Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a normal part of the vaginal microbiome, but becomes a common concern usually in the third trimester of pregnancy if there is an overgrowth of the bacteria. Roughly 10 to 35% of pregnant women are colonized with GBS in various...
It’s a misconception that period pain is normal. Period pain is the most common symptom experienced by almost 45 to 95% of people during their cycle but it isn’t normal. Dysmenorrhea, the official name of period pain, can have significant effects on the lives of menstruators....
Planning for pregnancy can be an exciting time for many! It's also a time to surround yourself with accurate information as you begin this journey. You might find that you don't become pregnant on the first try - which is incredibly common. Statistics show that...
It's that time of year where you're likely donning lighter clothes , spending time outside, and filling up on vitamin D. Therefore, finding a sunscreen that works for you is incredibly important because it's one of the necessary ingredients to protect your skin. Here's what you...
Your gut is more than just the organs in your belly. It contains your microbiome, which is an assortment of bacteria, viruses and yeast that live and are native to your gut. The gut also houses the majority of your immune system, and this is...
Between 8-13% of women live with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This is a complex condition involving reproductive, metabolic and psychological features. PCOS is considered a syndrome, because it doesn't always present the same among all individuals - there are multiple types. In fact, in order to be...
Are you getting your pap exam done every 3 years? Dr. Alexsia is now offering them in the clinic! Pap tests are used to determine if abnormal cells are present in the cervix, an area where cervical cancer would develop. Anyone with a cervix should begin...
Research is indicating that there is a relationship between cortisol and the pelvic floor. To best understand this relationship, we must first understand stress and the body's response to it. When the body encounters a stressor, the stressor acts as a threat to its stability....
Navigating the supplement aisle can be difficult if you're living with endometriosis or any other health condition. As a Naturopathic Doctor I often look at why a condition is happening, so I can address it along with the symptoms many of my patients experience. While...
