Vaginal infections are no stranger to most women. That’s because the vagina is an ecosystem of both good bacteria and fungi that require a healthy environment to thrive. When the balance is thrown off by outside elements, or even from taking certain antibiotics, this can lead to uncomfortable conditions such as Bacterial Vaginosis, UTIs, or Yeast Infections.  If you are a chronic sufferer of vaginal infections, the good news is that most vaginal infections can be quickly and effectively treated with prescription and, in some cases, over-the-counter medications. Treating early is key because leaving these infections...

Picture this: your period is late. You take a pregnancy test, hoping this could (finally) be the month, and it comes up negative. You’re disappointed but also confused as to what could be going on with your body. Does this sound familiar? If you’ve experienced this exact scenario, you are far from alone. Menstrual cycle irregularities occur in 14-25% of women of childbearing age. While a “normal” menstrual cycle ranges from 21 to 35 days, it’s not unusual for small variations to occur each month. However, if your period is consistently irregular, you should speak with...

Between ovulation week, PMS week, and period week, it may seem like there's only one week per month where you don't have to wonder what's actually going on with your body. For women with extreme forms of PMS such as Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), their monthly menstrual cycle can feel like a never-ending hamster wheel of pain, bloating, mood swings, and other uncomfortable symptoms. How Do I Know If I Have PMDD? Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a hormone-based mood disorder with severe symptoms. While it is an extreme form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), it's also quite...

Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or just want to learn more about your reproductive health, there’s no denying that knowledge is power when it comes to our fertility. That’s why, this holiday season, Rescripted has put together “12 Days of Fertility Facts,” to help you feel in the know and more at ease about your options for growing your family, either now or in the future.  12 Fertility Facts 1. Synthetic Chemicals Did you know the average person comes into contact with over 500 synthetic chemicals daily in their home? Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs), which...

As much joy as the holiday season never fails to bring, it is often simultaneously stressful. It takes a lot out of you: emotionally, mentally, and financially. For those trying to grow their families, it can be especially hard to dodge well-meaning, but difficult questions, triggering events and, of course, the constant “what ifs” that come up as we celebrate, commune, and reflect on the past year. And, it can be extremely difficult to figure out what to ask for or get for someone you love when you know that no throw blanket or book can...

If you have a love/hate relationship with hormonal birth control, you are not alone. Whether you started birth control to regain control of your menstrual cycle, reduce acne, or prevent pregnancy, you may now be wondering if there are any long-term implications when it comes to your fertility. Specifically, can birth control cause infertility? The short answer is no, but let’s dig in and find out more.  Can Birth Control Cause Infertility? It’s true that birth control is designed to temporarily halt fertility and prevent pregnancy. Once you stop contraceptives, however, your fertility hormones should go...

Entering the world of TTC, or trying to conceive, can lead to a whole new spin on sex. If you’ve been trying for a while, you may have found yourself developing a skewed view that frames sex as a procreational chore, a burden, or something that has to be put on our schedules, rather than the intimate and pleasureful experience with your partner it once was. The idea of tracking your cycles and having sex accordingly may seem like it would take the spice out of anyone’s sex life, but it certainly doesn’t have to dull...

When Roe vs. Wade was overturned, we got a firsthand look at how rampant misinformation surrounding abortion is, how nuanced an issue some view as black or white truly is, and how dangerous misinformed thinking can be when it comes to abortion. Right now, dismantling these bits of disinformation is more important than ever, and efforts are underway. Experts are working to combat the issue both in clinical settings and on social media. Companies like Youtube have announced that all content that provides instructions for unsafe abortions and promotes misinformation regarding abortion safety will be removed...

Two hearts become one and then two people become three. The fairy tale makes it all sound so effortless. Real life often has a way of complicating things, and in the effort it can take to create that third person it’s easy to forget about the two hearts becoming one part of the story.    Whether you are putting some intention behind conceiving, or on a full-blown fertility journey, sex can start to feel perfunctory and utilitarian. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here is a practical plan to infuse your partnership with romance...

What previous generations once believed to be an impossibility has officially come to pass. On June 24th, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that gave all Americans federal protection to the right to terminate a pregnancy. And as fertility advocates, we are both heartbroken and outraged.  Despite those on either side of the political aisle believing abortion to be a black and white issue, for the millions of people globally who are faced with infertility, pregnancy loss, or the heartbreaking decision to terminate a pregnancy for...