Aunt Vadge: when I finger myself, it burns
A 28-year-old is fingering herself, but it's started to burn, where it didn't before. What is going wrong?
Lochia – post-birth vaginal discharge
Lochia is the natural post-birth vaginal discharge, comprising mucous, blood, and uterine tissue. It progresses through three stages over 6-8 weeks, starting heavy and gradually becoming lighter. While lochia is a normal part of postpartum recovery, any odour changes should prompt a visit to a healthcare provider to rule out
Understanding and doing the low histamine diet
Important information on doing the low histamine diet under practitioner guidance.
Histamine-containing foods list (searchable)
A searchable list of common foods and their histamine impacts: high, low or releasing.
My Vagina Patient Guide – Histamines
Understand how to do the low histamine diet, and what to take alongside it.
My Vagina Patient Guide – Oxalates
My Vagina patient guide to lowering intake of oxalates and supplements to take alongside.
Oxalates and urinary tract infections
We explain the relationship of calcium oxalate to urinary tract infections.
Understanding and doing the low oxalate diet
Learn about oxalates - what they are and how they are processed by your body.
Understanding and using castor oil packs
Castor oil packs have been used for thousands of years to support the body in detoxification and reducing inflammation. This article explores the science behind castor oil packs, their benefits, and how to properly apply them for various health conditions. From improving lymphatic flow and microbial balance to reducing pain
How to get hormone and blood testing
Learn how to get hormone testing on the right day for the most useful results, and what to do with the results.
Doing the low sulphur diet (with searchable foods list)
The sulfur elimination diet is designed not to cut sulfur out completely but to discover your personal threshold for this crucial nutrient.
Understanding tryptophan (with searchable foods list)
Tryptophan plays a crucial role as the precursor to serotonin and melatonin, influencing our mood, sleep, and circadian rhythm.
How to get enough protein (with searchable foods list)
Explore how adequate protein plays a crucial role in preventing conditions like bacterial vaginosis and supporting overall health.
Aunt Vadge: I did the antibiotics, but I’ve still got urinary tract symptoms – help!
A 22-year-old Brit is still suffering UTI symptoms after doing the antibiotic treatment. Why, and what should she do now?
Tips for making your own herbal treatments
Useful tips on how to chose and prepare herbs for use at home.
Histamine-producing bacteria
Understanding histamine-producing bacteria is essential for managing conditions like allergies and gut health. Our detailed article lists the bacteria involved in histamine production, explains their effects, and provides dietary recommendations to help you maintain a healthy histamine balance in your body.
Understanding light or irregular periods (oligomenorrhoea)
Irregular periods are a cause for pause, as they indicate that a healthy menstrual cycle is not occurring when it should be.
New understandings of endometriosis
New research offers some interesting new pathways to explore when treating endometriosis.
Is my period pain normal?
Period pain can be severe, but is this normal? We discuss what's normal and what's not.
Breastfeeding: impact on estrogen levels, the vagina and pelvic floor
Learn how breastfeeding impacts oestrogen levels, and how that in turn impacts vaginal and pelvic floor health.