Every month, millions of women brace themselves for PMS: a few days of bloating, cramps, irritability, maybe some chocolate cravings and a shorter fuse. It’s unpleasant, sure but it’s usually manageable. But what if the week before your period didn’t just make you “a...
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Have you tried period underwear?
Have you tried period underwear? There is a wide range of options for menstrual period products. These days, women have a myriad of choices, and it can be overwhelming to choose what type of protection is best for you. Each woman must select their favorite menstrual...
5 Top Environmentally Friendly Trends
Earth Day is here! In addition to being a celebration of our planet, the annual holiday calls for the support of environmental protections. Everyone plays a part in how we care for the Earth. There are many ways we can make our daily routines more environmentally...
What ‘Dark Period Blood’ Means
During your menstrual cycle, you might notice changes in the color of your period blood and wonder if there is cause for concern. The truth of the matter is that there are different reasons and causes for this – many of which are entirely normal. So, let’s examine...
4 Different Birth Control Methods
There are many different birth control methods available today. It can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. Some are more effective than others. Some have more side effects. Here are four popular birth control methods, each of which features its own...
Handling An Unexpected Period On Vacation
Two of the biggest things about the holidays is going on vacation or traveling to see family. Going away is always fun, but that all changes the moment you get your period. It quickly turns into one of those hilarious unexpected period stories. You end up pacing the...
Period Underwear vs. Regular Underwear
Spoiler: Not much is different
5 Questions About Clotted Period Blood
What is Clotted Period Blood? Clotted period blood is jelly like clumps of coagulated blood released during your period. These clots shed from the uterine lining. They are deep red in color and smaller than the size of a quarter. During menstruation, estrogen is at an...
5 Menstrual Artists You Should Know About
Cultural stigma about menstruation is found globally, manifesting in many different ways, including period poverty in the UK and exclusionary and discriminatory practices all over the world. There is a growing body of work on addressing menstrual stigma, with global...
5 Ways to Teach Your Children About Climate Change
The generation growing up today has more knowledge and power at its fingertips than any before it. With great power comes great responsibility. Our children are living at a precarious moment in the Earth's history. A tipping point that could prove fatal for the Earth...
5 Ways to Cope with PostPartum Depression during Covid-19
Motherhood is a miracle, but in the first few weeks after giving birth, many women will suffer from hormonal imbalances that can cause or exacerbate depression and anxiety. Feeling sad, empty, anxious or disconnected from your baby isn't abnormal -- many physicians...