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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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Articles

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
Drug Info

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
Vaccine with a purple background - do meningitis shots hurt
Drug Info

Do meningitis shots hurt?

The benefits of the vaccine outweigh the potential of a sore arm and other side effects
What to know about exercise during pregnancy
Health Education

Should you exercise while pregnant?

Learn how to safely work out while pregnant and how it can benefit you and your baby