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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.
Real Talk: What it's Like to have a Hormonal IUD
I have virtually no period anymore. I spot for about three days a month, I cramp a tiny bit on my first day, but the pain is about 20% of what it used to be. I used to cramp so intensely every month that I would seriously consider calling in sick. Now, I don't even take Advil.
10 Feminist AF Halloween Costume Ideas
Halloween is just a month away! Not interested in being a sexy shark or a sexy voodoo d...
How to Communicate During Your Period Using all Emojis
Here is a short guide to communicating during your period with your friends, your lover, or basically anyone else in the world. Ask for help, give a warning, or just let someone know where your head is at during Red Dawn.
Post-Baby Sex: Why You’ll Want to Wait Six Weeks
You’ve probably thought that as soon as this big belly is gone, you’ll feel like yourself again and be ready to jump in the sack ASAP. You might even be surprised when your OB/GYN tells you to wait until you get the go-ahead at your 6-week check up to get busy again.
Girl Talk: How to Deal with Your New Hair Growth
Puberty brings many great developments: breasts, the ability to one day have children, ...
All About Period Bloating and 8 Ways to Decrease it
It’s 8 pm and you are meeting your friends for a lovely bit of nosh. Unfortunately, your jeans are not cooperating.
Working Out on Your Period: Do You Need to Alter Your Routine?
If you’re a yogi, you’ve probably had an instructor announce that you should avoid cert...
Real Talk: I'm Super Horny During My Period
I am in a menstrual malaise. My lower half is throbbing in spasmodic pain, while my breasts respond in agony to the slightest breeze that passes by. I feel like the least sexy woman in existence and quite possibly as bloated as the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. So, why the &$%@ am I so horny during my period?
Teen Pregnancy is Declining: Here's What You Need to Know
In 2014, there were 42% fewer teen births than there were in 2007.
How to Remove Period Blood Stains (and Save Your Clothing's Life)
Nothing seems to spell disaster quicker than having your favorite garment of clothing ruined by period blood. Tough to remove, blood stains take some creativity and quick action to avoid having to throw away the item in question.
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...
How to Communicate with Humans During Your Period
You know those maddening conversations we have to have with our period, and essentially ourselves, in order to keep our shit together and maintain a healthy adult composure...
Menstrual Delights: Why Do I Crave Chocolate During My Period?
Do you ever find yourself craving chocolate right before or during your period? Good. You're human.
How to Find Tampons Abroad: Europe
Traveling abroad can be life changing, there is so many amazing adventures you can expe...
Getting to Know Your Breast Friends: Common Hormonal Breast Changes
OK, first off, if you notice any changes in one or both of your breasts, see a doctor. ...
Fangirl Friday: Female Comedians On the Rise
I have to admit I find myself to be a bit of a tastemaker in my group of friends when it comes to the comedy world.
How To Cope With Seasonal Depression When It Feels Like Everything Sucks
I’ve had SAD since I was a little girl and there are some years where the pain I carry inside me is agonizing. This year, I’m taking extra precautions to get in front of the madness that tries to eat away at me.