You know that during days 1-5 is the bleeding phase of your menstrual cycle. But what happens during the other 23 days? Your reproductive system works around the clock, 24/7, to give you some of the desirable (or not so desirable) effects that you may be wondering how it came about! Before we get…
Ever had those moments where you just writhe in pain due to your menstrual cramps and simply don’t have the energy to try out any complex menstrual cramp relief methods? Try these home remedies that involves items that you can most likely find around the house! But first… What is Menstrual Cramps? Menstrual cramps, otherwise…
How many times have you laid in bed, wide awake and doubled over with menstrual discomfort? You’re not alone: 33% of women say they lose sleep during their periods. But, have no fear- there are ways to beat Mother Nature and get the good night’s sleep your body craves. How Do Periods Affect…
Mittelschermz? Is that the name of some fancy German dish? Close enough. Referred to in the medical community as mittelschermz — German for “middle pain,” (how apt!)— Mittelschermz, also known as Ovulation cramps, are the pain some people feel mid-way through the menstrual cycle, approximately during the time of ovulation. What exactly is Mittelshermz? What…
What comes to your mind when the words ‘memory foam‘ is mentioned? Most of you would automatically think of pillows, mattresses and even bras. However, Always (otherwise known as Whisper to us) has recently decided to attempt to outdo their competitors by producing the world’s first ever pad made with memory foam! We couldn’t wait to…
The amount of myths and old wives’ beliefs revolving around menstruation is simply too much to count. It can range from the ridiculous smearing of your first period blood on your face to prevent acne outbreaks, to the more ‘luxurious’ practice of receiving gifts of gold as congratulations to a girl for entering womanhood….
An estimated 50% of all women experience menstrual cramps of differing degrees. Among these, up to 15% would describe their menstrual cramps as severe. Surveys of adolescent girls show that over 90% report suffering from menstrual cramps. What are menstrual cramps? What are its symptoms? Credits: Giphy.com Menstrual cramps, otherwise known as dysmenorrhea,…
When one talks about birth control, options like oral contraceptive pills or even emergency contraceptives (eg. morning-after pills) come to mind. Very rarely talked-about is the FAM (Fertility Awareness Method). It is actually the only form of birth control that does not require the use of medicine or any other medical devices! Despite this, it…
