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22 May

Why Can You Get Pregnant After You Start Menstruating?

You’re a woman now! As a teenager, you probably heard this a few times after people learned that you had your first period. Why? There is one thing commonly associated with women and it’s the ability to give birth. While having your period “feels” unfavorable, there’s a lot more happening than monthly bleeding! The coming of your menstrual cycle means that you are finally able to get pregnant...

You’re a woman now! As a teenager, you probably heard this a few times after people learned that you had your first period...

17 May

What Is Menstrual Equity?

What do we want? Menstrual equity. When do we want it? NOW! If you weren’t aware, in recent years, the menstruation cycle has come to the forefront of politics. With NPR dubbing 2015 as “the year of the period,” many issues have been arising with how the world views and how the world manages the menstrual cycle of women. There’s a chance that you might not be aware of what menstrual equity is, ...

What do we want? Menstrual equity. When do we want it? NOW! If you weren’t aware, in recent years, the menstruation cycle ...

15 May

How to Crush Your 2018 Workout Goals... Even on Your Period

p>It’s time to get fit! Whether you set a resolution at the beginning of the year or you’re revamping your lifestyle as summer rolls around, you might have a workout plan that you’re planning to crush! If you’re looking to lose weight, your workout goals might help you shed 20 pounds. Some of you might simply want to incorporate exercise into your weekly routine. Regardless of what your goal...

p>It’s time to get fit! Whether you set a resolution at the beginning of the year or you’re revamping your lifestyle as...

10 May

What Is Abnormal Uterine Bleeding?

You’ve got your period, again? That doesn’t seem right. You check your period tracker and find out that you’re not due to get your period for at least another week. Your heartbeat begins to pick up and sweat starts forming on your forehead as your mind travels to the worst. Why do you have your period? What does it mean? How do you stop it and what should you do? All these thoughts are probab...

You’ve got your period, again? That doesn’t seem right. You check your period tracker and find out that you’re not due to ...

08 May

How to Prepare My Tween or Teen Daughter for Camp on Her Period

Pads, tampons, and cups, oh my! When it comes to your growing daughter, she might still be getting used to having her period. There’s also a chance that she’s never had to experience it or manage it while she’s on her own. With spring underway and summer rolling around the corner, she might be headed to camp for a few days or maybe even a few weeks. Rather than shoving a few pads or tampons int...

Pads, tampons, and cups, oh my! When it comes to your growing daughter, she might still be getting used to having her peri...

03 May

Taboo Words to Teach Your Daughter to Say With Confidence

Time of the month. Private parts. While these two phrases seem normal enough, they are used to cover up “taboo” words or phrases that most people wouldn’t dream of saying in a social setting. Although these phrases are used to cover up words that might make others cringe in a conversation, they, in turn, have an effect on young girls who are now afraid to say them. When others make you feel as ...

Time of the month. Private parts. While these two phrases seem normal enough, they are used to cover up “taboo” words or p...

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...

26 Apr

Why Do You Get Food Cravings During Your Period?

“I scream, you scream. We all scream for ice cream!” While this might’ve been a popular chant when you were a child, you might find that this holds true while you’re on your period! You might not have noticed the first few times, but after four periods and the constant need for sugar, you probably realized that you crave particular foods while on your period. This is because food cravings are a...

“I scream, you scream. We all scream for ice cream!” While this might’ve been a popular chant when you were a child, you m...

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...

19 Apr

Is Spotting While Breastfeeding Normal?

If you’re a new mother, you’ve probably been introduced to the joys of breastfeeding. What started out as painful and uncomfortable soon feels normal. While you’re dealing with breastfeeding, you might also begin to wonder about your period. When will it come back? Will it be the same? Your period will most certainly come back postpartum, but before your menstrual cycle completely gears up, y...

If you’re a new mother, you’ve probably been introduced to the joys of breastfeeding. What started out as painful and unco...

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...

12 Apr

How Old Should You Be to Wear a Tampon?

Where were you when you got your first period? Did you realize it when you woke up one morning? Were you sitting in your 7th grade history class? Regardless of where you were, you probably felt a little overwhelmed. When it came to the feminine hygiene products, you were probably only presented with a pad, but why not a tampon? Even in 2018, tampons are seen as a bit taboo for some. Many parent...

Where were you when you got your first period? Did you realize it when you woke up one morning? Were you sitting in your 7...

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 ...

05 Apr

What Is Adenomyosis?

Are you suffering from extremely heavy menstrual bleeding? While you have your period, do you experience painful cramping? Is it even painful for you during sexual intercourse? If you answered yes to these questions, there’s a chance you might have adenomyosis. There are over 200,000 cases of adenomyosis that are diagnosed every year, but many women just believe they are dealing with a diffic...

Are you suffering from extremely heavy menstrual bleeding? While you have your period, do you experience painful cramping?...

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...

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