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What Overturning Roe v. Wade Could Mean for Your Health
The Supreme Court's landmark 1973 ruling could be rolled back or overturned this summer. Here's how that could impact your access to health care.
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Mental Health
Protecting your mental health takes more than putting mind over matter.
11 Podcasts to Help Boost Your Mental Health
According to Skimm HQ’rs.
Do I Have...Burnout?
Chances are you've experienced burnout. Not fun. We talked to a psychologist about how to spot and manage it. Because it's time to do something.
Common Mental Health Conditions, Explained
We took a look at common mental health problems and disorders and what they do.
theSkimm on Mom Guilt — And Everything Else You’re Feeling Right Now
The pandemic has produced a laundry list of emotions. Our guide can help you cope.
17 Books To Read if Your Group Chat Can’t Stop Talking About Mental Health
If you read to relax, great news.
theSkimm on Therapy And If It's Right For You
Plus, what to know about the different types of therapy out there and whether insurance covers it.
History of Queer Stigma — And How it Affects the Community's Mental Health Today
More than one in three LGBTQ+ Americans faced discrimination in the past year. But mistreatment started years ago.
The Pandemic and Your Mental Health: Why You May Be Nervous About the World Opening Up
Get back out there is easier said than done.
Paid Family Leave and a Timeline of Postpartum Recovery
The US is the only wealthy country without national paid family leave. But the mind and body need time to recover after giving birth.
Here's what that could look and feel like.
The News + Your Health
We look past the headlines so you can look out for your health.
Your Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy, Answered
A number of health societies recommend that pregnant people get vaccinated for COVID-19. But only about 35% are. So we asked a doctor, "Why?" The answer involves new data, a quick science lesson, and a personal story.
Everything You Need to Know About Abortion
More abortion restrictions have been enacted across the country in 2021 than in any previous year. And you might have questions. Here are answers about laws, terminology, and the procedure itself.
Do I Have...Long COVID?
Long COVID impacts up to 30% of people who get COVID-19. Don't bother asking Dr. Google about it: We talked to an infectious disease expert on symptoms, side effects, and treatment.
How Climate Change Could Affect Your Health
You know that climate change threatens the planet. But you might not know that it threatens our health, too.
How Marijuana Could Impact Your Health
Pot. Weed. Mary Jane. The drug goes by many names and serves many needs — including medical ones — but its health effects are hazy.
Why Your Period Could Seem 'Off' After You Get the COVID Vaccine
Can the COVID-19 vaccine affect your period? The short answer is maybe, but only temporarily, and you should still get vaccinated anyway. Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford explains.
How Traumatic Events Can Affect Your Health
Whether you've experienced trauma firsthand, are supporting someone who has, or are constantly taking in traumatic news events, your mental health is likely feeling the side effects.
How To Ask People if They're Vaccinated
Let’s face it: asking friends and family members about their vaccination status can feel awkward. We got you.
Fertility
Because trying can be trying, we've got resources to help you plan, budget, and look out for yourself.
Birth Control: What to Know About the Pill, IUD, Ring, Arm Implant, and More
So you can be in control of your birth control.
All The Ways to Track When You’re Ovulating
If getting pregnant is all about timing, ovulation is like an alarm going off in your body.
Trying to Get Pregnant? How IUI, IVF, and Other Fertility Methods Could Help
For those TTC: Science can help. Here's theSkimm.
Miscarriage: How Common It Is, Recovery, and 'Rainbow Babies'
If you've suffered from a miscarriage, you're not alone. Here's a look at how to grieve a pregnancy loss, and be there for someone going through it.
I Was Diagnosed With Unexplained Infertility
Abby never expected to have problems getting pregnant. Watch her journey, plus her message to others struggling with fertility issues.
How Your Menstrual Cycle Works
It involves a lot more than just having your period roughly once a month.
11 Books To Read if You — or Someone You Know — Is Struggling With Infertility
Especially when you don't know what to say.
