Women's Health

8 words in this vocabulary list

noun a contemptible or despicable person

  • The doctor recommended using a gentle douche for feminine hygiene.
  • I can't believe he acted like such a douche at the party last night.
  • She called him a douchebag for not showing up to her birthday dinner.
  • His behavior towards his employees was like a douche, constantly belittling them.

noun a serious condition in which a pregnant woman suddenly develops high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling, often followed by seizures

  • Eclampsia is a serious condition that can occur during pregnancy, characterized by high blood pressure and seizures.
  • My cousin had eclampsia during her pregnancy, but thankfully she and the baby are doing well now.
  • Eclampsia is no joke, it can be really dangerous for both the mother and the baby.
  • Dealing with that project was like navigating through a minefield, it felt like a constant state of eclampsia.

noun the state of being a mother; motherhood

adjective related to pregnancy and childbirth

  • The company offers maternity leave to all female employees.
  • She's taking maternity leave next month to prepare for the arrival of her baby.
  • I heard she's going on maternity soon, so we'll have to cover for her at work.
  • The garden was in a state of maternity, with flowers blooming and birds chirping.

noun a mass of absorbent material inserted into a body cavity or wound to absorb bodily fluid

  • She discreetly placed a tampon in her purse before heading to the restroom.
  • Can you grab me a tampon from the bathroom? I forgot to restock.
  • I always keep a stash of tampons in my bag for emergencies.
  • His comment was like a tampon - unnecessary and uncomfortable.

noun a muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women and most female mammals.

  • The doctor explained the importance of regular check-ups for the health of the vagina.
  • I heard that wearing tight jeans can be uncomfortable for your vagina.
  • She was complaining about her vagina being itchy after swimming in the pool.
  • The company's new marketing strategy was a breath of fresh air for their sales, like a refreshing breeze for a tired vagina.

noun a type of contraceptive device that is inserted into the vagina before sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections

  • The female condom is a type of barrier method used for contraception.
  • Have you ever tried using a female condom before?
  • I heard female condoms are a game changer in the bedroom.
  • Using a female condom is like taking control of your own sexual health.

noun a place designated for nursing mothers to breastfeed or pump milk in privacy and comfort

  • The company provides a designated lactation room for new mothers to pump breast milk during work hours.
  • Hey, have you seen the new lactation room they set up on the second floor?
  • I heard the lactation room is the new spot to take a break and relax.
  • In times of chaos, the lactation room became her sanctuary where she found peace and quiet.

noun a place where abortions are performed

  • Abortuaries are facilities where abortions are performed under medical supervision.
  • Some people protest outside abortuaries because they are against abortion.
  • I heard there's a new abortuary opening up in town.
  • The debate over abortuaries often sparks heated discussions about women's rights.