A Perfect Fit: FEMM for Family Planning & Health
“Her interest in Creighton stemmed from her own struggle with PMS-related symptoms, including acne, fatigue, and mood disturbances.”
“This Really Works!” A Nurse’s Journey to FABMs
“This Really Works!” A Nurse’s Journey to FABMs By: Kailyn Baalman, MD Director’s Note: Throughout her years in training to become a physician, Dr. Kailyn Baalman had never encountered natural or fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) until enrolling in the FACTS...
The Lactational Amenorrhea Method: Effectiveness Data Combats Myths
“LAM is a highly effective form of family planning … (that) is an inexpensive, very accessible option for women and couples in a variety of settings.”
Provider Bias in Family Planning Services: A Review
“Medical professionals have a duty to protect their patients, and their definition of protection can be skewed by societal norms and cultural climate.”
The CycleBeads Mobile App in Developing Countries: A Review of Research
“The study found the app was beneficial to a diverse population of women and could be used to address a variety of reproductive goals.”
The Surprising Dynamics of Luteal Phase Hormones in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
To mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we are featuring research that assessed the relationship between supplemental hormones and symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). This study highlights the need for further research on ovarian hormone dynamics as they relate to symptom severity in both premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and PMDD. Wong presents a compelling case….