Periods are a physiological cycle that the vast majority of people with a uterus experience. Even though it is such a regular part of our everyday lives, religious and social taboos surrounding having ...

Having a period every single month has long been considered the norm and viewed as a sign of good health and fertility. But if you’re generally healthy and aren’t trying to become pregnant, you don’t ...

Researchers are finally trying to understand the complex causes of menstrual pain, or dysmenorrhea—and potential solutions.

The type of birth control you choose, when you start taking it, and the unique chemistry of your body all play a role in when your next menstrual period will be. With combination pills, your next ...

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If you’ve ever had a period, you’ve likely experienced cramps, bloating, headaches, and other PMS symptoms. According to the U.S. Office on Women’s Health, 90% of women will (at some point in their ...

Most things in life are uncertain, but when it comes to your period, you can usually count on its friendly appearance once a month. What constitutes a 'normal' period is pretty subjective, but what ...

Feminine hygiene products may be among the most basic and essential purchases a consumer can make. The 72 million women and girls in the U.S. of child bearing age—broadly defined as ages 15 to 49—rely ...