Ask Sofia: What’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause?
National Menopause Awareness Month is a perfect time to learn more about the various stages associated with menopause, when your period ceases and the reproductive years come to a close. Many of the symptoms of perimenopause, sometimes called “before menopause” or “around menopause,” are similar to those of the better-known menopause, yet this stage can start as many as 10 years prior.
Your Teen’s First Exam
While managing your family’s schedule is likely second-nature to you by now, many parents hesitate when making their daughter’s first appointment with a gynecologist. “What is the right age?” and “When is the right time?” are both questions we hear a lot.
Ask Sofia: What is Diastasis Recti?
While not everyone is familiar with this condition or big name, it is something we see almost every day at Clinic Sofia. Diastasis is typically defined as a separation of the rectus abdominus muscle of 2 centimeters or more. Some women are born with a congenital condition, which can lead to abdominal wall weakness, although this is less common, while others acquire it due to pregnancy, obesity or age-related tissue defects.
Skin Care Simplified: Tips for Healthy Skin Year-round
Skin care today can feel a little overwhelming: so many products, so many options, so many promises. However, a healthy skin care routine does not have to be complicated. Consistency is key, according to Amy Jo Lillibridge, a licensed esthetician who also works in Clinic Sofia’s business office.
Your Mind on Meditation
We’ve all been there: You are exhausted and desperately trying to sleep, but your mind is racing a million miles a minute. Or maybe you are preparing for a big presentation at work, planning a family vacation or trying to organize your schedule but are struggling to stay focused. If any of these situations sound familiar, then you might benefit from a few minutes of meditation.
STD Awareness Month
Even though education and prevention are prevalent, sexually transmitted diseases are “charging back across the nation,” according to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC).