Emily Carter Affiliate Disclosure: Her in Cycles participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. Some links in this article may be affiliate links — if you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only reference products relevant to the topics discussed. The third trimester brings many joys … Ler mais
The postpartum period — the weeks and months following childbirth — is a time of significant adjustment for any new parent. While postpartum depression is widely discussed and increasingly recognized, postpartum anxiety is often less understood, even though research suggests it may be as common or more so. For women who have given birth after … Ler mais
Nutrition is a topic that comes up frequently in conversations about fertility, and among the many nutrients discussed, iron has received notable attention from researchers. Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies in women of reproductive age worldwide, and some evidence suggests that adequate iron status may play a role in supporting … Ler mais
Many women in their 40s report that caffeine affects them differently than it did in their 20s and 30s. The afternoon coffee that once felt invisible may now keep them awake at night; the morning espresso may feel more jittery than energizing. These experiences are not imaginary — research suggests that caffeine metabolism and sensitivity … Ler mais
The two-week wait — the time between potential conception and when a pregnancy test becomes reliably accurate — is one of the most emotionally charged periods in the fertility journey. For women trying to conceive after 35, this stretch of days can feel particularly intense, as awareness of fertility timing often adds layers of hope, … Ler mais
Iron requirements increase substantially during pregnancy, supporting the expanded blood volume that develops to nourish a growing baby. For women pregnant after 35, the topic of iron intake is often discussed during prenatal visits, with attention to dietary sources, supplementation when appropriate, and routine bloodwork that monitors iron status. Understanding why iron matters in pregnancy, … Ler mais
Glucose tolerance testing is a routine part of prenatal care, typically performed between weeks 24 and 28 of pregnancy. For women pregnant after 35, the test holds particular relevance, as gestational diabetes is somewhat more common in this age group, though most women in their late 30s and early 40s receive normal results. Understanding why … Ler mais
“Brain fog” is one of the most commonly described — and commonly dismissed — symptoms of perimenopause. Women report difficulty finding words, slower processing speed, short-term memory lapses, and a general sense of mental fuzziness that contrasts with their earlier baseline. For women in their late 30s and 40s, these experiences can be unsettling, especially … Ler mais
Estrogen is one of the body’s most influential hormones, shaping everything from menstrual cycles and mood to bone health and sleep architecture. For women in their late 30s and 40s, estrogen levels begin a gradual but often noticeable transition that unfolds over years before menopause itself. Unlike the relatively predictable cycling of estrogen in the … Ler mais
The second trimester is often described as the “honeymoon phase” of pregnancy, a time when many women report renewed energy after the often-fatiguing first trimester. For women pregnant after 35, the experience can be similar — but it is also normal for energy patterns to look different from the textbook description. Hormonal shifts, physical adaptations, … Ler mais