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8 Things You Should Never Say to Someone On Their Period
Stop. Before you open your mouth to speak to someone on their period; just stop. Because when we're in the red zone, it's best to move with caution.
Menstrual Delights: Best Crime Shows to Binge Watch During Your Period
When the red dawn breaks, a good TV binge of crime shows can be a great help. The intensity, the drama, the gory details, it's an entertaining escape from the heavy weight of all your period problems.
New Study Shows Our Periods Don't Really Sync Up (SAY WHAT?!)
There’s something endearing about having your period sync up with that of your roommate...
Break the Bloody Taboo: Girls In Delhi Will Have Lessons On Menstruation
At the core of breaking a taboo is education. Education around an issue is essential. In an effort to "Break the Bloody Taboo" the NGO Sacchi Saheli will conduct "period talks" for teenage girls at government schools in Delhi .
Real Talk: When I didn't Know What Period Cramps Were
I remember the first pang of period cramps because it was the night I had my first make out session. With so much emotion brimming within me, I assumed the stomach retching was nerves, something I knew well.
Embracing Menstruation and Helping to Break the Period Taboo
Menstruation is still considered taboo in much of American society, and in many parts of the world. Women get periods. Period.
MG Asks: Can You Get Pregnant on Your Period? (Hint: Yes)
While it's not your most fertile time, you can get pregnant on your period.
But how could you get pregnant at the same time your body is deciding it’s not pregnant?
Real Talk: Lochia and My First Post-Pregnancy Period
The first few hours and days after giving birth are a shock to your emotions, your sleep cycle and your body. One of the biggest post-pregnancy surprises is the bleeding.
What's the Deal with Getting Acne Before or During Your Period?
Alright, we've all gotten those terribly inconvenient pimples that seem to appear perfectly in sync with our PMS and suddenly everything is just the worst. Like most things cycle-related, there's a reason.
Understanding Moon Cycles and Your Period
Looking out into the night sky at the big, bright full moon fills us with wonder. Its allure goes far beyond the asthetic. Understanding moon cycles, in fact, can help to explain and mirror what happens in a woman’s body when she is on her period.
What's the Deal with Blood Clots And Your Period?
Let’s talk about blood clots. No, it’s not the most glamorous topic. But it’s one that affects a lot of us. Around 1 in 3 women have heavy periods, and that often means clots: clumps of blood with a thick, gelatinous texture. (You’re not eating while you read this, right?)
How To Handle Getting Your Period During An Election Cycle Like This
It’s pretty safe to say that this election cycle has been a whirlwind of fucked up emotions ranging from legitimate confusion, undeniable nausea, anger and unwavering anticipation of who is going to take the oval office. No matter what side of the political fence you’re on, there’s not a lot that could make it any worse than it already is- except for of course, your period.
How to Manage Your Period AND Live An Active Lifestyle
While the terrible cramps, depleted energy and other (1st world) period problems can be a challenge and taking a week-long nap may sound super appealing, it is very possible for many of us to manage our periods and live an active lifestyle. Here's how:
Real Talk: The Reality of Having a Period as an Athlete
We all fell in love with Chinese swimmer Fu Yuanhui when, at the Olympics this year, sh...
Menstrual Delights: What Movies to Watch When You're on Your Period
It’s that time of the month again and you are feeling a whirlwind of emotions. Achy, mean, nostalgic, lusty, angry, euphoric (once that mega-dose of Pamprin first kicks in), dejected (about 4 minutes later), romantic, and Greek Tragedy Vengeful.
The Problem Of Getting A Period In Prison
Luckily, in the 21st century, we have products to make these things easier on us. Unless, of course, you’re in prison. Menstruation can turn into more than an inconvenience: it can be a nightmare.
An Ode to Rocking White on Your Period
Whether it’s a white tennis skirt or a rocking white dress for the end-of-the-summer bash, nothing can ruin your amazing outfit than Aunt Flow. Man, she can be a total style killer.
What's the Deal with Being So Sleepy On Your Period?
YAWN! It is a day or two before Eve’s Curse comes crashing down on you and you are quic...