Do PFAS Make It Time to Rethink Thinx?
If you’ve been keeping up on period news, you might have heard that Thinx, one of the most popular menstrual hygiene brands, has gotten into some recent legal trouble over their popular period unde...
A Pap smear is a routine test of the female reproductive system done to screen for cervical cancer.
The clitoris, commonly referred to as the “clit” for short, is the pleasure hotspot of the female reproductive system.
How Much Period Pain is Actually Normal?
Many people experience period cramps and other body discomfort during their menstrual cycle, but how much pain is too much? When should you worry and get advice from an adult in your life or a heal...
Underwear and the Importance of Letting it Breathe Down There
As crazy as it sounds, the type of underwear you choose can actually impact the health of your vulva (the female genital area!). Female anatomy is super sensitive, and while everyone’s body is diff...
Oh yeah, we’re going there. If you find that you’re more prone to diarrhea or constipation when you’re on your period, it’s not just you. The way you poop can totally change during menstruation, th...
Menstrual Myth-Busting: Basics
Periods have been around for millions of years, but it’s still sometimes hard to know which facts are true and which are false. Here are some common menstrual myths busted, and the real answers to ...
What is birth control? Well, as one would assume, it’s in the name. Birth control, or contraception, is a method of preventing pregnancy and/or STIs. There are many different kinds of birth control...
How Can I Discreetly Carry Tampons or Pads?
If you want to be really discreet and avoid carrying anything noticeable, you can slip a pad or a tampon into a pocket... keep reading to see more tips...
A menstrual cup is a reusable period product that catches the uterine lining as it is being shed, but before it leaves the body. Here’s how to put one in:
What Are The Parts of the Female Reproductive System?
The female reproductive system is a collection of organs inside the body that make it possible to have a baby. These include:
Period Products: What Are The Options And Where to Start?
There are so many period products to choose from, the options may feel overwhelming. Here’s a snapshot of just some of the period products you can find on your local drug store shelf.
How to Put On and Take Off a Pad
Follow these steps to ensure that your pad is properly placed:
How to Insert and Remove a Tampon
For starters, if the idea of reading this answer freaks you out, you aren’t ready for tampons yet! If you are ready, follow these steps (which are conveniently listed in the pamphlet inserted into ...
What’s up With My Period: The Reason(s) Your Period Is Irregular
In many cultures, a girl’s first period is seen as a right of passage. Here’s another rite of passage that’s much less talked about: irregular period timing.
Not So Sneak Attack: Tracking Your Period
Nobody likes a sneak attack from their period, even if they’ve had it for years.
Ever wonder why your underpants feel a little damp and then, when you look, there’s a mark that looks just a little too much like the mucus from a runny nose?
Yeast infections aren’t fun to have, but they are treatable and fairly common. Let’s break down what exactly a yeast infection is and how you can get rid of one.
Hormones: What Are They and What Is Their Impact?
Hormones are natural chemicals produced by the small glands scattered around your body, but they travel to other organs to do their job.
UTI’s aren’t exactly fun, but they are fairly common and completely treatable. Let’s break down what exactly a UTI is and how you can get rid of one.
Because understanding your body can be as quick and fun as a true or false quiz!
Quiz Yourself: Period Pop Quiz
Because understanding your body can be as quick and fun as a true or false quiz!
OB/GYNs: Who They are And When to See One
Gynecologists are doctors who specialize in the female reproductive organs. They’re often called OB/GYNs, short for obstetrician/gynecologist - or you may have heard someone call them the “gyno” fo...
Period Cramps: How to Deal with Them
Cramps happen when the uterus sheds its lining - the muscular walls of the uterus contract, and for some people that feels uncomfortable. The pain can be sharp and stabbing, or it can be dull and a...