Marriage counseling has arguably become a rite of passage for modern American couples. Social conservatives lament such facts are proof that the social fabric has frayed considerably while others view such developments as a positive sign that everybody is owning up to reality at last.Whatever the case, marriage counseling has definitely been a growth industry, though whether such trends will hold in such recessionary times remains to be seen....more
It was not long ago that it was considered illegal to either purchase or sell birth control or contraceptive products. When the birth control pill was first offered to the Canadian market, it was sold as a product for regulating a woman's menstrual cycle. The ban was finally lifted in 1969 when the federal government allowed the use of birth control products. This included condoms that come out from under drugstore counters, where...more
Women arent supposed to lose their hair. Theres a reason why its often called our crowning glorywe are conditioned to believe that long, shiny, flowing tresses are a necessary part of our feminine beauty. Sadly, theres a lot of shame and stigma attached to hair losseven more for women than for men, since its not supposed to happen to us at all! However, there are so many options for women today. Lets discuss some of the choices.MedicationsBoth minoxidil and finasteride are clinically proven to re-grow hair. Minoxidil is readily available over-the-counter, so you have the option to treat thinning hair without seeing a physician or needing a prescription. There are side effectsdizziness is one, bodily and facial hair growth is another. Each of us can determine if these apply to us, and whether the benefits outweigh these possibilities. Finasteride is prescription only, and theres a little more of a trick to thisfinasteride is strictly for women who have NO chance of becoming pregnant. It is pregnancy category x, meaning that it can definitely result in severe birth defects (deformities in male fetuses). Obviously, with warnings like this, many women need to stay, literally,...more
A woman's body undergoes many changes during pregnancy as well after giving birth. Many women even notice facial changes as well. Not only do they experience puffiness in the body due to water retention and weight gain but also acne, dryness and discoloration of the skin. After giving birth, it is not easy to lose the extra weight...more
When people sit down to write about dieting, theres a terrible temptation to assume everyone is the same. Well, thats never going to give you the best outcome. So heres some advice just for women who have been through the menopause. This can be a difficult time as one part of your life closes and another opens. There may be both physical and...more
Skincare 101 for Women: Tips from Manhattan/ New York's Best Spa (Dyanna Spa) on Skincare for All Skin TypesVisit DyannaSpa.com! Women across the globe- and especially in New York/ NYC, regardless of your age, know it is extremely important to maintain a daily skincare regiment to prevent signs of aging and ensure they always look youthful and healthy. The problem is that every woman has different skin concerns she needs to address and therefore a skincare regimen needs to be customized to each and every woman's type of skin. That's why the expert aestheticians at New York's Best Spa for skincare (according to Citysearch voters)- Dyanna Body & Nail Spa in Gramercy Park, Manhattan- have created a solution to each individual woman's skincare needs.Here are just some treatments that might work wonders for your personal skin concern:Seeing wrinkles develop on your face and the skin begin to lose its vibrance? Try the Chocolate Peel Facial at Dyanna Spa, which is designed to resuscitate neglected skin. This antioxidant-rich natural ingredient is packed with polyphenols and is combined in a unique formula to deliver superior refining, anti-aging of the epidermis and skin restorative...more
What a splash! Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer -- the stars of TV vampire series "True Blood" -- have married in Malibu a year after announcing their engagement, U.S. celebrity magazines reported on Sunday. Paquin, who won an Oscar at the...more
Speaking of Women's Socks, I recall an advertising that impressed me a lot the first time I came across. A woman with beautiful long legs wearing women's socks waked gently, showing off her legs with socks. And the beside peacock which...more
A man who has taken it on himself to be romantic and choose a diamond ring for his girlfriend can find the task rather daunting, especially if it is meant to be a surprise proposal.Diamond rings are a symbol of love, therefore choosing...more
Most men seem to rely on "random attraction" as a way to meet and hook up with women. And that kind of strategy is usually not very successful, maybe mediocre at best. To really become successful at attracting a woman, you need to be able to...more
Golf is a sport that many people love to play. There are many who want to be like Tiger Woods. With that in mind, you might want to tell the golfing woman that you love that you are proud of her and give her a momento to show off her golfing side....more
Women need to know they are loved. With that in mind, you might be looking for great gift ideas for women. We have some of those for you. It might not be the first thing that popped into your mind, but its still something we think might impress women...more