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Don’t Let Cramps ‘Cramp’ Your Style: 5 Ways To Prevent and Manage Period Pain

Don’t let cramps keep you on the sidelines. Check out these tips to keep them under control.

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Is your period blood supposed to smell like fish, or is that abnormal?

Peer Answer: There are a lot of different smells that can come from down there and it’s great that you are asking this question. If you think about it, smelling is one way of listening to your body. Every woman...

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Is it normal for period blood to be really dark after starting a new birth control?

Peer Answer: I think the different levels of hormones in birth control can affect how your period is. I would see what Dr. Molly has to say about specifics when it comes to this though. She would know much more...

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How do you know when your period is actually finished for period calendars? Is it when the blood stops or when the discharge stops?

Peer Answer: Because discharge can happen at any time, I’ve always used the end of my blood flow to signal the end of my period. However, if you consistently have discharge after your period, you can include that...

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Missing Your Period? Here’s Why It Happens

Even if your period tends to be regular, an occasional delay, or even a skipped period, can be normal.

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Is It PMS or PMDD? How to Tell When You Need Help with Your Premenstrual Blues

Nearly eighty percent of women experience mood symptoms in association with their periods. Know when to talk to someone about your symptoms.

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Why am I bleeding brown blood 2 weeks after my period?

Peer Answer: Most likely, the discharge you are seeing is blood (mixed with your ordinary "self-cleaning" discharge - giving it that brownish color) that wasn't flushed out during your period. I've had this happen...

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When the blood is coming out during your period, will you know it is happening?

Peer Answer: If you’ve had your period long enough, you’ll most likely know just because you can expect what it feels like when it’s happening. I’ve had my period for about a decade (wow, nothing like a statement...

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What's wrong when you have your period for three weeks?

Peer Answer: Goodness girl! As if a week weren’t enough? While my periods have never been like clockwork, I’ve never had one last for three weeks. You really should talk to your healthcare provider about any...

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On the last day of my period, my vagina always feels like it’s burning. I'm not sexually active, so what's going on?

Peer Answer: Ouch! Burning is never a good feeling to have, whether you’re sexually active or not. I think it would be best for you to talk to your healthcare professional and have it checked out. You shouldn’t...

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Is it possible to have your period without having blood come out? I get all the symptoms except for the blood coming out.

Peer Answer: Yes, this is possible, and there are quite a few causes for having period symptoms with bleeding. One cause is hormonal imbalances based on age, stress, pregnancy, and other factors. Why not check out...

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How can having the flu or having a cold affect your period?

Peer Answer: With flu season just around the corner, I bet a lot of girls are wondering about this. The physical stress of a cold or flu does have the potential to throw your period off, especially if you’re a...

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Can your cycle change when you lose your virginity?

Peer Answer: That is a really good question. I honestly don’t know. I’m curious now, too, so I will be checking back to see what our health expert, Sandy, has to say about this one. You should definitely check out...

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Can stress cause spotting?

Peer Answer: You know what? I wondered this myself. I wouldn’t think so because I’m not quite sure to how the two would be connect, but it’s a possibility. Our health expert, Michelle, might be able to provide a...

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Can having sex mess with your period? Like make it irregular or come early or late?

Peer Answer: I believe hormones from sex can affect your period. I’m not too sure on all the exact details so definitely check out what Dr. Molly has to say for this one. She’ll have a much better answer for you!

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Are your periods irregular? What’s normal and what isn’t?

Learn the signs your body is giving you so you know when an irregular period is more than the body making a normal adjustment.

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Got Cramps? Exercises for relief

Check out these exercises that can help relieve pain from mild to moderate cramps.

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The Details on Discharge

Normal vaginal discharge is a natural part of the way a woman's body functions. Read on to find out how to take care of, respect and celebrate your wonderful body.

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Your Body After Your Baby’s Delivery

For nine months, you've been focused on the birth. Knowing what to expect afterwards makes it easier to feel in control of a new body.

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What Causes Irregular Periods?

Get to know the common causes of irregular periods.

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Putting Off Periods: The Pros and Cons of Fooling Mother Nature

Whatever the reasons women delay their periods, it's important to be aware of the health risks of interfering with the menstrual cycle.

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Pregnancy and Menstruation

Learn more about your period and pregnancy.

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Ovulation and Fertility

Being aware of your menstrual cycle and when you’re most fertile is key when you’re trying to get pregnant.

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Feminine Protection After Pregnancy

Choosing the right post-pregnancy protection will help keep you comfortable and dry, so you can concentrate on taking care of baby.

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