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Periods

Have a cold-blooded uterus? We feel you.

How to Tell If Your Irregular Periods Are a Sign of a Bigger Health Issue

Sometimes an out-of-whack cycle isn’t a big deal. But if it’s disrupting your life, you may want to see a doctor.

Here’s When You Should Actually Be Concerned About Period Clots

Experts explain how to tell what’s normal and what’s not.

This Is Exactly What Happens During Your Menstrual Cycle

Mind-blowing menstrual intel, right this way.

How to Safely Pause or Postpone Your Period

Yep, you can actually bypass bleeding, according to ob-gyns.

Yep, Your Period Can Cause Awful Anxiety. Here’s How to Deal

It’s not just in your head—and there are ways to prepare each month to feel a lot better.

6 Things a Wonky Period Might Be Telling You About Your Health

Super heavy, painful, or irregular bleeding is always something to pay attention to.

What to Do If Your Doctor Isn’t Taking Your Period Pain Seriously

Agonizing cramps that incapacitate you are not “normal.”

Yes, Your Period Can Make Your Depression Worse. Here’s Why—And How To Cope

It’s called PME and it can be really serious.

Why Do I Get Ridiculously Horny Around My Period?

Time to break out the sex towels.

Do I Need to Change My Tampon When I Poop?

If it seems gross or risky but…also kind of fine, here’s the deal.

What’s Up With the Luteal Phase and Is It the Reason I’m in Hell Right Now?

TikTok swears this stage of your period is to blame for your bad mood and exhaustion.

Why Do I Feel Ridiculously Tired During My Period?

Hormones, intense emotions, painful cramps—there are actually a ton of factors at play.

How to Deal With Excruciatingly Heavy Periods Caused by Uterine Fibroids

Some ways to make them less of a nightmare so you can just...get on with your life.

6 Sneaky Uterine Fibroid Symptoms You Really Shouldn’t Ignore

Heavy periods and cramping outside of your cycle are big signs.

What to Expect When You Get the Birth Control Implant Placed

The implantation process is quick and only takes a few minutes. 

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

Experts say that the bill would cause serious psychological harm to young people.

How Does the Birth Control Implant Work?

Here's what to know about the long-term BC option.

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

Here are a few signs that it’s time to consider your (plentiful!) options.

Why Do I Always Get Awful Brain Fog Around My Period?

Turns out, that fuzzy feeling isn’t all in your head.

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

An ob-gyn explains what it is—and why the cramping it causes can feel super intense.

How to Tell If You Should Ditch the Pill for a Long-Lasting Form of Birth Control Instead

A daily medication doesn’t work for everyone.

How to Actually Figure Out If Your Birth Control Is Causing Side Effects

Is your IUD really triggering that hellish pelvic pain?

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

Track your symptoms, have meds on hand, and take time to rest.