We’re pleased to bring you “While You Were Out”—Verily quick takes on the happenings of this week.

Maternal health continues to worsen in America. It could be because abortion and contraception take up all the oxygen in the women’s health conversation.

Pulling back the curtain on this trend . . .

Catch up on all the news you might have missed with our handy summary of the week’s top stories.

Though many still beg to differ

From abortion workers to women who choose abortion, 'Unplanned' shows empathy for the many sides of a complex issue.

A woman shares her story of abortion, grief, and healing.

A former abortion worker shares her personal experience.

Sometimes the hardest part is your friends’ reactions.

Here’s what a doctor says we should understand about choosing and using the right one.

Many women struggle with this health condition, but most will never know.

FABMs have come a long way in the past century—so has the range of reasons women use them.

Understanding what it’s like could help you be a rock for your friend.

‘Women didn’t get this far to be treated like breeding animals.’

These are so common, and with a little proactive care they don't have to be a big deal.

This routine appointment can be a life-changing step in keeping your health in check.

Fight monthly bloating, mood swings, cravings, and more with these easy additions to your diet.

You know your body best.

Do I have a normal menstrual cycle? And other important questions, answered.

Many are hailing our ability to overcome our biological clocks as the path to "having it all".

Our pain threshold is may be significantly higher, so no, we don't need to 'man up'.