For over eight years, I didn’t menstruate. First, because I was pregnant. And then, because I got an IUD. Lemme tell you, I loved having that IUD. Suddenly, I no longer had to deal with heavy flows, heavy cramps, and poop problems. Period? What period? Sure, I was completely disconnected from the inner workings of my body, but that was a small price to pay for a period-less … [Read more...] about Our Red Book and the Power in Our Period Stories
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Signs That Puberty Is for Real Happening
How do you know your pre-teen is going through puberty? I chatted with health educator Lori Reichel of the Puberty Prof podcast for her 44th episode! Tune in below to hear us talk about some of the basic physical changes pre-teens experience as they enter puberty, and to learn what you can do to support them. … [Read more...] about Signs That Puberty Is for Real Happening