Women's Health - Relationships & Family

The reasons behind this battle of the sexes, and tips for a peaceful solution.

While there are many benefits to working while sick, you ll still have to cope with job stress and the side effects of treatment. Here s help.

Hostile cooperation is at the core of passive aggressive behavior, a common way to avoid confrontation. Learn more about how to deal with conflict in a healthy way.

"Me time" has many benefits, including better time-management and improved mental health. Here's a five-step strategy to help you sneak it into your schedule.

If you aren't feeling connected to your spouse these days, read on for steps you can take to turn around your relationship.

Read on for smart ways to safeguard your health and still be a gracious guest.

Typically, the herpes virus is easily managed. However, there are some complications that can result in long-term health issues.

He craves more independence, but you aren't ready to give up control. Unfortunately, this kind of interference on your part can endanger your child's development, among other things.

Open mouth, insert foot. A bad impression is sure to stick unless you take steps to change it. Here's what to do.

Learn about the subtle and not-so-subtle signs of this dangerous behavior pattern.

Here are 10 strategies to help you handle parties, dinners, or school plays in which your ex is also a guest.

Now that you're older and wiser, you may want to pass on what you've learned to the teens in your life.

Experts say that doing nothing can reduce stress, help you heal faster, and contribute to a sense of well-being. Here's how to do nothing the enjoyable way.

"Work-life balance." It's a pretty elusive term. Is it actually possible to have it all?

If you're having difficulty conceiving naturally, two common procedures can increase your chances. See which one is better for you.

Here are some reasons you'll want to get between the sheets, and linger a little longer, too.

Maca, better known as Peruvian ginseng, is purported to be an aphrodisiac. But can it really make you perform better in bed?

Adults ages 50 and older are at an increased risk for STDs. Here's what you need to know to avoid catching or spreading serious diseases.

A new study reveals how being open about your sexuality can bode well for your health.

This communication tool can help your family unit thrive. Here's how to organize a successful session.

From the school yard to cyberspace, here's how recognize bullying in all its forms and how to teach your child the best ways to respond.

Need a reason to get moving? Let your nagging spouse (or child) help you out. Learn why nagging can be good for your health.

On the road to romance, women may encounter several speed bumps. Surprisingly, some are self-inflicted. Learn about the three main roadblocks, plus find tips to get back on track.

Your reputation is the bedrock of your good name. Here's how to look after it.

Sometimes it's not a telltale sign of abuse. Other times the victim is in denial. Whatever the situation, there is help.

Ever find yourself green with envy, even toward your friends? Take the time to examine these feelings so you can understand what they really mean.

Having marital troubles? The real problem may lie with your sleeping habits.

Think you're too old to pick up a sexually transmitted disease? Think again.

You love your pet. But what happens if your significant other can't set foot in your home without coughing or sneezing? Don't let allergies end your relationship. Read on for ways to solve the problem.

One of the most painful questions parents of disabled children must ask is, "What will happen after I'm gone?" Here's a starting point for approaching this important topic.

Yes, you do need disability insurance. Here's why, and here's how to make sure you've got enough coverage if you suddenly find yourself injured and suffering a loss of income.

Long-married couples face crises, too. To help avoid marital dissolution, put these healthy practices into place.

If you're open to love, your next relationship could be right around the corner.

These simple tips will help you clear away the clouds to let the sunshine in again.

Understanding how the appointment will go can help alleviate any worries for you and her.

Caring for an aging relative? You'll need to secure some legal documents for their long-term care. Here's a useful overview.

Friends matter. They inspire, advise, and comfort us in a way no one else can. Here are examples of some friendships worth cultivating, and others worth cutting.

Obesity in adults may affect the way physicians treat them. According to research, doctors are less compassionate toward overweight patients, making patients less likely to seek treatment.

Stuck inside with "nothing to do"? Your family will have a blast dancing, storytelling, and writing letters to long-distance relatives.

To get more out of life, sometimes you have to opt for less. Here's how.

Are you chronologically challenged? Here are some tips to get in sync with your schedule.

