Periods are a normal part of growing up, but for some teens, they can be more than just uncomfortable. If your cramps feel so painful that you can’t go to school, play sports, or even get out of bed, it could be a sign of something more serious called endometriosis . Though it’s often talked about as an “adult condition,” research shows that endometriosis can start during the teenage years. Learning what it is, how to recognize the symptoms, and how to speak up about it can m

In New York City, many teens face a challenge that’s often hidden behind closed bathroom doors: accessing menstrual products when they need them. Period equity refers to the fair and equal access to menstrual products, education, and proper sanitation. It’s about recognizing that menstruation is a normal biological process—not something that should disrupt a person’s education, health, or dignity. Yet, even in a city as resourceful as NYC, period poverty continues to impact s

Finding out you’re pregnant can be an exciting time, but there are many risks that can complicate things if you’re not informed. One such...

One of the most important yet often overlooked parts of self-care is understanding what’s happening inside your body. Breast health is...

When we talk about periods, most of the focus tends to be on the obvious: cramps, bleeding, mood swings, or the hassle of finding the...

Menstruation is a universal experience, but the way it is understood, talked about, and treated varies widely from culture to culture....

While the topic may seem daunting to youth, infertility is a real possibility for many women. Individuals will plan their lives around...

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Around the world, periods are becoming more than just a personal topic—they’re becoming political. As more people speak up about the...

In Part 1, we covered what endometriosis is, what the symptoms look like, how it affects fertility, and why it is often so hard to...

If you’ve ever read the tiny warning label on the side of a tampon box and thought, “Toxic Shock Syndrome? That sounds scary, but it...

PCOS, as covered in another article, is a condition that can affect your ovaries. But this can be used as an umbrella term; in reality,...

Ever since the FDA approved the birth control pills in 1960, millions of women around the world have been using it for a variety of...

Cervical cancer doesn’t usually show up in teen years, but understanding it early gives you the power to protect yourself later. Most...

Menopause is something that most people with periods will go through at some point in their lives, yet it’s rarely talked about,...

For many girls, periods come with some level of discomfort. But when the pain becomes intense, constant, or begins interfering with daily...

The menstrual cycle is a complex and dynamic biological process that encompasses much more than menstruation alone. It is divided into...

If you’ve ever noticed different colors in your discharge or period blood and wondered what it meant, you’re not alone. Your body is...

Hey there!Let's chat about something that’s not the most glamorous topic, but it’s so important: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). If...

Have you ever felt like your emotions are totally out of control right before your period? One moment, you're laughing at a TikTok, and...