Let’s Clear This Up Once and For All. If you’ve been on the internet lately, chances are you’ve seen it. Someone confidently saying that if you don’t want to bleed on your period, a gynaecologist can just… scoop it out. Cue confusion. Cue panic. Cue people booking...
Gender-based violence in South Africa is not just a crisis it’s a national wound. Every week,new stories surface of women, queer communities, and children harmed, disappeared, or lost. And still, GBV remains treated as a “crime issue,” not the full-blown national...
If you’ve ever looked at your pad, cup, or period underwear and thought, “there’s no way this is just a few tablespoons,” you’re not alone. Every menstruator has had that “this can’t be normal” moment. Because let’s be honest, it looks like a lot. But here’s the...
Let’s face it. Periods can be enough of a rollercoaster without your uterus deciding to star in its own medical drama. Whether you’ve been diagnosed or are just suspicious of some shady internal activity, two of the most confusing culprits are endometriosis and...
Let’s paint the picture: You sneeze. You shift your weight. You blink too hard. And suddenly… it looks like a crime scene in your underwear. If you’ve ever found yourself questioning whether your cycle is supposed to feel like a monthly blood sacrifice, it might be...
Let’s talk about why period care shouldn’t require permission You Don’t Need Permission to Rest While Bleeding Let’s be honest. We’ve all done it. Said we’re “just tired” when we’re bleeding. Dragged ourselves to work while our uterus is in flames. Smiled through...
Hey love, You just gave birth and suddenly, you’re dealing with cramps, hormones, healing… and a lot of bleeding. You weren’t fully prepared for that part, were you? If you’ve ever googled: “How long should I bleed after giving birth?” “Is postpartum bleeding...
Let’s talk about something that can be confusing, sometimes unexpected, and often misunderstood: implantation bleeding. Maybe you’ve heard of it, maybe you haven’t. Maybe you just noticed some unexpected spotting and are wondering if it’s normal or if your body is...
Let’s have a real talk. If you experience periods, you’ve probably dealt with cramps, bloating, and that one pimple that always shows up uninvited. Maybe you’ve been told, “Oh, it’s normal. Periods are supposed to hurt.” But here’s the truth: That’s a myth. Yes,...
Let’s Talk About Endometriosis , Because It’s More Than Just “Bad Cramps” Hey, love. We need to talk. If your period pain feels like it’s bulldozing your insides, setting them on fire, and then reversing over them for fun, this one’s for you. I know, I know;...
