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<p>PMS is characterised by a cyclical change in mood which coincides with the second half of the menstrual cycle (days 15 to 28)</p>

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome: The telltale signs

Sun, 26 Jul, 2020

What causes PMS, and how can you deal with it? Dr Michelle O'Driscoll has some answers...

What you need to know about Vitamin D

Mon, 03 Aug, 2020

How is it good for you, and how can you get more of it? Dr Michelle O'Driscoll has the answers

<p>One in three babies in Ireland are being born by C-section. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: C-section – the misunderstood way to give birth

Fri, 07 Aug, 2020

Despite one in three babies being born by C-section in Ireland (a rise of 50% since 2000), it’s a procedure that comes with many misconceptions, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Seasonal changes cause lower serotonin and dysregulated melatonin levels in the brain, which are chemicals involved in mood management. </p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Why are we feeling so S.A.D?

Fri, 14 Aug, 2020

As the evenings get shorter, are you finding your mood already dipping?

<p>Eczema affects 20% of children and 10% of adults.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to cope with Eczema

Fri, 21 Aug, 2020

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll talks about the types of eczema and shares some practical tips on managing the condition

<p>"While we wish more than anything for our kids to be back in school, learning with their friends, getting on with their lives and their development, we are also trying to weigh this up against the desire to shield them from unnecessary danger." Picture stock.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How can we support our children emotionally during the return to school?

Fri, 28 Aug, 2020

Where do we even begin in terms of supporting our children emotionally through the return to school, asks Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column

<p>"Your own personal treatment plan will be created in due course. A different drug, a different dose, trial and error may well be necessary to find the perfect fit." Picture: Stock, posed by model</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Antidepressants - what role can they play in treatment?

Fri, 04 Sep, 2020

While antidepressants have their place for many individuals, they are rarely just a single bottom-line, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>"Playing an active role in our own treatment is much more beneficial in the long run, because uncertainty and lack of knowledge are key contributors to medication errors," so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to manage if you are on multiple medications

Fri, 11 Sep, 2020

Playing an active role in our own treatment is much more beneficial in the long run, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column

<p>Those first 12 weeks is a time of extensive development of baby’s little brain and nervous system, says Dr O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Supporting baby through the fourth trimester

Fri, 25 Sep, 2020

The fourth trimester is the first three months of your new baby's life. Here Dr Michelle O'Driscoll tells us how we can support your child through this time of development and change

<p>Mum’s wellbeing is very important too in the fourth trimester. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Taking care of mum during the fourth trimester

Fri, 02 Oct, 2020

In her weekly WoW! column, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll talks about the importance of mum's wellbeing, during baby's first few weeks

<p> Pouring from an empty cup takes its toll, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Caring for the carer

Fri, 09 Oct, 2020

If you don't look after yourself, you are absolutely no use to anybody else, so says pharmacist and researcher, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll who offers advice to carers

<p>Trying to conceive is a biological and emotional minefield. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Advice on preparing to conceive

Fri, 16 Oct, 2020

There are a number of ways women can support themselves in their conception journey, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>KEEP IN CONTACT: Pick up the phone, do a Zoom call, reach out and stay in touch with people, during Lockdown 2. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Tips for coping during Lockdown 2?

Fri, 23 Oct, 2020

Knowing what we're in for is harder this time around, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll, who shares some tips on how to make the latest Level 5 restrictions a bit easier.

<p>"These products are not suitable for everybody, particularly if there are underlying health conditions or you’re taking other medication too," warns Michelle. Picture: Stock.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Beware of getting addicted to Codeine

Fri, 06 Nov, 2020

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll gives advice regarding the use of codeine

<p>Colic is the term used for “excessive crying,” but it has no official scientific definition. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Does my child have colic?

Fri, 13 Nov, 2020

If your child has colic there are things you can do to help them, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Procrastination is the complete opposite of productivity. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: The art of Procrastination

Fri, 20 Nov, 2020

Do you procrastinate? If so Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some tips on how to avoid it and get stuff done!

<p>FEELING FRAZZLED: Christmas can be filled with tears, conflict, tensions - these feelings could be avoided, says Dr MichelleO'Driscoll.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Why we need Mindfulness this Christmas

Thu, 26 Nov, 2020

Mindfulness has the potential to transform Christmas, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column for WoW!

<p>Some medications can cause low thyroid levels, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Are you suffering from Thyroid issues?

Thu, 10 Dec, 2020

Thyroid issues seem to affect women more than men, writes Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Give yourself time to do some journaling or goal setting perhaps? Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Give yourself the gift of self-care this Christmas

Thu, 17 Dec, 2020

Many of us are running on empty as the year comes to a close. Here Dr Michelle O'Driscoll offers us some advice on how to recharge

<p>Symptoms of cervical cancer can include bleeding between periods, painful intercourse, spotting or discharge, or pelvic pain. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: One New Year's resolution you need to follow through on...

Fri, 01 Jan, 2021

In her weekly column for WoW! Dr Michelle O'Driscoll talks about the importance of getting regular smear tests