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26 Apr

5 Things You Need To Survive That Time Of The Month

No matter how many times you've gotten your period it can feel like the period pain, the bloating, and the cravings are unbearable every time. But don’t fear! We’ve put together a list of a few things you should do when that time of the month comes around. Dark Chocolate “But I don’t want chocolate when I’m on my period,” said no one ever. Let’s face it, chocolate is the BEST treat while you’...

No matter how many times you've gotten your period it can feel like the period pain, the bloating, and the cravings are un...

25 Apr

Period Bloating: The What, Why and How to Help

Ah, periods. We get surges of emotions, we cramp, we bleed more than we would like to (but thanks to leak-proof underwear from PantyProp, that is less of a headache than in yesteryear) and many of us bloat, too. It’s just not fair, is it? On top of everything else, now we have some clothes that just don’t quite fit. Occurring anywhere in the days leading up to our periods and during the actual...

Ah, periods. We get surges of emotions, we cramp, we bleed more than we would like to (but thanks to leak-proof underwear...

19 Apr

Foods To Eat On Your Period

There are TONS of great foods you should be eating on your period. No… not ice cream, or chips, or fries, or chocolate. Okay well, you can have dark chocolate but we’ll get to that in a second. But seriously there are a lot of foods out there that can help you combat various PMS symptoms like cramps or bloating or even can help boost your mood! Kale So during your period, you are going to ex...

There are TONS of great foods you should be eating on your period. No… not ice cream, or chips, or fries, or chocolate. O...

12 Apr

Why Do We Crave Sugar On Our Period?

We get it. You LOVE sugar, especially on your period. But do you actually know why you crave those sweets? Well, it has a lot to do with your hormone levels at the time of your period. In the time before and during your period your serotonin levels take a big dip. Serotonin (if you didn't know) is the hormone in your brain that makes you feel happy! So those days where you’re laughing and havi...

We get it. You LOVE sugar, especially on your period. But do you actually know why you crave those sweets? Well, it has a...

11 Apr

What Is Menstrual Blood Anyway?

Oh yay, periods. We all know the annoyance of the flow and the panic of blood seeping through (but you can help put that fear to rest with leak-proof period underwear from Ruby Love to guard the flow) – but just what is that menstrual flow made up of anyway? With the average woman menstruating for over 40 years of her life (and with a mean of 13 periods a year) that’s a lot of blood and stuff y...

Oh yay, periods. We all know the annoyance of the flow and the panic of blood seeping through (but you can help put that f...

10 Apr

How To Beat The Period Blues

It’s normal to feel a little blue around the time of your period. Your hormones are running wild and unfortunately, your mood is going to take a big hit from that. But don't worry, it will pass and you'll feel like your normal self soon enough. In the meantime, try these few things to feel a bit more like yourself during that time of the month. Take A Bath No, it’s not gross to take a bath wh...

It’s normal to feel a little blue around the time of your period. Your hormones are running wild and unfortunately, your m...

02 Apr

5 Things Gynecologists Don’t Want You Doing on Your Period

After months and years on end of enduring our periods, many of us feel as though we have it all figured out when it comes to doing what we need to do to get through it all. We have heard the medical advice, talked to our friends and generally feel like we have a handle on it (as much as we possibly can.) But, aside from the big medical things, there are actually five common habits most of us ar...

After months and years on end of enduring our periods, many of us feel as though we have it all figured out when it comes ...

12 Mar

Lifestyle Tweaks for Better Menstrual Health

Menstrual frustrations are, of course, not just all in your head. There are undeniable physical changes, hormone flushes, pain increase and more that almost just can’t be helped. But you can fight back. Making a few lifestyle adjustments can lead to an overall better, happier, less frustrating time of the month for you. Your Diet “You are what you eat” is not just a saying – it is kind of als...

Menstrual frustrations are, of course, not just all in your head. There are undeniable physical changes, hormone flushes, ...

19 Feb

Working Out While Menstruating

We know, we know – when you are on your period, you just feel sluggish and bloated and lackluster, and the last thing you might want to do is get up and exercise. But, if you are up to it, getting in some movement can actually be good for you. Here’s your quick, go-to guide for working out during this time. THE PLUSES Since you are already feeling not your best, typically, at this time of t...

We know, we know – when you are on your period, you just feel sluggish and bloated and lackluster, and the last thing you ...

12 Feb

Top 3 Period Myths, Busted

Even the best educated among us have heard countless wives’ tales and falsehoods about periods – ranging from “hmm, maybe that’s a little plausible” to “yeah I’m pretty sure you don’t turn into a werewolf at the full moon if you’re on your period.” We’re taking a look at some of the more believable sounding end of the spectrum of period myths – and busting them wide open. MYTH #1 – YOU LOSE ...

Even the best educated among us have heard countless wives’ tales and falsehoods about periods – ranging from “hmm, maybe ...

29 Jan

Period Hacks – The Natural Way

When it comes time for the bloating to begin, the cramps to commence and the flow to start, well, flowing, it usually means a lot of headaches for us women. And we are always trying to find natural ways to battle any discomfort – ways that save us from putting toxins in our bodies or any products that are potentially harmful. When it comes to universal period woes, here are some all-natural way...

When it comes time for the bloating to begin, the cramps to commence and the flow to start, well, flowing, it usually mean...

17 Jan

Painful Periods? Try These Tips!

When your period strikes, unfortunately, that means it oftentimes brings along with it cramps, sharp pains – just an all-around mess of uncomfortable feelings. And, while there is no, guaranteed cure-all magic fix to banish the pain, there are some things you can try to help ease the intensity. YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT Okay, maybe not quite that literally, but your diet can play a part in affec...

When your period strikes, unfortunately, that means it oftentimes brings along with it cramps, sharp pains – just an all-a...

15 Jan

Period Problems NO ONE Talks About!

It may be the year 2019 and girl power is all the rage and women are feeling pretty empowered and, hey, periods have been a part of our world for thousands of years, but when it comes to issues experienced while on our periods, why is it that’s still a little hush-hush? There are problems almost every woman faces while on her period and problems many less do, but still, they are hesitant to tal...

It may be the year 2019 and girl power is all the rage and women are feeling pretty empowered and, hey, periods have been ...

27 Dec

PMS: 10 Tips That Save the Day

PMS is no fun, that’s for sure! With the bleeding and the cramping and the bloating and the mood swings… Well, really, the list goes on and on. It’s time to beat the unwanted effects at their own game with these Top Ten Tips: Don’t skimp on your sleep! It may be hard enough to do even without the period stress but staying well rested will help keep you feeling refreshed and coherent, even a...

PMS is no fun, that’s for sure! With the bleeding and the cramping and the bloating and the mood swings… Well, really, the...

20 Dec

Coming Off the Pill: What Happens and What You Need to Know

So you have made up your mind to stop taking birth control. No matter the reason – you want to try for pregnancy, you want to get back on a natural schedule, you were experiencing negative symptoms, anything – you will probably be wondering: What happens next? Just like when you start taking the pill for the first time you experienced some changes, you should be prepared to go through some diff...

So you have made up your mind to stop taking birth control. No matter the reason – you want to try for pregnancy, you want...

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