We’ve all been there: You’re in the middle of your period, and it feels like it’ll never end. Maybe you’re experiencing cramps, or clots, or heavy bleeding, or anxiety. But—is it normal? How do you ...

A Jan. 30 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) made an unusual claim about the menstrual cycle. “That’s crazy we really grew up thinking having a period is normal & ITS NOT,” reads the post. It ...

Gee Gee D. was loading the washing machine when she noticed a blood stain on her underwear. Rather than feeling embarrassed ...

At 40 years old, I had always thought that my heavy, seven-day periods were something that every woman went through. As a teenager, my mother assured me that the discomfort and inconveniences were ...

It is normal for a girl to get her first period anytime between the ages of 9 and 17. In the beginning, bleeding is often very light, and it’s quite unusual to have any type of premenstrual symptoms ...

When it's that time of the month, your period makes itself known. Between cramps, cravings, mood swings, and hormonal acne, there's a whole slew of symptoms to accompany your menstrual cycle. But you ...

Learn about heavy period causes like menorrhagia & menstrual issues. Doctors explain sudden heavy bleeding, symptoms, ...

Severe cramps and heavy periods are often dismissed as "normal," but doctors warn they may signal uterine fibroids. An ...

Period cramps happen because your body releases hormone-like substances called prostaglandins, which induce muscle contractions.

If you’ve ever experienced irregular bowel movements during your period, you’re not alone. Your menstrual cycle can lead to symptoms like bloating, cramping, and changes in your bowel movements. Many ...

Lauren Silva, a freelance writer in New York City, believes in feeling good in your body and making that experience accessible to everyone across generations. The proof is in her ever-piling browser ...