Not only does holding a grudge affect your relationships, but it can also hurt your health. Here's how to begin letting go of resentment.

You exchange emails and texts with someone else but never get physical. Are you being unfaithful to your partner?

Think you always have to be the one in charge? It's time to think again.

Listening to your loved ones is an essential way to gain trust and respect.

Looking to rekindle some of the closeness between you and your partner? Try a little TLC.

To handle the loneliness, set goals, increase your social network, and engage in activities such as volunteering, taking courses, or traveling with other singles.

Good step-parenting requires patience, maturity, and high levels of teamwork.

Always speak up with kindness when your partner hurts you emotionally.

Couples need to work out their unique management of time together and time apart.

Date night can reconnect you to your special someone, but avoid the letdown of the preconceived romantic ideal. Here's how.

In order to grow, you have to be honest with yourself. Here's how to get back on track.

At a certain point during menopause contraception is no longer needed. But take this information into account.

Whether it's a romantic, familial, or friendly union, these red flags signal danger ahead.

To be a responsible partner, it's imperative to know if you have any communicable diseases, but when it comes to testing at home, there are pros and cons.

Public shaming went out with the Puritans. There are other ways for couples to give and receive feedback in the presence of others.

Here's how to move forward when it's time to move on.

Try our fixes to solve the top issues behind why you're just not in the mood.

File under: no surprise. The economic climate has eroded not only retirement portfolios, but our relationships.

Is it better to "sleep on it" or resolve the issue? A new study answers this question.

A self-absorbed attitude can cause health hazards, reveals a new study.

Popular in the 80s, this form of birth control is making a comeback. Here's what to consider.

At the heart of healthy relationships, you'll find communication and understanding. These same qualities are essential in the bedroom.

Protect your health by learning how to avoid these common blunders.

Here are the basics to know about emergency contraception before you need it.

Single? Married? Divorced? Your answer may have a direct impact on your health.

Could you really enjoy multiple climaxes or are they simply a copulation crock?

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. Follow these tips to make it easier.

Here's how to improve your intimacy despite your physical differences.

A healthy love life will bring you closer to your partner and strengthen your relationship. But can it improve your overall health and protect you from illness?

The quality of your relationship and the maturity in each of you are the best preventions against cheating again.

Communication is key when it comes to a successful sexual relationship. But it's not always the easiest subject to talk about. Here's a head start to knowing what men want.

While your intentions may be innocent, the illnesses that can be transmitted through a simple smooch are not. Watch out for these.

Valentine's Day doesn't just have to be for couples. Include all the other people you care about in your life.

Balancing office and home life can create conflicts between demands and stress from both sides. But there may also be healthy benefits to working outside the home.

This alternative treatment has proven benefits for conditions like chronic pain and stress. But can it combat infertility?

If you and your partner don't have the same sexual appetite, worry not. We'll provide the insight to diagnose the issue and 9 exciting ways to get you seeing eye-to-eye.

Sustaining success in New Year's resolutions requires you to alter your brain's pleasure map, but if you plan correctly, you can succeed.

The ups and downs associated with relationships don't pertain only to emotions. In fact, your partnership, good or bad, can have a real effect on your body.

Whether you're the jealous one or the recipient, sibling rivalries are never easy to cope with. Here, tips on how to get past the green-eyed monster and rebuild your relationship.

Nothing terrible will happen to your figure if you spend a night indulging in your favorite comfort foods. But unfortunately, if you get into the habit of noshing as a way to numb the pain of a breakup, you may be horrified the next time you hop on the scale.

A new observational study uncovered why men seem to struggle when it comes to talking about their problems. Read on to get the scoop.

Nearly every workplace has one, yet few know how to deal with him effectively. Follow these 6 tips to make your day go more smoothly.

A great sex life might seem like one of life's perks for young people. But these days, it s not uncommon for younger as well as older individuals to suffer from a low libido. Here, common causes and how to address them.

If you're a new divorcee, you may be surprised to find the dating game has changed—drastically. In order to navigate the rules of courtship, follow these tips.

