If you have not made it to the doctor yet, or simply prefer to avoid the doctor, there are some contraceptive choices available over-the-counter (OTC) at your local drugstore, grocery store or discount store. OTC birth control is affordable, accessible and effective, if it is used correctly. Both barrier methods and chemical contraceptive options are easily purchased without a … [Read more...] about Types of Over-the-Counter Birth Control
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Over-the-Counter Medicine for Menopause
Hot flashes, vaginal atrophy, relaxation of the pelvic muscles and hair growth where you don't want it and hair thinning where you do. If that litany doesn't make you want to scream, it will surely have you running to your nearest pharmacy for some help. Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are available for menopausal women. Just make sure you know what's what. Menopause … [Read more...] about Over-the-Counter Medicine for Menopause
Grass Countertop Drying Rack
I love companies that offer a fun twist on a classic item. With the Grass Countertop Drying Rack, Boon Inc. has accomplished just that. With a creative design featuring flexible blades that look just like real grass, this drying rack will bring a little nature into your kitchen. The flexible grass-shaped blades will hold all your baby accessories as they air dry after washing. … [Read more...] about Grass Countertop Drying Rack
Airplane Encounters: The Cute Mom
On the way home from spring break, I sat in the back of a certified “completely full flight” surrounded by my husband and three kids, ages 11 to 16 (my husband is 47, just to be clear). Behind me sat a cute mom and two super cute, albeit plump, blonde kids with adorable freckles. A boy and a girl. During the flight, one of the kids kicked my seat as if determined to drill … [Read more...] about Airplane Encounters: The Cute Mom
Over-the-Counter Allergy Help
Just because you suffer from allergies doesn't mean that you have to accept seasonal periods of discomfort. Finding relief from your allergy symptoms doesn't even require a doctor's visit. Instead of heading to your M.D. every time your allergies kick up, select from an assortment of over-the-counter allergy relief options to ease your symptoms and make your seasonal allergies … [Read more...] about Over-the-Counter Allergy Help