Everything you didn’t learn in health class. Get the facts on period and reproductive health, common conditions, and all the weird and wonderful things that happen to your body throughout your menstrual cycle.
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What causes a vagina to change size 02 / Kegels, kegels, kegels! 03 / Vagina rumors: Debunked 04 / Key Takeaways You let it out, honey. Put it in the book: “Somebody wrote in that book that I’m lying about being a virgin ‘cause I use super-jumbo tampons. But I …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Cramping, bloating and pain 02 / Stress, anxiety and mood changes 03 / Sleep troubles 04 / Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) 05 / Key Takeaways Cramping, swelling, and bloating… OH MY! POV: You woke up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle your daily to-dos. You head to Target to wreak …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Best period products for spotting 02 / Best period products for a light or medium flow 03 / Best period products for heavy flow 04 / Best period products for painful periods (dysmenorrhea) 05 / What else to consider when choosing a period product The highlights The full read Finding …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What causes butt cramps on your period? 02 / How common are period butt cramps? 03 / How to get rid of period butt cramps 04 / Other symptoms (and when to talk to a doctor) They’re a real-life pain in the a$$. Sorry (not sorry) for the bad pun. …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What’s that lump in my vagina? 02 / What is a Bartholin’s cyst? 03 / What if the lump is near my vagina, not in it? 04 / When to see a doctor 05 / Key takeaways Everything you need to know about what goes bump in the night. And …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is a vital sign? 02 / Making menstruation the fifth vital sign 03 / Interpreting your period: normal vs abnormal 04 / Cycle tracking is key 05 / Key Takeaways Medical professionals agree that menstruation is a key indicator of overall health You’re probably familiar with the “we’re talking …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What are UTIs and how do they happen? 02 / The vaginal microbiota and UTIs 03 / What role does vaginal pH play? 04 / How to support a healthy vaginal pH balance 05 / Can a UTI go away on its own? When to see a doctor 06 / …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / How safe are menstrual cups? 02 / What are the benefits of a menstrual cup? 03 / Are menstrual cups safe with an IUD? 04 / What about menstrual cups and TSS? 05 / Menstrual cups and suction 06 / Are menstrual cups safe? Key takeaways Fun fact: menstrual cups …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / The menstrual cycle phases 02 / Different ways to track your cycle 03 / Cycle tracking & birth control 04 / What you can learn from tracking your cycle 05 / How to plan around your menstrual cycle Ever noticed how you’re super horny during a certain few days each …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What’s wrong with tampons or pads? 02 / What are the benefits of a Flex menstrual disc? 03 / What does using Flex Disc feel like? 04 / Is Flex Disc FDA-approved? Flex® is safe – and a great alternative to traditional period products I’m Dr. Jane van Dis, a board-certified …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Knowing your body is powerful 02 / How vulva mapping can be beneficial 03 / How to try vulva mapping 04 / The myth of the perfect vulva If you’re new to the practice, vulva mapping is a complicated-sounding term for getting well acquainted with your own vulva anatomy: what …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Breast or nipple itching during PMS 02 / 8 reasons your boobs or nipples are suddenly itchy 03 / Could itchiness be a sign of breast cancer? 04 / How to treat itchy nipples If you’ve ever experienced itchy nipples before your period, you’re not alone. Itchy nipples or breasts …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Why you should be checking your cervix 02 / How to check your cervix: Step-by-step 03 / What does the cervix feel like? 04 / What to look for when checking your cervix 05 / How to manually check your cervix 06 / How to visually check your cervix It’s …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / UPDATE: January 2022 02 / Personal stories from the Flex Fam 03 / The Covid vaccine and the menstrual cycle: A look at the science 04 / The Covid vaccine and your period: What to expect post-jab 05 / Key takeaways Here’s what we know about how the Pfizer, Moderna, …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / How period cramps happen in the first place 02 / Can tampons cause cramps? 03 / Tampons & period cramps: Anecdotal evidence 04 / Tampons & pelvic pain: Underlying conditions 05 / What period products are best for cramps? 06 / Key takeaways If you asked a group of people …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Why you don’t actually have to clean inside your vagina 02 / Breaking the stigma of a “dirty vagina” 03 / Cleaning your vulva versus vagina 04 / How to pick a gentle, safe cleanser 05 / How to wash your vulva: The step-by-step guide 06 / Keeping your vulva …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / SOS: Period life hacks 02 / Period hacks for work 03 / Period tips for school 04 / Period hacks at home 05 / Other period hacks for cramps 06 / Pro tips from the Flexperts Pad-holders sewn onto the front pouch of underwear for optimal preparation, a diet of …
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Breast pain is rarely a sign of breast cancer—but it’s still worth paying attention to. Here’s what you need to know about sore boobs (and when to report it to your doctor). IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / The different types of breast pain 02 / What causes boob pain? 03 / My boobs are sore, …