Don t call it quits with your partner just because you are going through tough times. Here are some tips to strengthen your relationship.

Excitement in relationships can be very appealing, but make sure it does not blind you to the man's questionable behavior.

It's important that your partner spend time with your children, but don't foster relationships between them too soon.

If you are having serious last minute doubts about your wedding, seek professional counseling and advice from trusted and wise friends.

A healthy dependency is a two-way relationship; both parties contribute to it in positive ways. A codependent relationship, in contrast, is an unhealthy, dysfunctional, perhaps even abusive, one-sided relationship.

All couples experience some moments of uncertainty, but if your spouse possesses too many of these 10 traits, he may not be the right man for you.

Here are tips for working through grief in a healthy way when it involves an entire community.

If you're newly single, you may be feeling a whole range of emotions, both negative and positive. Still, assessing yourself honestly is an essential step to avoiding future relationship blunders.

Remarriages are tough enough, so if your new spouse has children, accept that he or she will probably need to see the children's other parent.

If your sex life feels limp and lackluster these days, resolve to spice it up. No, not with dietary supplements or prescription pills, but by exercising with a purpose.

Just because you've had sex with someone too early in a relationship, it doesn't mean that you have to continue with it.

Are you hyper-focused on one particular person? Can't resist calling him several times a day? Do you analyze his every action? If you've answered "yes," you may have one-itis.

Stress is high when your partner is suddenly out of work, so it's especially important that you stay calm and positive and work as a problem-solving team.

Sure, there may be a laundry list of activities that make you happy, but when it comes to reconnecting with your partner, these are key (and the reason is chemical).

Relationship expert LeslieBeth Wish, Ed.D., answers readers' questions about reading people in our exclusive weekly series.

Resolving conflicts doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, you can make the process easy on the both of you by following these ten tips.

If your libido seems to be waning and you're just not as interested in sex as you used to be, you may have wondered whether you should try to get help. Moreover, you may be concerned about from where that help will come.

Psychologist and licensed clinical social worker Dr. LeslieBeth Wish answers a reader's question about the benefits of veering from the truth.

Volunteering can be one of the most enriching and satisfying experiences of your life. Here's how to get started.

Changing the rules, limits, and values in your relationship is difficult, but sometimes you have to be true to yourself.

For a growing number of families (couples and singles, too), personal chefs are becoming as common and indispensable as housekeepers. They're the answer to "What's for dinner?"

We all know what pressure feels like. But when it comes to making a long-term commitment, are you prepared to overcome cold feet?

Trust can be broken, and forgiveness can be difficult, but sometimes, to build trust, you first have to give it.

Can waiting until after you tie the knot mean better sex in the long-term?

Don't just dismiss your parents' disapproval of your mate sometimes their concerns have merit.

We all have unique responses to losing someone or something important to us, but beware of signs that your reactions are too frequent, intense, or long.

Despite greater flexibility in gender roles, it s still wise to pay attention to men s reactions to having highly successful female partners and spouses.

A satisfying relationship with a special someone doesn't happen overnight. If you're looking for love, you may wonder why it's just not happening. You may find the process much easier if you learn to love yourself first.

It's not unusual to have first-time sex let down in a relationship. With certain techniques, however, you can increase your satisfaction.

One research team studied older people on the small Greek island of Ikaria, a place where fully one-third of residents live to at least 90, and found that the residents share many healthful habits.

Follow these tips to improve communication with your partner and do away with the criticizing, berating, and belittling you've become accustomed to.

Relocating is one of life's top stressors, but you can reduce your anxiety by doing things such as learning about the new place now.

When your partner's reactions turn into over-the-top anger, it's often best to stay calm but warm.

Even though most of us want to know our partner's feelings and intentions, it's usually better to let the relationship play out on its own.

Having children is an exciting, rewarding experience for most parents. For women suffering from depression, however, parenting is especially difficult and untreated depression can have long-lasting effects on their children.

If you don't have much interest in sex these days, you may worry that you'll never reclaim the passion and sexual desire you once had. Well, worry not. These supplements will get that fire raging once again.

