Period Prep

Everything You Need to Know about Swimming on Your Period

There is absolutely no reason why you can't swim or play in any type of water at all times of the month! Read on for tips to help take the stress out of swimming on your period.

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Five Foods for a Better Period, From an RD

Registered dietitian and author of “The Better Period Food Solution” Tracy Lockwood Beckerman shares which foods she recommends during a period.

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I'm 13 and haven't got my period yet. Is there something wrong with me?

Peer Answer: Consider yourself lucky, you don't have to deal with it yet! No worries though, there isn't a set age when girls start their periods, it changes between every different person - some get it earlier...

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Tips to Sleep Better on your Period

By Dr. Staci Tanouye OB/GYN, MD Are you struggling to get a peaceful night's sleep while on your period? Dealing with PMS symptoms and a heavy flow that can cause leaks while you’re sleeping,...

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Top 10 Period Myths Busted

Ever heard you could be attacked by sharks if you swim on your period? Find out if that is true or false!

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First Period: What You Might Expect

You might be wondering about your first period. You might even be a little nervous about asking someone. It's fine to wonder and very natural to want to know what it is that your body is doing. Trust...

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How do I know if I'm having my real first period?

Peer Answer: Sometimes it can be tricky to know for sure. The first time you have your period, you may just have some brown spotting in your underwear for a few days and yet that could be it! If you've had boobs...

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How do you overcome being shy when buying pads or tampons?

Peer Answer: You go to the top of the highest building you know of and shout, “I’m on my period and need to buy pads or tampons!” Once the entire world knows everything, you’ll have nothing to be shy about because...

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How to Induce or Shorten Your Period

Trying to get your period sooner? Your wish is our command...sort of! We’d love to help and we’re here to provide you with as many resources as we can to help you safely manage your...

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When I start my period I'm always very tired. Why is this?

Peer Answer: I find that I’m usually tired when I start my period too. I’m not exactly sure why we feel like that. I usually make the joke that I’m tired because I’ve been PMS’ing the past couple of days, and it’s...

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Getting the Most From Your Gyno Visits

Discover five tips that can help you prepare for your next visit to help maximize the experience for the benefit of your good health.

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Will I still be a virgin if I use a tampon?

Peer Answer: Personally, I define losing your virginity as the point when you choose to (and do) have sex for the first time. So, based on my definition of virginity, using a tampon will not affect it. There's...

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I'm 15 and I haven't gotten my period in 6 months. It started when I was 13, shouldn't it be regular by now?! PS. My doctor (male) does not care, and he won't test me for anything.

Peer Answer: It does take a couple years for your period to find its pattern, although I’m not very sure about it stopping completely. As for the doctor, my recommendation is if you’re not comfortable with him,...

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Why do I get itchy before my period?

Peer Answer: First let me start by assuming you mean itching down there rather than itching all over your body. In the days before your period a lot is happening. The hormone progesterone really decreases since...

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What is the youngest age that a girl can start her period?

Peer Answer: You know, I'm not sure what the world record is for youngest person to start her period -- but I do know there's a huge range. I know girls who started at age 8 or 9 and girls who started at age 15 or...

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Do your boobs get bigger once you start your period? What about when you're on your period?

Peer Answer: Your boobs won't necessarily get any bigger just because you started your period (bummer!). But since your period is one marker of puberty, it might just coincide with your boobs growing (bonus!)....

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Your First Appointment With The Gynecologist

Before going to your first appointment, learn more about what you can expect and how you can prepare.

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Should I Have Both an Obstetrician / Gynecologist & Primary Care Doctor?

Primary care doctors versus OB/GYNs – here’s why OB/GYN Dr. Staci Tanouye says it’s important to see both.

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Five Ways to Address PMS Through Food, From an RD

Did you know you there are ways to help manage PMS through diet and nutrition? Registered dietitian Tracy Lockwood Beckerman shares how!

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Top Questions To Ask Your Obstetrician / Gynecologist

Don’t be afraid to ask your OB/GYN anything! OB/GYN Dr. Staci Tanouye shares answers to common questions from her patients.

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Planning Ahead for Your Period

We can't control when our period arrives, but tracking your cycle let's you proactively plan ahead, so you can take on each day without worry.

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Top Tips to Beat PMS Cravings

Cravings can occur like clockwork. Learn more about what causes them and how to curb those inevitable cravings.

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