Suffering from big, painful, red, irritated bumps along your chin, jawline, and on your cheeks? Your cystic acne might not only feel unsightly, but it could also point to an underlying medication condition—PCOS. PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which is a hormonal condition that can affect more than just your ovaries and it could… Read More
When you hear the word “libido,” what comes to mind? Just how it’s connected to a drive to have sex? While, yes, libido is the scale we use for how interested you are in sex, there are also many other reasons to consider what a low libido might mean for you. In general, we examine… Read More
Despite what Midol commercials might have told you since you got your first period, menstrual cramps are not the norm when it comes to an ideal cycle. Yep, you heard us right. Painful cramping does NOT have to be part of your monthly cycle. Why Your Period is Painful Let’s start at the beginning. Every… Read More
Glyphosate, chlorine, fragrances and a surplus of other toxic chemicals all up in your lady parts? Thanks, but NO THANKS. Believe it or not, we actually have to worry about finding non-toxic period products because a feminine hygiene routine can be a big contributor to our bodies’ chemical exposure. Think about it: We wear various… Read More
There’s recently been a cultural shift in how we talk about women’s “personal” issues. Where there once was whispering and under-the-table discussion about periods, PMS, and menstrual cups, there’s now prominent celebrities discussing bleeding, breast tenderness, and mood swings on social media. Women are becoming open books in popular culture—but when they start talking about… Read More