You're newly single, and this may be an excellent time to re-enter the dating game. But before you hop back into the game, consider these tips.

Having close friends is essential to any productive social life; however, it is possible that one of your "friendships" may be more than just that. Read on to find out if you're really partaking in an emotional affair.

Great honeymoons can occur any time in a marriage--and can even be more fun if you don't go away immediately after the wedding!

If you find that your fire is burning one minute only to find it extinguished the next, you may have an irregular sex drive. In order to remedy your libido woes, you need to know what's causing it. Here, the four most common culprits.

Sure, expressing your emotions in positive ways can be a challenge, but keeping them bottled up is likely to lead to an explosion down the road.

Smart and happy couples manage and expect disagreements, but they usually know how to "dial down" the intensity.

Don't wait for fate to bring you together: it may never happen. Instead, take a chance with one of these attention getting tips.

When sex stops being satisfying between you, your relationship becomes vulnerable. The remedy: effective communication. Follow these ten tips to voice your concerns without offending your partner.

If your partner frequently says one thing when he means another, you may question his sincerity. Before mixed signals start causing your relationship to unravel, there's a lot you should consider.

Many things can temporarily derail a relationship, including an episode of depression. It is possible, however, to get relationships back on track after treatment.

You don't have to love the partners of your friends and family, but you do need to find some common ground and a way to get along.

Your partner is undergoing a traumatic experience. You want to be supportive, but he's not the easiest person to help. Here's what to do.

If you're suspicious that your partner has broken your trust, it can be a heavy burden to carry around. Get at the truth by looking for these ten tell-tale signs.

Reading people is not an exact science, but you should know about key signs such as shaking legs and looking away.

Is your ideal man one who can "protect" you from the evils of the past? Or are you a guy who feels the need to "rescue" women who have been wronged? If you answered "yes" to either question, you may have Knight in Shining Armor Syndrome.

Having a broken heart in love doesn't always make you wiser. Some of the top things to look for are similar sense of humor and ability to apologize.

Having trouble getting in the mood? You can feel amorous, sexy, and ready for love without having to resort to pills or patches.

The Web offers many options for staying connected and keeping loved ones updated on your or your family member's health issues. These methods are fast, easy, and efficient, and you'll know your support network is right there with you as a part of your journey.

Looking at pornography doesn't have to be a problem, but you do need to worry if it becomes uncontrollable, abusive, or detrimental to your intimate relationship.

If your relationship's been nearly as chilly as the cold, dark winter, warm things up with these tips for a spring relationship cleanup.

Separations are more than just time to date other people. They are opportunities to learn about you.

If you're always putting yourself first without thinking of your significant other's needs, you're setting up your relationship for failure.

Has your unconscious come to surface and forced you into a sticky, embarrassing situation? If so, worry not. There are ways to bounce back.

If you want to change your love life, focus on changing how you interact with your partner.

Telling your partner he's gained weight is not easy. Try these 10 tips to help motivate him tactfully.

If you partner cheats, and you find out, you re probably expecting a certain reaction like remorse, maybe, or genuine sadness. But how about if he blames his genes? Is this a valid excuse? Find out here.

More people than ever are turning to online dating to make a love connection. While a healthy relationship is a great goal to work toward, here are tips to keep in mind as you navigate your way.

New lovers attribute their passionate feelings to matters of the heart. However, scientists are unraveling the science of falling in love and linking it directly to the brain.

Compromise is the key to any healthy relationship. Here, 8 tips to help you help your partnership.

Conflicting schedules certainly strain a relationship, but you can lessen the stress by doing things such as leaving loving notes and getting organized.

Women simultaneously give their best as professionals, mothers, wives, friends, sisters, daughters, and more. They work inside and outside the home and somehow find time for everyone...except the one person who is most important: Herself.

Here, 10 signs that there may be trouble ahead.

Sexually aggressive men are the most likely to misread important signals.

Since we can't really sleep the day away, here are a few tips for coping with Valentine's Day.

Sex life taking a downward trend? Here, a dozen ideas for how to reignite the passion.

