Florida Republicans Are Trying to Ban Kids From Talking About Their Periods at School

Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would outlaw certain conversations about…

I’ve Used the Same Birth Control for Years. Should I Switch It Up?

Dr. Ahmad has seen many of her own patients take oral contraceptive…

Period Brain Fog: Why It Happens and How to Find PMS Relief

Every month, for about two to three days before my period, I…

This Nurse’s TikTok About Passing a Decidual Cast During Her Period Is Harrowing

As anyone who menstruates knows, getting your period isn’t always fun. At 28,…

Should You Consider Switching From the Pill to an IUD or Implant?

If you miss one pill but have been consistent previously, you probably…

What’s the Best Way to Track Birth Control Side Effects?

Mental health changes: There isn’t definitive proof that using hormonal birth control…

How to Take Care of Yourself If You Get Migraines During Your Period

Ah, menstruation—giver of stained underwear, unrelenting cramps, and for some people, migraine…

PSA: Don’t Sleep on the Campus Health Center When You’re in College

There’s a lot to love about college: sudden independence, late nights with…

We Finally Know More About How COVID Vaccines May Temporarily Change Your Period

As the COVID-19 vaccines first rolled out in the United States, an…

Here’s Why Your Boobs Get Annoyingly Sore Before Your Period

Raise your hand if every time Aunt Flo rolls around, your breasts…

Dollar Store Pregnancy Tests Are Reliable, Cheap, and Worth Stocking Up on Right Now

We still don’t know exactly what reproductive health care will look like…

10 Things That May Happen to Your Body When You Stop Birth Control

If you’re thinking about cutting ties with your contraception, you’re probably asking…

Why Is There a Gender Disparity in Migraine?

When it comes to migraine attacks, every hormone can play a role.…

What to Do If You Run Out of Tampons During the National Shortage

The U.S. is officially experiencing a tampon shortage—and experts aren’t sure when…

We Know You’re Dying to Talk About Period Poop

Certain aspects of having a period are talked about more frequently than…

Jessica Williams on the ‘Debilitating’ Symptom That Led to Her Endometriosis Diagnosis

For 32-year-old actress Jessica Williams, “debilitating” pain, especially during her period, was…

Here’s Why IUD Removal Is Usually Nothing Like Insertion

There’s no denying that an intrauterine device (IUD) is an excellent set-it-and-forget-it…

What Are the Pros and Cons of the Copper IUD?

Deciding to get an IUD can feel like an empowering contraceptive commitment.…

How to Choose the Best IUD for You

If you’re considering an intrauterine device or IUD, you’re in good company.…

What to Know Before Using Birth Control to Skip Your Period

If used this way, you may only experience a lighter period. But…