Why Can't I Sleep? Navigating Sleep Challenges During MidlifeNov 26, 2023Difficulty sleeping? The first step in managing sleep problems is healthy sleep habits. Read my best sleep tips here. If behavioral adjustments aren't enough, it's time to consult with your doctor. Read what other conditions impact poor sleep.Continue reading →
Battling Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recurrent Options Oct 30, 2023Bacterial vaginosis, or BV, is a condition in which the balance of normal bacteria in the vagina is disrupted. In reality it's itching, burning, thin watery discharge and a fishy odor. So, what can you do about it? Read on to learn. Continue reading →
Empowering Women's Health: The Vision of Sky Women's HealthSep 10, 2023With a profound understanding that modern medicine has often fallen short in addressing the needs of midlife women, Dr. Carolyn Moyers and her team have made it their mission to provide excellent perimenopause and menopause care. Continue reading →
Understanding Progesterone Use in MenopauseAug 07, 2023The primary role of progestogen in postmenopausal hormone therapy is endometrial protection. Unopposed estrogen increases the risk of endometrial hyperplasia/cancer. Progesterone mitigates this risk. Progesterone is not needed if only on vaginal estrogen.Continue reading →
What happens to the vagina in midlife?Jul 24, 2023The most common complaints of sexually active women are reduced lubrication and painful penetration, reported to be 90% and 80% respectively. Loss of libido and arousal due to lack of blood flow from a low estrogen state are also bothersome.Continue reading →
Why Tight Pelvic Floor Muscles Create Pain and How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Provides ReliefJul 10, 2023Genital or pelvic pain can significantly impact a person's quality of life, affecting their ability to engage in activities such as urination, bowel movements, and sexual intercourse. Learn why tight pelvic floor muscles cause pain and how pelvic PT works.Continue reading →
A Comprehensive Guide to Starting Hormone Therapy for Menopause: What to Expect Jun 13, 2023Starting hormone therapy for menopause can provide relief from bothersome symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. Learn what to expect, including the potential symptoms during the initial phase and their duration.Continue reading →
A Powerful Combination to Jumpstart Your Weight Loss Journey in MidlifeMay 17, 2023Midlife weight loss can be challenging, especially due to the changes that occur during menopause. However, by integrating weight training to combat muscle loss and leveraging tools like semaglutide alongside lifestyle changes, women can make significant sContinue reading →
Beyond BMI: The Power of InBody Scans and Understanding Your Body CompositionApr 19, 2023Ditch the scale. Your bathroom scale can be misleading. Weight loss is not the same thing as fat loss. Instead of tracking how heavy you are, use body composition analysis to track how healthy you are.Continue reading →
Why Perimenopause is Often MisdiagnosedMar 27, 2023Perimenopause is often misdiagnosed condition that can have a significant impact on a woman's health and quality of life.Continue reading →
Unleashing Your DesireMar 06, 2023Understanding and Overcoming Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder. According to the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH), HSDD affects about 10% of women; characterized by a lack of sexual thoughts, fantasies, or interest. Continue reading →
The connection between Menopause Symptoms and Heart DiseaseFeb 27, 2023Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women? New research is highlighting a link between menopausal symptoms and the risk of cardiovascular disease. Continue reading →
The Heat is On: Understanding Hot Flashes during Menopause Feb 14, 2023According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopause, affecting up to 75% of women. Continue reading →
The Secret Powerful Pregnancy Relief You Didn't Know AboutSep 28, 2022Learn the secret to having the best pregnancy possible. These research-backed osteopathic techniques will guarantee more relief during pregnancy and labor.Continue reading →
Telehealth: The Advantages of TelemedicineJul 20, 2022Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.Continue reading →
Contraception ExplainedJun 30, 2022At Sky Women's Health, we support your choice - whatever your goals. Finding the contraception that works best for your personal lifestyle can be rewarding, allowing you to take control of your future and live the way you want. Continue reading →
Botox for the Vagina?Apr 28, 2022We know it can relax our face, but . . . the vagina? Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (PFM) is characterized by involuntary spasm of the pelvic floor muscles around the vagina. Continue reading →
Your Guide to Breastfeeding PositionsMar 23, 2022First and most important breastfeeding position Get comfortable. The number one best breastfeeding position is the one in which you are most comfortable. Continue reading →
