If you have varicose veins or are concerned that you might develop them, consider these answers to common questions to better educate yourself on preventing and treating venous disorder. What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are nonfunctional superficial veins that are visible through the skin. They are often purple or blue in color and may […]
When we talk about varicose veins, we’re usually talking about the unsightly spider or bulging veins that are visible through the skin on our legs. What most people don’t know is that varicose and spider veins can also appear on many other places on the body. Here are three places you didn’t know you could […]
When you’re pregnant, you have plenty to worry about—what will things be like when your baby is born, what will you name your baby, what color should you paint the nursery, what things will your baby need—so the last thing you need to do is add worrying about varicose veins on top of everything else. […]
Every expecting mother fantasizes of that moment when she gets to hold her baby in her arms for the first time after nine months of waiting. While bringing a baby into the world is one of the most beautiful things a woman can experience, the changes that happen to a woman’s body during pregnancy—stretch marks […]
Pregnancy and childbirth is one of the most natural things in a woman’s life. Unfortunately, it can also take a heavy toll on our health. Every pregnancy has potential risks and problems, whether these are conditions you already have or you develop. More serious conditions can include anything from high blood pressure to diabetes and […]
May is one of the most beautiful months of the year. Originally named for the Greek goddess of fertility Maia, this month brings a lot of joyful spring festivities, such as May Day, Memorial Day, and of course Mother’s Day. First celebrated in US in 1908, Mother’s Day was started by Anna Jarvis who held […]
Pregnancy and childbirth are one of the most natural things in a woman’s life. It might not be the most pleasant experience for some of us, but becoming a mom and being able to watch your children grow, form their characters and see the reflection of yourself in your offspring is worth all potential trouble […]
Do your legs feel tired and heavy after a long day? Are you woken up by leg cramps in the middle of the night? Have you just undergone surgery or are you planning a long-haul flight? Compression stockings could help you in all these situations. Do I even need compression stockings, I hear you […]
Being pregnant and becoming a mom is one the happiest times for most women, and despite potential risks, we would all agree that they’re worth the bundle of joy we will enjoy for the rest of our lives. One of the less pleasant experiences we face during pregnancy is the formation of varicose veins and […]