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The History of Hysteria
When we say someone or something is hysterical, we usually mean they are super emotiona...
How we Talk About (and Treat) Female Pain
Despite the willingness and courage to express it, women must still prove their pain and even then, they might not get the treatment they need.
Menstrual Delights: Home Spa Edition
Having your period ain’t easy. We get that – that’s a big reason we started Monthly Gif...
Advice to My Younger Self (From a Recent College Grad)
People say that hindsight is 20/20, and there is never a more appropriate time for that cliché than your college graduation.
Menstrual Delights: Acupuncture
You're on your period and you hurt. No amount of over-the-counter pain killer is helping. You hit the maximum recommended dosage at 10 am.
What's the Deal with Vaginal Discharge?
When we’re not dealing with a menstrual flow, we’re often dealing with a different sort of flow—discharge.
Period Positive: Unusual K-Beauty Finds to Make Your Skin Glow
K-Beauty is short for Korean Beauty, and not only does it relate to a skin care ritual of geisha standards, it also harkens a certain experimental quality that seems half science and half dare.
Douching and Other Things You Should NOT Subject Your Vagina To
The mysterious vagina. She is so introverted and subtle in her movements. So small, yet...
Everything you Ever Wanted to Know about Weed Suppositories but Were too Afraid to Ask
Wait. What?
Vaginal marijuana suppositories! They’re designed to relieve your menstrual...
7 Healthy Habits of Truly Happy Women
Every human being is the direct outcome of the habits which govern his or her life. It’s no wonder, then, that many find themselves in the throes of darkness, ranging from slightly irritable to deeply depressed. But with the right set of habits, any woman can find herself quickly on the path of happiness.
Menstrual Delights: Simple Meditations to do Anywhere, Anytime
Lately, there has been a lot more mainstream focus on the mind-body connection and more people are realizing the benefits of meditation. Meanwhile, we live busy lives and, for some, the idea of meditation can seem time-consuming, a little intimidating or just too spiritual.
Behind the Cape: Are Supergreen Powders Actually Super?
They boost brain power! They make you fast as a speeding bullet at the gym. They contain the most infamous of the “super buy me” marketing ploy ever: antioxidants. But really, are supergreen powders all the great?
Lovely Lady Lumps: Ingrown Hairs, Cysts and Other Bumpy Business
Ever watch one too many medical shows or documentaries and found yourself inspecting every square inch of your body? Have you noticed more lumps and bumps as you’ve gotten older (spoiler alert: it’s only going to get worse)? Fear not!
10 New Years Resolutions You May Actually Keep
When the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, bringing that New Year to life, our minds all race with the possibilities of what the New Year will bring.
Five Ways to Cope with (or Crush) that Holiday Stress
Before you grab your passport and throw up the deuces to your fam, try one of these tips to be a little more merry and a lot less harried.
The Body Positive Movement: Still Not the Right Message?
Let’s focus on other things instead like real self-confidence, intelligence, creativity, ingenuity, passion, compassion, and nurturing and loving our whole selves rather than one part.
Gimme Food or Accept My Bad Mood: Why Do People Get Hangry?
If you know someone who gets a little angry when they’re hungry, you might call them ‘h...
7 Ways to Pamper Yourself Using Things You Already Have
Sure Valentine’s Day is coming up, but remember (just as important) is Galentine’s Day – the chance to treat yourself and your best ladies to some much needed pampering. So be sure to take care of the number one lady in your life!