Talking to your teen about sexuality, consent and other sensitive topics
If you’re reading this, I assume you want to do a great job talking to your teenager. I applaud and thank you for being an advocate for your
Read moreIf you’re reading this, I assume you want to do a great job talking to your teenager. I applaud and thank you for being an advocate for your
Read moreThis post was written by former WHA nurse practitioner Jacqui Quetal. Although Jacqui is no longer with WHA, we still love this advice! Hopefully your experiences have helped
Read moreThis post was written by Morghan Milagrosa, CNM, WHNP-BC, formerly of WHA’s Tualatin office. While Morghan is no longer with WHA, this is still great advice! From the
Read moreWe’ve written before about the reasons to quit smoking. Risk of heart problems, cancer and dental disease surges when you smoke, but we know quitting is easier said
Read moreA baby’s first tooth is a momentous occasion, but it doesn’t always come easily. As parents, we’ve heard MANY stories over the years—including fussy babies, sleepless nights and
Read moreOne of the major responsibilities of parents is to make decisions on behalf of your children. You decide what food you will offer them, what vaccines to give
Read morePainful periods (dysmenorrhea) may be very disruptive to your health and well-being. Women who suffer painful periods may miss work, school and family activities. Unfortunately, many also feel
Read moreEveryone who’s gone a night without it knows that sleep matters. While experts vary on how many hours of sleep they recommend, most agree that getting sufficient rest
Read moreOne of the most common questions I hear from patients is whether or not it is safe to not have periods. Most women are so accustomed to their
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