Debunking the period myths you thought were legit
Periods—they’re totally normal, all women go through it, but a lot are still iffy about it. Why? BBC reported it’s difficult for many people because it’s an “embarrassing” topic. This…
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Ladies, it’s time you start paying attention to your irregular periods
Reproductive health is something I personally don’t take for granted. After having ovarian cysts and endometriosis, I started paying close attention to any irregularities in my period, also as advised by…
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Our office just gave everyone menstrual cups
As a woman, it is frustrating that something as natural as my menstruation is taboo. I have been going through this since I was 12 years old, why can’t I…
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Ladies, we can now let the world know our flow with the period emoji
Everyone is excited for the new emojis hitting our smartphones soon. Aside from the pinching hand, there is one we should be celebrating. The period emoji.
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Another Nepali woman exiled during her period has died
A 21-year-old Nepali woman, Parwati Bogati, who was exiled during her period in a so-called “menstruation hut” as part of local tradition, has died. Parwati’s mother-in-law, Laxmi, told the Kathmandu…
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ producers weren’t comfortable with this period dress
As much as it’s making big leaps, the show took a step back when Manila Luzon opened up about being barred from wearing a “period dress” on the show.
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Our quirky relationship with menstruation and menopause
This column may contain strong language, sexual content, adult humor, and other themes that may not be suitable for minors. Parental guidance is strongly advised. This being Thanksgiving weekend, we…
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Talking to your children about menstruation shouldn’t be that big a deal
I was 12 when I first got my period. Because I studied at a science high school far away from home, I stayed in a dorm with several other girls.…
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My PMS was so intense, I couldn’t stop crying because of all the feelings
Hello, fellow women. A few days ago, I was going through one of the worst PMS episodes. I got very emotional, cranky, and down. I was feeling so many things,…
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I tried exercising on my period for the first time and I didn’t hate it
Everyone’s period cycle is different and we all handle it in different ways. Personally, my period doesn’t go smoothly. Ever since I first got it in grade school, my cramps…
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