Where does the term PMS come from?

Where does the term PMS come from?

Aunt Flo, the crimson wave, leak week… whatever you call that special time of the month, periods are never that much fun for anyone. One week before your menstrual cycle you may find yourself a bit more on edge and irritable than usual, and this can be attributed to...
The Effects of Menstruation on your Breasts

The Effects of Menstruation on your Breasts

Many of us wake up some days wishing we had bigger boobs. And once a month, Mother Nature gives in to us! Did you know that during PMS, generally the week before you get your period, your breasts can grow a whole cup size? Somewhat non-coincidentally, studies have...
6½ Reasons to be Thankful for Our Periods

6½ Reasons to be Thankful for Our Periods

In the spirit of Thanksgiving and being grateful for our blessings, luck, and fate, we thought it would be a great idea to ask girls and women why they were thankful for their periods. You may be arching an eyebrow, thinking “Yeah right!” Or you may be leaning in a...
Father's Day: a break from resentment

Father's Day: a break from resentment

About a week ago I felt myself needing a good cry. My period had come and gone without the occurrence of my usual PMS related emotional breakdown that helps rid my body of any bottled up emotions from the previous month. I really enjoy the overwhelming emotional...