Her first period talk with her daughter – unexpectedly in a supermarket aisle – was awkward and far less reassuring than she ...

Did you know that a girl’s first period, known as menarche, is an indicator of her long-term hormonal health and future fertility? Sounds surprising, doesn’t it? While many women rarely think about ...

Periods are — much to the frustration of women — a routine part of life. I got my first period when I was around 12, and understood innately that this was something I would be dealing with once a week ...

Getting your first period can come with a lot of conflicting feelings, from confusion and fear to excitement or relief. Knowing what to expect — as much as is possible — is one thing that can make ...

With the right preparation, there's no need for your child to panic if they get their period while away from home Providing your kid with the necessary products, as well as realistic, body-positive ...

Dads shouldn't shy away from conversations about their daughters' reproductive health—even if conversations about menstruation are still taboo or awkward. Being informed about menstruation means that ...