Have you ever experienced lasting stomach pain, gas, constipation and/or diarrhea? If so, you may have Googled to see if your stomach problems were related to your PCOS, only to find that it isn’t usually listed as a symptom. While these symptoms could mean many…
On October 19, I joined many girls at the 8th Annual MRKH Conference at Boston Children’s Hospital. This was my first conference at the hospital, and I was very excited to learn that girls had the opportunity to meet others who share the same condition….
Hi, my name’s Emma and I’m 15 years old. I’m a sophomore in high school, but my high school experience hasn’t been a normal one. I’ve kept my story a secret for 15 years, but I’ve decided to tell it now. It’s taken all of…
I personally love to eat food, so whenever I read about the latest cleanse (also sometimes called a “detox” or “juice” diet), I have a hard time understanding the appeal. Who would want to drink nothing but lemon juice and cayenne pepper for days on…
Are you having Facebook fatigue? Do you feel as though Facebook has turned from a social hub into a family picnic where your privacy has been encroached on? Have all of your family members including your mom, dad, twelve aunts, grandma, and great uncle joined…
In “I’m Gay” — Part 1, we brought you David’s coming out story. This time, I’m going to tell you about JB. His experience is completely different from David’s. Erica: Did you come out to your parents? JB: The person I came out to was…
Although many teens are aware of the legal drinking age and the consequences of consuming alcohol, most don’t seem to be a phased by television shows and movies that display scenes of underage drinking. In fact, if a show is about teens, drinking is almost…
When it comes to extracurricular activities such as sports, band, student government or clubs, it can be hard to know how many activities you can juggle. This is especially true if you have other commitments such as a part–time job or responsibilities at home such…
Eight years ago I had one of those experiences that will go down in history as one of the most rewarding professional and personal experiences of my life. It all started while I was moderating a chat for young women diagnosed with MRKH (an acronym…
Last fall, I embarked on a yoga teacher training program with the intention of bringing the gift of yoga to young people struggling with food and weight concerns. Having practiced yoga for several years, I was truly convinced that gentle movement through yoga postures could…