Fewer couples are tying the knot, but romance is still very much alive.

Jealousy is an uncomfortable emotion, but if used wisely, it can motivate you to improve yourself.

Men and women tend to entertain different sexual fantasies. Here are some common sexual fantasies for each.

New research studies further qualify how the quality of the relationship affects a couple s individual happiness and health.

Most of us have been hurt emotionally by someone. Wisdom is deciding why, when, and how to forgive.

You may value empathy, but sometimes too much empathy can lead to dating and mating mistakes.

Even though women are physicians, attorneys, financial executives, athletes, and breadwinners, it may not be in their best interest to propose marriage.

10 tips to infuse your evening with love and intimacy.

Here, 5 tips to keep both of you satisfied in the bedroom.

Did you know you should also have regular sexual health check-ups? At these appointments, your doctor not only can pinpoint any physical conditions early on but may be able to help with certain problems keeping you from enjoying a satisfying sex life.

Whether it's bad breath or body odor, here are some ways to ease into a conversation.

Are you and your partner looking to start or add to your family? Don't let stress put a stop to it.

Getting away for some pressure-free, stress-free time with your partner sounds like a terrific idea. After all, how can two people not get along in a beautiful spot with no kids, no irritating coworkers, and no nagging bosses? Couples retreats have both pros and cons, so weigh both before you sign up

Here, we reveal the truth about how she really feels.

If the feeling just isn't striking you, don't worry. We have the fixes to get you back in the mood.

Remarrying your ex takes a great deal of mutual maturity and wisdom.

People with depression typically lose interest in many activities they once enjoyed, including sex. This can significantly reduce their quality of life. Because many patients are reluctant to discuss sexual problems with their physician, the problem often goes unidentified and untreated.

Living together is on the rise. To make it work, follow some new guidelines.

Do you believe that most people will tell a lie if they think they can gain by it? If you answered yes to this question, chances are you have a bit of a cynical streak.

Falling in love involves both your head and heart. Success lies in knowing how to use both wisely.

You and your partner have a caring, mutually supportive relationship, except for one little sticking point: he s still friendly with his ex. You don t know whether this is perfectly healthy and natural, or whether you should call him on it. Here s how to know when it s okay and when it s not okay.

Being married seems so easy at first: everything's new and fresh, from the bone china to the queen-sized comforter to "officially" sharing a last name. But at some point, the honeymoon's clearly over and you both find yourselves marveling at how tough being married can be.

Seat belts save more than 13,000 lives every year in this country, but they can do so only if you wear them the right way.

If you re considering adding a bundle of joy to your family, you may be in for a surprise to find that getting pregnant isn t necessarily as easy it seems. Still, there are plenty of low-tech ways that you and your partner can increase the odds of becoming parents.

Ask any guy and he'll tell you that he believes it's the women in his life who are the emotional or vulnerable ones. Though that may be true in some circumstances, a recent study has found that men are actually the ones who are most affected by rocky relationships.

Sometimes called female sterilization or "getting your tubes tied," tubal ligation is a surgical technique that prevents a man's sperm from reaching a woman's egg thus preventing pregnancy. If you're considering this procedure, there are key factors you should consider.

Here, warning signs that show you when it's time to call things off.

Ever wonder why sex feels so good? Here s what happens to your body when you make love.

Despite what you might think, talking about others has its benefits.

Learn how to get into online dating and get the results you desire.

The G spot. What is it and where is it? More importantly, does it even exist?

Make sense of your scents. Make perfume or cologne work for you.

Relationships with mothers and stepmothers can be very confusing, but don t give up. Aim to find common ground.

If you ve been with a few women, you may think you know a lot about sex. But with some bedroom experience you soon learn that what is a turn on for one woman is a deal-breaker for another. Good sex means using your brain as much as your body.

It s possible to be too nice, experts say.

The right and wrong way to enhance your romance with texting, email and social networking sites.

How to determine if you two would have a red hot love life.

It works for some people, but not for the long haul.

Want to have a great evening together? Here s what to talk about.

