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 / 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 / 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 / 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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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / How and why cramps happen 02 / Supplements & natural remedies for period cramps 03 / The best OTC pain relievers for period cramps 04 / Period products that help with cramps 05 / When to talk to your doctor: Prescription relief for severe cramps Cramps got you down? Here’s …
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When we think about leaking from our periods, it may conjure up embarrassing memories. Think of eighth-grade gym class when someone pointed and gawked at the circle of blood on our pants. There’s no denying it: We grew up conditioned to feel a lot of shame around our periods. From tucking tampons into our sleeves, …
Why organic doesn’t mean zero risk You’ve seen them on the supermarket shelves: Tampon brands proudly labeled organic—with a higher sticker price to match. The packaging says these tampons come with plant-based plastic applicators and are free from unnecessary chemicals. But what does that mean? Are these tampons biodegradable? Are they better for your health? …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / The medical definition of “spotting” 02 / Here’s how to tell the difference between spotting and your period 03 / Why it happens: Common causes 04 / Different types of spotting and what they could mean 05 / How to manage spotting: Products to use 06 / Spotting vs. your …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Discharge vs. period blood 02 / Bright red period blood 03 / Pink discharge or period blood 04 / Blue or purple period blood 05 / Brown period blood 06 / Orange or rust-colored period blood 07 / Black period blood 08 / White discharge 09 / Yellow or yellow-green …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Your cycle can affect your mental health–and vice versa 02 / PMDD vs. PMS vs. perimenopausal depression 03 / Staying sane & kicking the period blues: A few tips 04 / Your cycle & your mental health: Key takeaways Exploring the relationship between depression, anxiety, and your cycle Am I …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What does “menstrual synchrony” mean? 02 / Legit or coincidence: Here’s what we know 03 / So, why do periods sync up? 04 / Is there such thing as an “Alpha” uterus? 05 / The Clue period syncing study 06 / Menstrual syncing and lunar cycles Is it just an …
“When it’s been more than 35 days since you’ve noticed any menstrual blood in your underwear, it could be a signal that something abnormal is happening within your body.” IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What counts as a late period? 02 / Why is your period late? 10 most common reasons 03 / When to …
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IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Covid & your period: Firsthand stories & experiences from the Flex Fam 02 / Covid & pregnancy: Reproductive health experts weigh in 03 / Covid & your period: What the science says 04 / Experiencing symptoms? Reach out to your OB-GYN 05 / Important information & additional resources 06 / …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / What is premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? 02 / What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)? 03 / Molimina: A milder form of PMS 04 / Why do some people react more strongly to hormonal fluctuations than others? 05 / How to tell if you’re experiencing molimina, PMS, or PMDD 06 / Helpful …
IN THIS ARTICLE 01 / Discharge after childbirth: Lochia 02 / When will you get your first period after giving birth? 03 / Changes to your period after having a baby: What to expect 04 / Heavy periods after giving birth: When to talk to your doctor 05 / Irregular periods after childbirth 06 / …
