As you prepare to give birth, you might take a childbirth class, practice patterned breathing, and pack a hospital bag. You might also consider starting to massage your perineum — the area of skin ...

Even though celebrity moms like Chrissy Teigen have made talking about the not-so-glamorous side of pregnancy more commonplace, the topic of tearing during childbirth isn't discussed as much as it ...

While most expectant mothers are excited, many are also anxious about giving birth, especially first-time mothers. Perineal trauma is something many expectant mums are fearful about. It is hard to ...

Perineum sunning involves exposing the area of skin between the genitals and anus to sunlight. Proponents claim doing so can provide a large energy boost. Wellness trends seem to emerge and fade just ...

The perineum is the area between the genitals and the anus. Possible causes of pain in this area include tears during childbirth, infections, and pelvic floor problems. Perineal pain can affect people ...