Period and Sex Myths Debunked: Advanced Edition
Periods and sex can feel shameful and confusing, but they're completely natural parts of growing up. To set the record straight, here are some common myths debunked.
Do PFAS Make It Time to Rethink Thinx?
Thinx, one of the most popular menstrual hygiene brands, has gotten into some recent legal trouble over their popular period underwear. Here’s a rundown on everything you need to know.
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?
Underwear and the Importance of Letting It Breathe Down There
The type of underwear you choose can actually impact the health of your vulva. Female anatomy is super sensitive and certain materials can make you more susceptible to infections or irritation.
Oh yeah, we’re going there. The way you poop can totally change during menstruation, thanks to hormones called prostaglandins and progesterone.
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.
IUD: Everything You Need to Know
An intrauterine device, usually called an IUD, is a form of contraception that is placed in the uterus. IUDs act as physical obstructions, making the implantation of a fertilized egg more difficult.
How Can I Discreetly Carry Tampons or Pads?
Using period products like pads and tampons is not shameful, but if it makes you feel better to be more discreet, then these tips are for you.
How to Put in, Remove, and Clean a Menstrual Cup
A menstrual cup is a reusable period product that catches blood and the uterine lining as it is being shed. Here’s everything you need to know about using one.
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.
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
Pads are one of the most commonly used period products. Here's a step by step guide on how to use one.
How to Insert and Remove a Tampon
Tampons can feel a little intimidating, but these steps will clarify how to use and remove them.
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. Here are some tips on how to track your cycle.
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.
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 referred to as a “gyno.”
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. Here are some ways you can alleviate your cramps.