Welcome to Her Health Matters
Everything your OB never explained—finally, in plain English
No medical jargon. No assumptions that you already know. No dismissive “it’s probably nothing” when something feels wrong.
Her Health Matters is the health education you deserved all along—clear, evidence-based explanations of how your body works, what symptoms mean, and what questions to ask your healthcare provider.
What We Cover
Understanding Your Body
Menstrual cycle mechanics beyond “normal” and “abnormal”
Hormone function and what blood tests actually measure
Reproductive anatomy and how everything connects
Sexual function and common concerns
Decoding Medical Information
Lab results: What the numbers actually mean
Imaging results: Understanding ultrasounds and MRIs
Diagnosis explanations without the jargon
Treatment options and what to consider
Symptoms & When to Worry
Normal variations vs. signs of problems
When to call your doctor vs. go to the ER
What “watch and wait” actually means
Red flags that require immediate attention
Advocating for Yourself
Questions to ask at every appointment
How to describe symptoms effectively
Getting your concerns taken seriously
When and how to push back
Our Philosophy
Your doctor should explain things in language you understand. But medical training doesn’t include “how to talk to patients like humans,” and 15-minute appointments don’t allow time for real education.
That’s where Her Health Matters comes in. We translate complex medical information into accessible knowledge you can actually use. No dumbing down—just clear explanations that respect your intelligence.
Sample Explainers
“What Your Doctor Means When They Say ‘Elevated Risk’”
Breaking down how doctors calculate and communicate risk—and what those percentages actually mean for you.
“Reading Your Labs: A Guide to Common Blood Tests”
What TSH, hemoglobin, and hormone levels tell you about your health—and when to question the “normal” range.
“Understanding Ultrasound Reports: What All Those Measurements Mean”
Decoding the cryptic language of radiology reports and what to ask your provider.
“Pain Scales Are Broken: How to Describe Your Symptoms”
Why “rate your pain 1-10” doesn’t work, and better ways to communicate what you’re experiencing.
Monthly Features
Ask Dr. Connor
Submit your questions for detailed answers from a practicing OB/GYN who actually explains things.
Myth vs. Medicine
Separating evidence-based facts from wellness industry nonsense and internet misinformation.
The Appointment Prep Guide
Specific questions to ask for different visit types (annual exam, new symptom, second opinion, etc.).
Who This Is For
You’ve left medical appointments confused, with a prescription you don’t understand for a condition no one explained. You’ve Googled symptoms and ended up more scared than informed. You’ve been told “it’s probably nothing” when you know something’s wrong.
Her Health Matters gives you the medical literacy to be an active participant in your own healthcare—not a passive recipient of whatever your doctor decides.
Your health. Your understanding. Finally.
