vaginas & periods

What Is a Pap Smear?

What Is a Pap Smear?

A Pap smear is a routine test of the female reproductive system done to screen for cervical cancer.

What is the Clitoris?

What is the Clitoris?

The clitoris, commonly referred to as the “clit” for short, is the pleasure hotspot of the female reproductive system. 

IUD: Everything You Need to Know

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 to Put in, Remove, and Clean a Menstrual Cup

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.

opened period pad with white flowers laying on it, on a tan background

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.

cartoon image of uterus with a sad face and pain markings

What to Do: Yeast Infections

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. 

What to Do: UTI's

What to Do: UTI's

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.

doctor showing her female patient a diagram of a uterus

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.”