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3 Things You May Not Know About BV

June 26, 2018

Many women are unaware of the risks of bacterial vaginosis (BV), and many don’t even know what it is. BV is a condition that occurs when there is too much of certain bacteria in the vagina. This changes the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina. BV is one of the most common vaginal infections.

Here are three things you may not know about BV:

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6 Things You Can Do Right Now If You're Trying to Conceive

June 19, 2018

According to Baby Center, 85 percent of couples who actively try to get pregnant will conceive within about one year, or 12 menstrual cycles. If they are not able to conceive after one year, it is recommended at that time that they may want to consult a fertility expert. (This time period is reduced to six months before seeing an expert if the woman is over 35 years old.)

Regardless of whether you’re in the early stages of trying to conceive or have been trying for a while, here are a few science-backed tips that may help get your body primed for fertility success.

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3 Ways to Support LGBTQ Rights

June 12, 2018

Did you know that June is LGBTQ Pride Month? Pride is celebrated in June due to the Stonewall Riots that happened in June of 1969 when the police raided the Stonewall Inn—a New York City gay club. This marked history’s first major protest for homosexual equal rights.

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3 Things Women Need to Know About Cancer Prevention

June 05, 2018

This weekend (June 3) was National Cancer Survivors Day, a day for those with a history of cancer to celebrate milestones, connect with one another, and recognize their support network. Most, if not all of us, know someone in our family or community who has been affected by a cancer diagnosis. In fact, roughly 38% of women in the U.S. – or more than one in three – will develop cancer during their lifetime. Given those odds, it seems only fitting to reflect on three practical things to know about reducing our risk.

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Three Peaceful Places to Practice Meditation

May 29, 2018

Meditation can be a unique experience for each of us and we may meditate for different reasons. But, it is usually to accomplish the same results: relaxation, clarity, peacefulness, mindfulness, and to feel grounded and in tune with ourselves. Evidence of meditation dates back to as early as 5,000 to 3,500 BC based on wall art found from that time of people sitting in meditation postures. So, as you can see this form of self-love has been around for a long time.

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6 Summer Date Ideas to Start Planning Today

May 21, 2018

Spring is in full swing here in the Pacific Northwest and nearly all our favorite bulbs and flowering trees have blossomed. That means summer is just around the corner!

If you’re a planner like me, you’re probably already scoping out what’s happening in your city this summer, and marking up your calendar with everything you want to do. Why not plan a special night out (or several) with your special someone? Here are six ideas to get you started.

*What if you’re single? Honestly, these are all great activities to plan with a friend, too. Get out there and seize the summer!

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Women’s Top Five Most Common Health Concerns and What To Do About Them

May 14, 2018

May 13th through 19th marks National Women’s Health Week. The main focus is to raise awareness about manageable steps women can take to improve their overall health. It is important to practice positive health behaviors every day.

Although there are many health concerns women should take caution about, today we are going to talk about five of the most common.

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What Every New Mom Needs to Know About Feminine Hygiene

May 10, 2018

If you’ve just gone through labor, it’s natural that your own wellness and hygiene may not be as top of mind as your newborn baby’s. However, new moms are especially vulnerable to infection in the days and weeks after childbirth and it is not uncommon for women develop infections especially if they had a difficult delivery.

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A Mother's Point of View

May 08, 2018

Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.

In the first few weeks of May, the grocery stores are filling up with “I Love My Mom” balloons and flowers that are bundled together with “Happy Mother’s Day” ribbons. It’s that time of year again— when every son and daughter is on the hunt for that perfect gift to give their moms.

We interviewed Wendy Strgar, founder, and CEO of Good Clean Love as well as a mother of four, about motherhood from her point of view—a mother’s point of view.

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Four Things You Might Not Know About Masturbation

May 01, 2018

May is “International Masturbation Month,” and here at Good Clean Love, we don’t shy away from talking about masturbation and self-pleasure. We agree with physicians and sex therapists the world over that it is a natural part of a sexually healthy life.

To celebrate, we’re sharing four things you might not know about masturbation and the practice of self-pleasure.

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Breathe New Life into Your Relationship This Spring

April 23, 2018

Spring is the time of year when we focus our efforts on cleaning out the clutter and giving everything a fresh new look. It’s also when we sow the seeds for a fruitful year of growth. Why not extend that momentum and efforts to your relationship as well?

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Four Ways to Make Your Bedroom Green

April 16, 2018

Earth Day is coming up on Sunday, April 22, and there are many different ways you can celebrate. You can plant a tree, start your own garden, switch to e-bills, volunteer at a local Earth Day event, or start with something as simple as greening your bedroom.

Here are 4 ways you can celebrate Earth Day by making your bedroom green:

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