Kallah Education: How It Was, How It’s Been, and Where It Can Go
A woman in her late 60’s once shared with me [...]
Enough from Within
How we conceptualize and judge ourselves often colors the way we believe that others are perceiving us. Self-consciousness and body image struggles are common for women, and they can be exacerbated through inevitable changes that happen through the lifespan. Weight gain, aging, acne, hormone changes, illness- these all bring a heightened attention to one’s body and can bring up a range of thoughts and feelings.
Invest for Success
Tu B’Av, the 15th day of Av, is often referred [...]
Three Misconceptions of Pelvic Pain
May has been declared Pelvic Pain Awareness Month. So, let’s [...]
Coming Home to Yourself
I recently had a funny experience at the supermarket that [...]
Suffering in Silence: Vaginismus and the Unconsummated Marriage
Sara* was a beaming, exuberant bride. After all those hopeless [...]
Starting a New Route: Building Sexual Intimacy
For the average Orthodox couple, marching to the chuppah is [...]