I Battled with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
About 1 in 8 women experience symptoms of postpartum depression. Fallon was one of them.
Stress and Anxiety
Working through stress and anxiety shouldn't cause more stress and anxiety. That's where we come in.
How To Hang Out IRL Again (Without Overdoing It)
It's hard to avoid feeling FOMO after spending so much time socially-distanced. But setting boundaries is important.
What It’s Like Coping With Anxiety in My 20s
Whitney was working for a mental health org while quietly dealing with her own mental health issues. Watch to see how she took control of her diagnosis.
How to Manage Stress
Stressed about your stress? Deep breaths. Here are some fresh ways to tame the beast.
How to Recognize, Treat, and Live With Anxiety
Anxiety isn’t “just in your head.” Like taking your temperature, we all need to check in to make sure we’re feeling mentally well, not just physically well.
How to Stress Less and Less Often
A little stress can go a long way towards getting sh*t done. But a lot of stress can go a long way towards giving you health issues.
Me Time
Because taking care of yourself starts with making time for yourself.
Well
Podcasts for Learning Something New
Formal education can be expensive, but podcasts are free. And with this many options, we can all choose to be students, minus the binders and TI-84 calculators.
Life
19 Wellness Products if You’re Not the Best at Self-Care
There are two kinds of people in this world: Those who Instagram their nightly bath, and those who twitch at the word 'relax.'
Sleep
Losing sleep over losing sleep? We've got tips to drift off at night and stay on during the day.
How To Get Good Sleep and Get by Even When You Don’t
Even before COVID-19, around one-third of adults said they’ve suffered from sleep problems. Read up, then rest up.
13 Products for a Good Night’s Sleep
This list has a weighted blanket, a delicious tea mix, lightweight pajamas, and more. Sweet dreams.
theSkimm on Sleep Anxiety and How to Fall Asleep Faster
Weird dreams and a pit of uncertainty got you staring at the ceiling? We're here to help you get some shuteye.
How to Clear Your Mind and Get Some Rest
Rest easy. Here's how to overhaul your bedtime routine to get quality sleep.
Checking In
Your future self appreciates when you plan ahead. Here's how to keep your health in check and set a routine.
Do I Have...Disordered Eating?
We live in a diet culture, so it's no wonder many American women report having disordered eating. Here's what you need to know.
The Skin Care Routine You Won't Find in a Bottle
You’ve heard that beauty is only skin deep. But when it comes to skin care, it matters what you put in your body, not just on it.
I'm Getting a Preventative Double Mastectomy
Liza tested positive for the BRCA1 gene mutation at 23. We spoke to her about her medical, financial, and emotional journey as she navigated her options.
When, Why, and How Often to Schedule Doctor Checkups
Time for a checkup check-in. Here's what doctor visits should be on your calendar every year.
How To Make Your Routine More Green
There are plenty of ways to reduce your carbon footprint. We have some ideas.
Do I Have...Skin Cancer?
Your body’s a wonderland...of moles, freckles, and dark spots. But before you Google, “What does skin cancer look like,” know the facts.
What Skincare Products To Put on Your Face and When
Here's your skintionary. Ready, set, glow.
Do I Have...PCOS?
About 5%-15% of women between 15 and 44 have PCOS, but there’s confusion about what it is. No need to Google it. We've got you.
Health Insurance
We've got you covered on what medical care is covered.
Health Insurance Tips: How To Max Out Your Benefits This Year
It’s time to deal with your favorite to-do list item (not). Health insurance. But we're here to help.
theSkimm's Guide on Teletherapy
Since the outbreak, there are fewer in-person treatment options available. Enter: virtual therapy.
How to Choose the Right Employer-Backed Health Insurance Plan
Picking a health insurance plan probably sounds about as fun as going to the doctor. But choosing the right one is an important step in taking care of yourself.
