May 2012
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How to 'talk doctor'
Thanks to Bedsider: here’s a step-by-step guide to “talking doctor” and making sure you get the most out of your physician visit. Perfect reading for Women’s Health Week.
May 15th
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Victory for women's health in Oklahoma
“In what the Center for Reproductive Rights calls an ‘unprecedented ruling recognizing bodily integrity and reproductive choice as fundamental rights under the Oklahoma state constitution,’ an Oklahoma state judge has found that a law restricting medical care for women seeking an abortion is unconstitutional and cannot be enforced. Read HERE.
May 15th
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Think about it
Thought-provoking 30-second VIDEO from Ipas, a global non-governmental organization dedicated to ending preventable deaths and disabilities from unsafe abortion.
May 15th
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It's Women's Health Week!
Here’s a checklist for your well-woman visit. Take care of yourself during Women’s Health Week … and all year!
May 14th
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“Gates Foundation Website: “There is no controversy in matters of equality. More...”
– Melinda Gates (yes, the wife of Bill) is a new leader in reproductive health care. Why? Because, as she says, there should be no controversy when it comes to birth control.
May 14th
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State-by-state guide to 2012 anti-choice laws
Don’t think it’s a war on women? Check out THIS state-by-state guide to 2012’s anti-choice laws - so far.
May 14th
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20 Inspirational Moms
In recognition of Mother’s Day, HERE are 20 Moms - including our national president, Cecile Richards - who inspire us. Happy Mother’s Day!
May 13th
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T-t-t-too much time on its hands!
Guess the religious right doesn’t like organizations that build confidence and character of girls, and teach them how to care for their own bodies and health. Now in its sights: the Girl Scouts. Partly because they are being linked to Planned Parenthood. *Sigh* Read HERE.
May 12th
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Are we there yet?
Nope.
May 11th
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What you weren't expecting while you were...
Orgasm can cause breast milk let-down … really??!!? In preparation for Mother’s Day, one of our Feronia Project contributors talks about motherhood and provides information you may not find anywhere else. Click HERE.
May 10th
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Saddened by North Carolina vote
Disappointed and saddened that North Carolina voters approved the gay marriage ban. This country has become more interested in legislating “morality” rather than working together to improve the economy and create jobs.
May 9th
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How Mirena has changed my life
One of our Feronia Project contributors talks about how the Mirena IUD/IUC has changed her life - for the better. Read HERE.
May 8th
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May 8th
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May 8th
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May 7th
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One reason why we need feminism
Yes, yes, yes! whoneedsfeminism: I need feminism because of all the men who think they have the right to protest abortion. It’s not your body. It’s not your decision.
May 7th
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Utah 72-Hour Waiting Period To Begin This Week →
And the hits keep coming … bebinn: rhrealitycheck: by Robin Marty Utah is about to break new ground this week with a new law scheduled to go into effect on Tuesday that will force women seeking a safe, legal abortion to endure the country’s longest waiting period between her first visit to a clinic and the time of the actual procedure. Although South Dakota was the first to pass a...
May 7th
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What to do when your STD results are positive
Education is key - knowledge is power. If you learn that you have an STD or STI, there are some steps you should take for your own health and the health of your partner(s). Click HERE for more.
May 7th
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I'm in love!
Cool! (And thanks :) loveisfluid: with Planned Parenthood. <3 It’s pretty serious, you guys.
May 5th
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May 5th
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