Saying the phrase “menstrual blood” or or the word “period” can feel almost dirty. That’s because in the western world, people with periods are taught not to discuss this exceedingly normal biological ...

When I reflect on what I am loving most about my senior year at Georgetown University, my answer is clear: school restrooms being consistently stocked with menstrual products. Following a long-overdue ...

I was recently in the company of a male friend and my menses or what some call ‘shark week’ started earlier than expected. When I informed him of this, he was utterly shocked but what was even more ...

So, the other day, talking to a friend about a story my great-grandmother used to tell — that when she and her sister were teenagers in the 1930s-40s, their mother would boil rusty nails and have them ...

OB-GYNs Dr. Wendy Goodall McDonald and Dr. Kiarra King debunk 13 myths about menstruation. They talk about how severe pain isn't normal and why some people can skip their period. They also talk about ...

In today’s world, open and honest conversations about menstruation are crucial for empowering young girls and helping them navigate this natural process with confidence and understanding. As a parent ...

Emily Lapeyre Gui, “How I Got Here” (2012-2017) (detail), cyanotypes and mixed media (all images by Jesus Petroccini, courtesy Rojas + Rubensteen Projects, unless otherwise noted) MIAMI — ...

Menstruation, also known as periods, is a completely natural and normal part of every girl and woman’s life. It usually begins between the ages of 9 and 15 (called menarche) and continues until ...

A survey conducted across 14 districts in the state revealed that nearly 94 per cent of adolescent girls in Maharashtra feel confident to challenge myths around menstruation. Maharashtra is witnessing ...