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WTH?! (What The Health?!) is a Scary Mommy series that will answer health questions relevant to moms and women that we don’t talk about enough. Think: What is this weird pregnancy symptom? WTF is happening to me postpartum? Are these signs of perimenopause? Let’s normalize these and other women’s health issues by talking about them more in a relatable, less clinical and no-BS way.
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Is There A Test That Can Tell If You’re In Perimenopause?
There is hormone testing you can do, but it’s more complicated than that.
Can Your Hormonal Birth Control Make You Moody AF?
Doctors explain why this can happen and what you can do about it.
Feel Like Your Hangovers Have Gotten Worse With Age? Here's Why
There are a few explanations for it, and one really hits home.
Yep, Perimenopause Can Even Change Your Poop
Doctors share what to look out for and what you can do about it.
5 Illnesses Parents Actually Aren't Likely To Catch From Their Kids
A pediatric doctor explains why adults probably won’t catch these, plus tips for making this sick season less hellish.
Why Does My Mouth Feel Like It’s Burning All The Time?
Some women experience it randomly for years without any clear explanation.
The Most Common Age Perimenopause Starts, & What You Can Do To Prepare
Many women don’t know it can begin as early as it does.