Vulvar and Vaginal ItchingMar 16, 2022Vaginal itching. No one wants to be bothered by their lady parts. The uncomfortable sensation can range from mild and brief to severe and persistent.Continue reading →
How to Keep Your Cervix FitJan 24, 2022Cervical cancer prevention, screening, and treatment are critical components of comprehensive reproductive health care. Key components to screening include the Pap smear and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) testing.Continue reading →
Rebuild Your Postpartum Body With OBGYN Approved Fitness ProgramJan 10, 2022Motherhood changes you inside and out. After having a baby, your clothing size, breast shape, hip width and even your shoe size might be different. Look what your body has done – nothing short of AMAZING!Continue reading →
Say Goodbye to Your Breastfeeding StrugglesDec 23, 2021Did you know over 80% of mothers initiate breastfeeding in the United States, but many do not meet their goal of continued breastfeeding? Pain and low milk supply are common causes for weaning. Breastfeeding support after hospital discharge is critical.Continue reading →
5 Facts You Should Know About Gynecologic CancersSep 30, 20211. Gynecologic cancer is a term used for cancer that occurs in women’s reproductive organs. The type of cancers include . . .Continue reading →
5 Essential Functions of the Pelvic FloorJul 17, 2021The pelvic floor is a ‘sling’ of muscles, a bit like a small muscle hammock that runs between the pubic bone in the front, and the tailbone at the back.Continue reading →
Confession: I Did Not Enjoy Being Pregnant!Apr 30, 2021I said it. I was over the moon excited to be pregnant and I didn’t want to get out of the car for clinic in the morning because of the nausea. My breast doubled in size and the talk around the hospital was that I had gotten a boob job.Continue reading →
Rectus DiastasisMar 12, 2021Rectus abdominis diastasis What is it? An anatomic term describing a condition in which the two rectus muscles are separated by an abnormal distance. Fairly consistently defined as more than 2cm.Continue reading →
Painful PeriodsFeb 10, 2021Painful Periods (Dysmenorrhea)⠀ Are you missing school, work or any other life event over your period?Continue reading →
Let’s STOP the Stigma Around HPVFeb 04, 2021Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) An estimated 80% of sexually active people will have HPV at some point in their lives. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection. There are over 100 types of HPV.Continue reading →
Osteopathic Adjustments for NeonatesJan 25, 2021Craniosacral Osteopathic Manipulation for the Neonate Also known as Cranial Sacral, or simply Cranial, is a natural and painless method. This gentle approach used to free areas of the body which have restricted motion.Continue reading →
Vaginal Discharge and OdorJan 19, 2021Vaginal Discharge and Odor Yes, it is normal to have vaginal discharge and a certain amount of vaginal odor is normal. The vagina begins making discharge during puberty.Continue reading →
Postpartum ExerciseNov 18, 2020Several reports indicate women’s level of exercise goes down after childbirth leading to overweight and obesity. You’re not surprised! You probably just rolled your eyes or you want to throat punch me. I get it.Continue reading →
Exercise During PregnancyNov 12, 2020As an OBGYN and a mom who exercised through 4 pregnancies, I love this topic.Continue reading →
Do I Need an Annual Gynecology Exam?Nov 06, 2020“Do I need to have a yearly exam if Pap smear screening is only every 3 to 5 years now?” The answer, yes! Your annual well woman exam is much more than cervical cancer screening.Continue reading →
When Infertility Became More Than StatisticsSep 10, 2020During infertility week, in April, I drafted a post about my sister’s experience, but it felt inadequate. It’s her story – not mine. I was a bystander. I held space for her to feel all the feelings and process the new information as it came.Continue reading →
Can We Talk About Pap Smears?Aug 28, 2020Several times a week I get asked with a bit of anxiety, “You mean I don’t need a Pap smear EVERY year?”Continue reading →
How To Be Your Own Medical AdvocateAug 01, 2020Navigating healthcare can be hard! HMO, PPO, deductibles, specialist for this and that. It is easy to feel lost in the process or feel that it is happening to you. I want you to feel empowered!Continue reading →
Back Pain in PregnancyJul 17, 2020More than half of all women experience back pain in pregnancy. The growing uterus shifts the center of gravity and stretches and weakens the abdominal muscles.Continue reading →
Preconception CounselingJul 10, 2020“Would you like to become pregnant in the next year?” The goal of pre-pregnancy care is to optimize your health, address any modifiable risk factors and provide education about a healthy pregnancy.Continue reading →
My First Trip to the GynecologistJul 03, 2020Memories are a funny thing. They can be fussy and distorted. Here’s what I remember, from the time I started my period they were heavy and painful. My mom decided to take me to her gynecologist in Houston at age 14.Continue reading →