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<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>"Because when we pare it all back, we are essentially grieving the loss of three things from our lives; connection, freedom and security."</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: COVID-19 and grief

Fri, 22 May, 2020

If you had to describe this emotional rollercoaster in just one word, what would it be? That one word is ‘grief’, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column

<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>"The uncertain trajectory of our current reality is undoubtedly causing emotional upheaval for all pregnant women." So says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Pregnancy and COVID-19

Sun, 19 Apr, 2020

WoW! columnist Dr Michelle O'Driscoll is currently pregnant with her second child. Here she shares her worries and concerns and and advice as she navigates pregnancy during a pandemic

<p>Acne occurs when pores in the skin get blocked by dead skin cells and sebum or oil. This is coupled with the growth of bacteria, causing the skin to become inflamed. Picture Stock</p>

Challenging myths about acne

Fri, 07 Jan, 2022

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at what causes acne and how to treat it

<p>When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, we often focus on adding new activities to our lives — like taking up yoga, meditating, spending more time with family, or setting work-related goals.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Let go of what holds you back as you step into 2025

Sat, 28 Dec, 2024

What would be helpful to consider stopping or at least reducing in 2025 asks Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her WoW column.

<p>Hormone Replacement Therapy is not required by or suitable for all perimenopausal or post-menopausal women. </p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Update on HRT plans

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

The realisation of what the proposed scheme will actually entail currently, has led to confusion and disappointment amongst women and healthcare professionals alike, writes Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in WoW.

<p>Although e-cigarette users avoid the well-documented toxins in traditional cigarettes, the long-term effects of the chemicals in vapes remain unclear. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: 'Vaping is far from harmless'

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

In her weekly column in WoW!, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at the current laws relating to vaping and their health risks.

<p> But this week marks the middle of the year, the start of the ‘second half’. How are you feeling? Picture: Stock</p>

Are you suffering from a mid-year slump?

Thu, 08 Jul, 2021

This week marks the start of the second part of the year. It's a great time for reflection says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice on things to consider during your own communications with your child. Pictures: Stock</p>

How to communicate with our children

Fri, 14 Jan, 2022

Children may have lots of questions as we continue to navigate this pandemic. Here Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice on how to communicate with them

<p>Looking after every aspect of yourself physically allows you to be able to invest in the other aspects of your wellbeing, says Michelle.</p>

Now is the time to exam your physical, mental, financial, relationship and career health

Fri, 31 Dec, 2021

It's a good time to take stock of the year just gone and to look at what changes you want to make in 2022, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Nausea and vomiting is seen in up to 90% of pregnancies. Picture: Stock</p>

Coping with nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Sat, 05 Feb, 2022

In her weekly column in WoW! Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice for navigating nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

<p>A combination of the cold water, and also the exercise of swimming itself, is a double whammy for releasing endorphins in the body, says Michelle.</p>

The many benefits of sea swimming...

Wed, 04 Aug, 2021

A 'dose of Vitamin Sea' can help to improve our physical and mental health, so 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>The phrase “our new normal” now gives me the shivers, says Dr O'Driscoll. Picture Denis Minihane.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Some covid lessons are worth digging out of the memory vault

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Back then, we passed our days on the small things, because we had to, and began to realise that the little things really were the big things, writes Dr Michelle O'Driscoll.

<p>GET INFORMED: The goal-posts are constantly shifting in terms of isolation requirements, testing advice and implications, for those boosted versus non-vaccinated. Picture: Stock</p>

Advice for navigating Covid-19 isolation

Wed, 19 Jan, 2022

If you find yourself needing to isolate in the coming weeks, here's some good advice from Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Preparation is key for successfully navigating the need for first aid or any family emergencies. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Be prepared for any family emergency

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

Below are a few ideas to add to your toolkit to benefit your wellbeing.

What you need to know about vaginal thrush

Mon, 19 Aug, 2024

Three quarters of women at some point will experience vaginal thrush

<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>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!