Insurance Terms, Skimm’d
There are lots of choices –– and terms –– when it comes to insurance coverage. We Skimm’d the big ones for you here.
Questions to Ask Your Health Insurance Company When You're Pregnant
Because what to expect when you're expecting should not include surprise costs.
Unemployed: How to Get Health Insurance
Millions of Americans could lose their health insurance after becoming unemployed due to the pandemic. Here’s how to get covered.
Paid Family Leave: Why the US Falls Behind
The US is the only developed country in the world that doesn’t offer national paid family leave. We Skimm’d what the hold up is and how it’s impacting families.
More in Well
Additional info to help you live smarter and healthier.
From My Perspective...Why Author Emma Gannon is Childfree
Childfree-by-choice author Emma Gannon discusses her decision to not have kids in hopes that her story will inspire others to figure out theirs.
Nutrition Labels and Beyond: How To Eat ‘Healthy’
Because when it comes to your health, your body cues are a lot more important than numbers on a scale or food label.
Vitamins and Supplements, Skimm'd
There’s a jungle of supplements out there, but it’s hard to know what they do (if anything). So here's your guide to vitamins A through zinc.
What To Know About Fat Stigma, BMI, and Diet Culture
"Fat" is not a bad word. But weight stigma is a clear public health problem. It’s time we talk about fatness and fatphobia.
Hormones, Skimm'd
Chances are you’ve complained about feeling ‘hormonal.’ But you might not know what that word actually means.
theSkimm on Processed Foods
You have the right to know that not all foods are created equal.
How Traditional Chinese Medicine Is Becoming More Mainstream
Here's theSkimm on tai chi, acupuncture, cupping, and more.
How To Keep Your Social Media Use in Check
Retweet if you spent most of the pandemic refreshing your social media feeds. This might not be the healthiest move.
Systemic Racism in Health Care
People of color face a disproportionate level of health risk compared to white people in the US. Here's why.
How to Organize Apps on Your iPhone
Does looking at your iPhone stress you out? Relax. Here's how to clean up your home screen.
These Black Women Are to Thank for a More Inclusive Beauty Industry
The beauty industry has historically served white women, but inspiring Black women are trying to change that narrative.
How To Have a Healthy Sex Life: Orgasms, Safety, and Your Brain
There’s a lot more to sex than... just sex.
9 to 5ish Podcast
These wellness advocates make time for themselves and their careers.
Brooke Shields On Learning To Compartmentalize
"I think I survived because I could compartmentalize. Maybe that's helpful. maybe the compartmentalizing hindered my talent, I don't know."
Dr. Laura Forese On Leading A Team Through Crisis
"People were scared. And it was on me and the rest of the leadership team to say 'We’re going to be here with you.'"
Dr. Kathrin Jansen On Handling High Stakes Situations
"I did not think about failure. I did not think about success. All I thought about is we have to come up with something that stops this pandemic."
Dara Treseder On Starting A New Job Virtually
"When you first start [a new] job, take the time to invest in people and build relationships."
Naomi Hirabayashi and Marah Lidey On Making A Partnership Work
"The...really important thing we did for one another was...help each other to feel less alone."
Cindy Crawford On Confidence
"I'm a big fan of faking it till you make it."
Nancy Brinker on Her Best Advice for Making Change
The Susan G Komen Foundation founder recommends starting with the end in mind.
Lo Bosworth on How To Pivot
Stress motivated the founder and CEO of Love Wellness to make a change.
Arianna Huffington on Focusing on Herself
The Huffington Post founder told us how she took a step back after working 18-hour days and from there created Thrive Global.
Melanie Whelan on Bad Habits
The SoulCycle CEO talks about taking over the SoulCycle community and having a millennial mentor.
Payal Kadakia on Failing
The Founder and Executive Chairman of ClassPass talks about how the brand failed before it evolved.
Noura Sakkijha On Prioritizing Your Mental Health
"The beginning was really hard. I decided to go into therapy at that point because it was really intense."
