Close to Everything About Puberty – Scarleteen
This detailed article talks about all of the different changes that can happen during... read more
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What Are Period Panties and Cloth Pads? Do They Work?
Period panties and cloth pads are re-usable products for when someone has their period. That means they can be washed and used many times, unlike regular pads and tampons that you throw out after... read more
What’s Implantation Bleeding? How Can I Tell It Apart from My Period?
Implantation bleeding is a small amount of bleeding or spotting from the uterus that can happen when someone becomes pregnant. It's a lot different than a period, which is usually a lot more blood... read more
How Can I Delay or Stop Periods? What’s Menstrual Suppression?
Stopping or delaying a period is sometimes called menstrual suppression. People sometimes use drugs to stop periods or control their cycles. There are many reasons to want to suppress periods, like... read more
A Trans and Non-Binary Guide to Stopping Monthly Bleeding
Monthly bleeding can cause dysphoria for some trans men, non-binary people, and other trans-masculine folks. Some people call monthly bleeding menstruation, a cycle, or a period. Whatever you... read more
What’s Endometriosis? How Can it Make Periods Hurt More?
Endometriosis is a disorder that affects some people who get periods. When someone has their period, tissue in their uterus (called "endometrial tissue") fills with blood and then sheds through the... read more
Puberty: How will my Body Change? What Should I Do?
Puberty can be a weird time for a lot of people. Your body will change and grow in new ways. Some of these changes might surprise or confuse you. They might make you feel worried, embarrassed,... read more
KidsHealth: Five Things Girls Want to Know About Periods
A good resource for young girls who want to learn about periods. Whether you've just started your period, you haven't had one yet, or you've been having them for a long time, this article can help... read more
Bleeding Between Periods – When Should I Worry?
Periods typically come once every 21-35 days. If your vagina starts bleeding between periods, it can be easy to worry. Light vaginal bleeding in between periods is called spotting or irregular... read more
What Are the Signs of Pregnancy? Am I Pregnant?
There are many signs of pregnancy, but the only way to know for sure is to take a pregnancy test. You can get one at a pharmacy or health clinic. They're most accurate if you take them 10 days after... read more