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Stories By Denise Porretto
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Child development experts say that for a baby, blowing a raspberry for the first time is an important milestone. Here's why.
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Science Says People Are The Most Sexually Active During This Season
Statistics show that the three months of summer are the most sex-intense of the year, but winter and fall are also popular for between-the-sheets action. -
What Would Happen If A Man Took Birth Control?
If a man were to take one birth control pill, the result would be different than if he were to take a pill every day for a period of time. -
Summer Babies Are More Likely To Have These Health Issues
While there are some benefits to being born in the warm months, summer babies are more likely to have these health issues. -
What's The Difference Between Being Diabetic And Prediabetic?
Fasting glucose levels that are 99 mg/dL or lower are considered normal, but levels that fall between 100 and 125 mg/dL indicate prediabetes, -
Surprising Things About Women's Bodies People Used To Believe
Stunningly fanciful, not to mention clearly erroneous, beliefs about the female body once reigned supreme. Here are some of the most outlandish claims. -
Things You Should Never Do Before Going To The Gynecologist
Have an upcoming appointment with your gynecologist? Take a look at the things you should never do before visiting the OB-GYN. -
This Rare Genetic Mutation Gives People Unbreakable Bones
Study of a genetic mutation called LRP5 that affects bone density and development allowed researchers to develop a treatment for osteoporosis. -
What Happens If You Take Birth Control While Pregnant
Nonhormonal birth control options pose minimal risks to pregnant women, but the side effects of others can be significant. -
How You Know It's Time To Throw Out Your Bra
How long should you hold on to your bra? The lifespan of an everyday bra is about six to twelve months, or after it has been worn about 180 times. -
What Happens To Your Body When Your Appendix Bursts
It may only be 3.5 inches long, but when your appendix bursts, it causes big trouble. Here's a look at just what happens when this organ ruptures. -
Can Your Eyes Get Sunburned?
Sunburn of the eyes, aka photokeratitis, can cause not only painful short-term symptoms, but long-term damage. -
Is It Safe For Kids To Be Vegan?
If you're considering feeding your child a vegan diet, you may wonder if it's healthy for them. Here's what the experts say. -
Surprising Causes Of Breast Pain In Men
Men have breast tissue, although it's not as pronounced as women's and it doesn't produce milk. Still, they can experience pain in their breasts too. -
What It Really Means When Your Vision Is Blurry
Blurry vision can result from the need for a new eyeglass or contact lens prescription, or it can be something serious, like cataracts, glaucoma, or a stroke. -
Is Sleeping On The Floor Bad For You?
Sleeping on the floor may not be the norm in the United States, but does that mean you shouldn't try it? Not necessarily. -
The Real Reason Some People Are Allergic To Exercise
For the small group of people who develop exercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIA), exercise confuses the body and triggers an immune response and related symptoms. -
Don't Chew Gum Before Having Sex. Here's Why
When you pop in a piece of gum, your breath may smell minty fresh, but in time, you'll be emitting other odors from somewhere else other than your mouth. -
Can You Lose Fat On Your Fingers?
Are your fingers looking a little thicker than usual? Before you hide your hands in your pockets permanently, let's look into why this happens. -
What Is Mastitis And How Can You Treat It?
Breastfeeding can be wonderful, but there can also be many bumps along that road. Mastitis is one such "bump," so to speak. -
Is It Possible For Your Eyes To Change Color?
Eye color can change in the first year of life, but after that, reasons can range from environment to serious illness. Anything dramatic should be checked out. -
Is It Safe To Drink Wine When You're Breastfeeding?
Cheers! Your baby is here, and she's healthy. That's a reason to celebrate with a glass of wine, right? But if you're breastfeeding, is it safe to imbibe? -
When An Allergic Reaction Really Becomes Serious
Allergic reactions can become serious quickly. These are the signs to watch for. -
Can Men Get Yeast Infections?
It's common knowledge women often have to deal with the itch and annoyance of yeast infections, but what about men? Do they get them too? -
When You Listen To Music, This Is What Happens To Your Brain
Curious to know what's going on in your brain when you listen to music? Here's a look. -
What You Need To Know About VAERS
VAERS emerged into the collective consciousness due to COVID-19 vaccines, but what exactly does it do and what do you need to know about it? Let's take a look. -
This Is What Happens To Your Body When You Laugh
Read on to discover what happens to your body when you're struck by a fit of uncontrollable laughter.