Wendy Wisner

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Wendy Wisner is a writer and lactation consultant (IBCLC) who covers maternal/child health, women’s health, general health and wellness, mental health, parenting, and education. Her work has appeared on The Washington Post, Family Circle, ABC News, Parents Magazine, Verywell, Fit Pregnancy, Healthline, Your Teen Magazine, and elsewhere.

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A woman speaking with a female doctor: Why is my period blood brown

Health Education

Why is my period blood brown?

Brown period blood typically isn’t a cause for concern, but there are situations when you should consult your healthcare provider for treatment

person sipping water _ strep throat treatment without antibiotics

Health Education

Do you need meds for strep?

Sometimes medications like amoxicillin are necessary, but many people don’t need them

Rx pill bottle with eye illustration: What is blepharitis?

Health Education

What is blepharitis?

Blepharitis is treatable and normally not a cause for concern, but proper eye hygiene is key

group of women - discharge before period

Health Education

Discharge before period 101

Here’s what to expect around that time of the month, and what could be a sign of a problem

Healthcare provider talking to female patient in exam room: Brown discharge mid-cycle

Health Education

What does brown discharge mean?

Having brown discharge in the middle of your menstrual cycle is usually nothing to worry about

Free weight, grapefruit | What is Type 3 Diabetes

Health Education

What is Type 3 diabetes?

Researchers are exploring the connection between insulin resistance and brain dysfunction

yogurt - yeast infection while pregnant

Health Education

Yeast infections during pregnancy

Over-the-counter medications can help clear up this uncomfortable condition quickly

Tea, honey, and pills - 10 dry cough remedies

Health Education

10 dry cough remedies

There are many ways to treat a dry cough at home, including eating a spoonful of honey and using a humidifier

woman with a measuring tape around her waist - vyvanse weight loss

Vyvanse for weight loss

What you should know about this FDA-approved controlled substance

pregnant woman holding belly - anemia in pregnancy

Health Education

Signs of anemia in pregnancy

Anemia during pregnancy is common but treatable. Here’s what you need to know.

child blowing their nose - how to stop a runny nose

Health Education

How to stop a runny nose

From decongestants to nasal sprays, there are plenty of remedies you can try

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