellness
Over the past few decades, we’ve seen progress in including more women in clinical trials—a long-overdue shift after years of male-dominated research. However, while more women are being represented in clinical studies, a major issue persists: many studies still fail...
by Jaelin Stickels, CNM, WHNP | Sep 9, 2024 | Women’s Health & Wellness
As someone who has talked to countless women about their health issues and who has helped more than 700 women bring their babies into the world, I’ve seen firsthand how concerns about vaginal changes after childbirth, aging, or menopause can weigh heavily on women. I...
by Jaelin Stickels, CNM, WHNP | Sep 6, 2024 | Postpartum & Motherhood, Pregnancy & Childbirth
In a developed and resourceful country like the United States, it’s difficult to imagine that we are experiencing a maternal health crisis. However, that is the reality we face, with maternal mortality rates not just rising but reaching alarming levels....
by Jaelin Stickels, CNM, WHNP | Sep 4, 2024 | Holistic Health & Alternatives, Women’s Health & Wellness
Sex myths have influenced our understanding of intimacy and sexual health for generations. However, many of these misconceptions do not hold up under scientific scrutiny. Whether it involves pregnancy risks, misconceptions about orgasms, or the impact of sex on...
by Jaelin Stickels, CNM, WHNP | Sep 3, 2024 | Pregnancy & Childbirth
Navigating food safety during pregnancy can feel like tiptoeing through a culinary minefield. I’ll be honest—sausage isn’t really my thing. But if you enjoy it, you might wonder, Can I still eat sausage while pregnant? The answer is yes but with a few important...