How to whip up the perfect recipe for a stress-free and enjoyable evening.

When it comes to sex, women and men truly do seem to inhabit different planets.

Killer abs may not be linked to better sex, but another body part is.

Learn how to get it right when you want easier intimacy with the guy in your life.

Your sex drive s not gone, it just needs revving up. Rekindle romance in your relationship.

Can kissing help you pick a compatible mate? Studies say it could.

Taking part in a healthy marriage may make you happier in all aspects of your life.

Stuck in a sexual rut? Read these tips to rev up your sex life with your partner.

You'll both experience sexual satisfaction when you tell each other what feels good.

The hormones in oral contraceptives may make boyish-looking guys more attractive to women.

Sometimes it's as simple as just listening and offering her a warm hug. When your woman is feeling stressed, here's how to help.

Here s all you need to know--and why you need to talk to your teen.

Find out how communication breakdowns can cause real emotional issues down the road.

Five classic excuses that scream insincerity.

The disturbing truth about emotional affairs is that they re harder on a marriage than purely physical flings.

When the two of you can t hear what the other one is saying, you may need to address your communication skills.

Food and sex are two of life's great pleasures. However, sustained overeating leads to unwanted weight gain. This often produces unexpected consequences such as squelching your interest in sex.

Don t let life s stresses tempt you to settle in love. Give and take, yes. Settle, no.

If you and your spouse are in a sexless union, you might need some relationship Rx.

If your partner or you cheat, don t assume that it s over between the two of you. See the incident as a wake up call.

Despite our modern American society, experts say emotions are perceived differently.

Egg donation provides couples with infertility other options to have a child. Learn more about how egg donation works.

Men and women need to get some Income Etiquette no matter who makes more money!

Genetics may be why some guys get cold feet.

Here, the facts and myths surrounding why couples are unfaithful.

Today pregnancy and diabetes is more manageable than in previous decades. Here are seven essential things you should know to protect your health and have a healthy baby.

Don t speak first and think later. Here are some tips for those times when your reactions rule.

If every month brings mood swings, meltdowns, and migraines, you may not be the only one who s suffering. Your loved ones may be, too.

New study indicates that ingesting probiotics during pregnancy prevents obesity.

Postpone those candlelight dinners and sex too soon. The flame and the rush can trick you into falling in love quickly and too often with the wrong person.

Without a sexual performance drug for women many are turning to the number one sex enhancer on the market, Viagra. But is it safe for women?

Can long-distance relationships work? For millions of modern couples, they do.

New study suggests that women with high emotional intelligence get more enjoyment from sex.

Still in search of the big "O"? Learn about the surprising factors that affect female orgasms.

Study finds that yoga and mindfulness meditation can improve the sex lives of women.

Here, a guide for how to know you are in love and have chosen the right person to marry.

Psychologist and relationship expert Dr. LeslieBeth Wish answers a reader's question about maintaining distance in a healthy partnership.

When you re going through menopause, sex may take a backseat to coping with hot flashes, mood swings, and other menopause symptoms. Learn how to cope and keep your sex life alive.

Read on for five tips on how to manage your career and motherhood--while still leaving some time for yourself.

Researchers say, despite commonly held beliefs, romance can thrive in long-term relationships. Find out how.

When it comes to intimacy, misinformation abounds. Here, we put the 10 biggest sexual myths to bed.

Looking to keep your love alive? Avoid these missteps at all costs.

Late-shift workers put themselves at risk for certain illnesses. Is there anything they can do to protect their health?

Genetics plays a role in many of our health matters and actions, including learning from out mistakes.

Before you jump into an office relationship, ask yourself these important questions.

An ever-growing topic among psychologists, emotional intelligence can play a significant role in your job, your relationships, and your own self-worth.

Follow these 10 tips to live a healthier lifestyle in the new year and beyond.

Follow these basic strategies to manage your time more efficiently in the coming year.

Foster your baby's curiosity now to improve her intelligence and creativity as she grows.

The first weeks after your baby is born can be exhausting. Find out how to take care of your baby and yourself.