Transgender facts Explore the concepts of sex and gender and the different ways people may experience them. By Mayo Clinic Staff Want to better understand what it means to be transgender or gender diverse? Here’s an overview of the basics, along with definitions of common terms used to describe gender identity. Defining transgender The terms … Read more
Quitting smoking: 10 ways to resist tobacco cravings The urge to use tobacco and nicotine products can wear you down when you’re trying to quit. Use these tips to lessen and resist cravings. By Mayo Clinic Staff People who smoke take in the chemical nicotine from tobacco. Each time you use tobacco, nicotine triggers the … Read more
Pregnancy and obesity: Know the risks Concerned about pregnancy and obesity? Understand the risks of obesity during pregnancy — plus steps to promote a healthy pregnancy. By Mayo Clinic Staff Obesity is a serious health condition that involves having too much body fat. During pregnancy, obesity can have a major impact on a pregnant person’s … Read more
Breastfeeding positions There are many positions you can try when breastfeeding your baby. Here are some options, including one for twins. There is no right breastfeeding position. Breast size, how well the baby latches on to the nipple and how fast your milk lets down make some positions better than others. As you try different … Read more