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13 Nov

Is Black Period Blood Normal?

If you’re well into your adulthood, you probably feel like you’re a professional at having your period, right? By the time you’re in your early to mid-20s, you’ve already experienced countless menstrual cycles and with it came things you were probably familiar with and not so familiar with. After having your period every 28 days, you know all of your symptoms and prepare for it. You might deal ...

If you’re well into your adulthood, you probably feel like you’re a professional at having your period, right? By the time...

08 Nov

How Much Weight Gain Is Normal on Your Period?

Is it that time of the month for you? When your period comes along, it brings tons of different symptoms and side effects that range from bearable to annoying. While cravings might seem bearable, symptoms like cramping, headaches, and fatigue all push you towards the direction of beyond annoyed. Cramping is definitely the most painful symptom, but is it the most annoying? For some women, they...

Is it that time of the month for you? When your period comes along, it brings tons of different symptoms and side effects ...

13 Sep

When Your Period Signals a Problem

As women, there are tons of things going on with our bodies, our period being the most noticeable. A natural part of our lives, our cycle should be a sign that our body is performing in the way it was made to. While this is true, our period can also be a sign that our body is in need of help. Without any outlying factors, your period should come like clockwork, and while this sometimes varies, ...

As women, there are tons of things going on with our bodies, our period being the most noticeable. A natural part of our l...

21 Aug

Period Changes During Your 20s, 30s, and 40s

Is your period your best friend? If you compare the amount of time you spend with Aunt Flo to that of your friends, she’d probably eclipse their time doubly! Your period is something you can rely on when you’re a woman unless you’re pregnant or on birth control. The 30+ years that you spend with your period can differ depending on how old you are. When you’re a bright, young 20-something, you...

Is your period your best friend? If you compare the amount of time you spend with Aunt Flo to that of your friends, she’d ...

16 Aug

4 Things You Inevitably Do When You Get Your Period

It’s that time of the month again! How are you spending the next few days? Are you still headed out to the gym to keep up with your exercise regimen? Are you keeping your diet fresh and healthy? While you’d probably like to say yes, there’s a big probability that this isn’t the case. There are a few things that we all do when we get our periods, and while they might not be the best things for...

It’s that time of the month again! How are you spending the next few days? Are you still headed out to the gym to keep up ...

31 Jul

Why Do You Get Heartburn Before Your Period?

Ouch! Are you feeling a bit of pain in your chest? Before you panic and think you’re having a heart attack, there’s a pretty good chance that you might be experiencing heartburn. The possibility is even greater if your period is on the way. Heartburn right before your period sounds unpleasant, and it usually is, but are you wondering, why do you get heartburn before your period? So are we so ...

Ouch! Are you feeling a bit of pain in your chest? Before you panic and think you’re having a heart attack, there’s a pret...

26 Jul

Periods After Pregnancy: What to Expect

“What to expect when you’re expecting.” You’ll find tons of books and articles on this topic to help mothers prepare for pregnancy, but what about after pregnancy? It’s almost as if you’re left hanging after you give birth, but we’ve got you covered! Something that tons of new mothers want to know after pregnancy is what to expect from their period and luckily for you, we have the answer! Whe...

“What to expect when you’re expecting.” You’ll find tons of books and articles on this topic to help mothers prepare for p...

03 Jul

Are Organic Period Products Better?

When it comes to the war on inorganic products, you’ll find that the fight is highly centered on food. Millions and millions of people head to their local grocery store weekly on the hunt for the best organic food. While this fight is highly focused on produce, many people believe it should travel to another category - feminine hygiene. Food seems like such an important thing because it enters ...

When it comes to the war on inorganic products, you’ll find that the fight is highly centered on food. Millions and millio...

12 Jun

Does Weather Affect Your Period?

Beautiful weather we're having, right? As we thrive in the warmer months, you might notice a few changes. In addition to noticing the environmental changes like longer days and warmer nights, have you noticed any physical changes? Your skin might be darker from sunbathing or maybe you're more in shape from being able to exercise outdoors. While these are all changes you might experience, you mi...

Beautiful weather we're having, right? As we thrive in the warmer months, you might notice a few changes. In addition to n...

01 May

How to Sleep Better on Your Period

There are probably a few things that you dread while on your period like cramping, bloating, and cravings. You might be even luckier to experience diarrhea or sensitivity to pain. This list might just add to your growing awareness of your wardrobe because who has time for leaks? As if this wasn’t enough, many of us can probably attest to the discomfort that you might feel while sleeping. Not on...

There are probably a few things that you dread while on your period like cramping, bloating, and cravings. You might be ev...

24 Apr

8 Weird Period Symptoms That Aren't Cramps

OUCH! It’s that time of the month again. While you’re not looking forward to bleeding for the next few days, you’re definitely dreading those cramps that are soon to come! Cramps might be one of the most common period symptoms amongst menstruating women, but after reading this article, you might consider yourself lucky! There are a few weird and not-so-weird symptoms that are often associated w...

OUCH! It’s that time of the month again. While you’re not looking forward to bleeding for the next few days, you’re defini...

17 Apr

Do Tampons Expire?

Uh oh! Your period came a few days early, and you forgot to buy tampons during your last shopping trip. You scramble through your house looking for one, and finally, you discover one in your purse. After breathing a sigh of relief, you’re quick to run to the bathroom. STOP! While that tampon may look safe to use, there’s a chance it’s not! Before you even think about inserting your tampon, ask ...

Uh oh! Your period came a few days early, and you forgot to buy tampons during your last shopping trip. You scramble throu...

10 Apr

Your Period After Pregnancy: What to Expect

That time of the month is approaching… or is it?! Whether you’re a soon-to-be mother or you’ve already been introduced to your new bundle of joy, you’ve probably been basking in your period-free months. While you were familiar with your menstrual cycle pre-pregnancy, are you prepared for your postpartum menstrual cycle? Thousands of women don’t know what to expect after giving birth, but as alw...

That time of the month is approaching… or is it?! Whether you’re a soon-to-be mother or you’ve already been introduced to ...

03 Apr

Do You Get Pimples Before Your Period?

You wake up to the sun shining, and you can already tell it’s going to be a good day! After lazing around in bed for a few minutes, you get up ready to start your morning routine. When you walk in front of the mirror, your day instantly goes from good to bad! There’s not one or two but a cluster of three pimples forming on your chin and you’re immediately reminded of your impending period! Do y...

You wake up to the sun shining, and you can already tell it’s going to be a good day! After lazing around in bed for a few...

27 Mar

Spotting Between Periods: 5 Reasons It Happens

You take a trip to the bathroom. While you’re handling your business, you notice blood on your underwear. In a bout of confusion, you open up your period tracker and find out that you’re not set for a visit from Aunt Flo for at least another 10 days. What the heck is going on? If it’s not time for your period, this means that you’re spotting. Although spotting can be harmless, it can also be ...

You take a trip to the bathroom. While you’re handling your business, you notice blood on your underwear. In a bout of con...

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