Growing up, bubble baths were my go-to relaxation ritual after a long day—complete with candles, music, and way too many bubbles. It felt indulgent, almost therapeutic. But as I got older and started dealing with recurring vaginal infections, I began to question everything that touched my body—including those innocent-looking suds. Can bubble baths lead to…
Let’s be real—if you’ve ever experienced that weird shift “down there” right before your period, you’re definitely not alone. I used to chalk it up to hormonal chaos or just another PMS surprise. But after doing way too many Google searches at 2 a.m. (and eventually, talking to my gynecologist), I found out it could…
If you’ve ever had bacterial vaginosis (BV), you know how annoying it can be — the odor, the discharge, that weird sense of something just being *off*. I’ve been there, and honestly, it’s not something anyone wants to go through more than once. After trying everything from prescription gels to some questionable internet suggestions (looking…
Finding the best soap when you’re BV-prone isn’t just a matter of sniffing the label or grabbing something labeled “feminine.” I’ve learned the hard way that not all soaps are created equal—especially when your vaginal microbiome is already dancing on a tightrope. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by constant irritation or that dreaded fishy smell…
When I was going through BV treatment a couple of years ago, I made a ton of rookie mistakes that, in hindsight, definitely didn’t help the healing process. Between scanning forums, panicking at every symptom change, and trying out every DIY remedy someone swore by on TikTok, it was a rollercoaster. But if there’s one…
Let me tell you, I never thought something as ordinary as a pad could be messing with my health. I used to think that as long as I picked a “clean” or “fragrance-free” pad, I was doing the right thing. But after dealing with recurring bouts of bacterial vaginosis (BV), I had to dig deeper…
“What does persistent BV mean?”—if you’re anything like me, this question doesn’t just pop up randomly. It usually comes after months of frustrating symptoms, a few doctor visits, multiple rounds of antibiotics, and let’s be honest—Googling at 2 a.m. when nothing else makes sense. Persistent bacterial vaginosis (BV) is more than just a recurring nuisance;…
You know that uncomfortable feeling when things just feel… off? I’ve been there. At one point, I found myself constantly googling, “Why does my vaginal pH feel out of balance?” without really understanding what that even meant. Turns out, a lot of us don’t realize how delicate the vaginal ecosystem is — until something feels…
So, last summer I found myself dealing with some strange discomfort—nothing too alarming at first, but enough to make me rethink my wardrobe. After hours of Googling, chatting with friends, and one slightly awkward conversation with my OB-GYN, I realized my love for high-rise, ultra-snug jeans might be causing more harm than fashion-forward flair. Sound…