My First Period? Bathroom Stalls in High School
It wasn't the worst, but it wasn't the best either!
My first period was definitely not expected. I was fourteen...
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February 25, 2021
Bleeding Politely: The archaic rules of menstrual etiquette
And what is it? From social pressure to hide menstruation to free-bleeding and first period parties, menstrual etiquette is changing.
For generations, people with periods everywhere have been ushered into...
February 12, 2021
Why and When Did Menstruation Become Taboo?
From the Yukon to Greece, taboos around menstruation have been around for ages and still carry consequences.
Pretty much from the beginning of time, periods were a...
January 13, 2021
Keeping the Vagina and Vulva Clean
The lowdown on cleaning your down below.
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December 14, 2020
What is a Pap Smear?
The what, who, how, why and when of pap smears along with some of the most frequently asked questions about cervical screenings.
This article has been reviewed for medical accuracy by Valeriia...
December 9, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to a Sustainable Period
Menstruation may be a fact of life but it doesn't need to harm the planet.
There is no single bigger issue we humans face than...
December 8, 2020
My First Period? Mixed Up Feelings
Did I just become a woman?
It was the fall of seventh grade when one night...
October 22, 2020
How to Talk About Your Period With Men
Talking about periods with male friends and co-workers doesn't have to feel like unleashing landmines.
Menstruation has long been a taboo topic of conversation. This...
September 23, 2020
Best 8 Hacks for Conquering Your Period
Try these and get back to being fabulously cramp-free
If you're on here, you're probably not one of those...
September 23, 2020
Does Being a Virgin Matter?
The first question should be, 'Matter to who?'
A million and one movies, television shows, and books later,...
September 23, 2020