Bindi Irwin: ‘very, very lucky’ on parenting post-endometriosis
Conservationist and celebrity Bindi Irwin has spoken out about her battle not only with endometriosis, but infertility, urging people to be more thoughtful with their words.
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Spring Break, Hookups, and Pregnancy Scares: What Are Your Next Steps?
If spring break left you with a late period, regret, or worry about STDs, you’re not alone. This article explains simple next steps—pregnancy testing, limited obstetrical ultrasound, STD testing and information—and how to talk with someone in a calm, non‑judgmental space about what you’re feeling and what to do next.
Pregnancy Development in the First 7 Weeks
If you’re worried you might be pregnant, it’s normal to wonder what’s actually happening inside your body. This article walks through what typically happens from conception through week 7, including when a heartbeat can be seen on ultrasound and how testing and ultrasound can help you understand your next steps.
Is It Just a “Cluster of Cells”? What’s Really Happening in Early Pregnancy
If you’ve heard people talk about early pregnancy as “just a cluster of cells,” you’re not alone. That phrase shows up online, in conversations, and sometimes even in medical settings.
What Does It Mean That Life Begins at Conception?
You may have heard people say, “Life begins at conception,” but if you’re staring at a late period, a positive test, or even just the possibility of pregnancy, that phrase can feel abstract and far away from what you’re actually going through.
Thinking About the Abortion Pill? Facts and Risks You Should Know
If you’re staring at a positive pregnancy test and your stomach drops, it’s normal for you to think:
“I just need this to go away.”
When Does Pregnancy Really Start?
If you’re staring at a late period, a positive test, or even just the possibility of being pregnant, your mind might be spinning with questions like:
“Is this really a pregnancy yet?”
“Is it just a ‘cluster of cells’?”
“When does life actually start?”
New Year, New Start: Reset Your Support
The calendar flipping to a new year doesn’t magically fix anything—but it does give you a chance to pause and ask an honest question:
Do I have the support I actually need?
Winter Break: Alone on Campus? Find Support in River Falls
Winter break is supposed to be all cozy blankets, family traditions, and a house that suddenly feels too small. At least, that’s the version you see online.
But your reality might look very different.
Abortion strongly linked to psychiatric hospitalization: new study of 1.2 million women
The risks associated with abortion remained elevated even after controlling for prior mental health, age, and poverty. But among women with prior mental health issues, psychiatric hospitalization was nine times more likely for those who had abortions. In contrast, among women without prior mental health issues, abortion was linked to only a 50% increased risk of psychiatric hospitalization.