How does giving birth impact your menstrual cycle, more specifically your period? Whether you've had a c-section or gave birth vaginally the return of your period is based on a few key factors which we'll discuss below. It's important to keep in mind that this post...
Discharge will first appear in puberty around the time someone gets their first period. It can even begin up to six months before their first period. Discharge is made up of fluid from the uterus, cervix and vagina. The amount of discharge, colour and texture...
Tracking your menstrual cycle has been all the rage in recent years. As a result, period tracking apps like Clue and Stardust have become increasingly popular too. It's also possible to track your cycle manually on your computer, phone or with a notebook. Today...
This is a topic that's inundated with myths and misinformation! So, let's clear it up. In short, it IS possible to get pregnant while on your period. Although the possibility is low, it can still happen. Also, just because you're on your period it doesn't give you...
Okay, so the VAGINA itself doesn't sweat because there are no sweat glands inside of the vagina. However, the vulva (the outside part of the vagina) does sweat. The vulva has sweat glands called apocrine glands, which are the same sweat glands found in the armpits....
With festive season almost in full swing, year-end celebrations, gatherings and parties will be taking place! If there's one thing that we can all agree on about South Africans, it's that we love any excuse for a party, especially in December. However, periods...
If you've had your period for some time you've probably noticed a pattern with your bowel movements each month too. Suddenly, there are a few noticeable changes with your poop, like how frequently you poop, the smell might get significantly worse, and the...
When it comes to throwing away used period products most of us are familiar with how to throw away a used pad or pantyliner. However, properly disposing of used tampons can be a bit trickier, especially if you're new to using tampons. Luckily though, there's not...
Firstly, it's COMPLETELY NORMAL for period blood to have a smell. There's absoloutely no reason to feel ashamed or embarrassed, because everyone that gets their period experiences this. If you're concerned that other people can also smell the odour, the chances of...
Beyond the noticeable flow of blood during menstruation, there are additional components that contribute to the unique makeup of period blood. Delving deeper into this biological process sheds light on what's happening within the body. The presence of soft tissue...
