Period poops are a thing! If you’re reading this, We’re sure you know what we’re talking about. Let’s talk about it!  There are a couple different factors at play that...

If you’ve ever noticed that before your period your breasts feel tender, heavy, or even hurt, you’re not alone! The hormonal fluctuations in your menstrual cycle can affect your boobs...

About 80% of people who have had a period have experienced period pain, so if you do too, you’re definitely not alone! But it can be hard to know what’s...

For folks with female hormones, your menstrual cycle is the system that builds your uterine lining and sheds it each month, giving you a period.  You also have an ovarian...

If your period suddenly stops, you’ve taken a few pregnancy tests, and you’re not pregnant...it can feel a little confusing or even worrying.   But don’t worry, there are many reasons...

First, let’s get around the name - endometriosis - pronounced en-doe-me-tree-O-sis (or endo for short). Endometriosis is a very common condition, with research suggesting 1 in 10 people with periods...

Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? And it’s also one of the most important, providing a protective physical barrier against the outside world,...

Everything you were too embarrassed to ask about period poops! Don’t worry, period poops happen to us all. It’s a very normal thing and we’re here to explain the changes...

Do you find that you feel bloated near the start of your period? Many menstruators do. It’s often uncomfortable and something we’d rather go without.  Thankfully, there are certain foods...

Cycle syncing is about developing a routine - specifically, a routine of certain foods, workouts, and activities that align with your changing energy and hormone levels across your menstrual cycle....

It’s pretty easy to tell when you have your period, right? Yup! Periods make themselves known. But ovulation can be harder to spot.  Some folks will experience pain with ovulation...

If you’re someone with a menstrual cycle, you’re probably used to feeling a bit tired each time you get your period. But what if this fatigue doesn’t go away?  What...

It’s the week before your period and suddenly that cute top just doesn’t fit the same. Your breasts are sore, your tummy feels full and something just feels off! Pre-period...

Have you noticed that along with your energy and mood, your sex drive also changes throughout your cycle? A lot of folks experience changes to the way sex feels across...

As if the bloating, pimples and crying over anything wasn’t enough, for many folks who bleed, periods also bring on the dreaded, painful cramps. So, what exactly are cramps and...

Let’s talk about discharge. That mucousy liquid you see in your undies is there for a reason. It keeps your vagina healthy and lubricated, and naturally changes colour and texture...

How to tell if something’s wrong.  If you’ve ever wondered ‘should my discharge look or smell like that?’ you’re not alone.  Most of the time vaginal discharge is natural and...

Ever wondered what exactly goes on in your body each month? Throughout the different phases of a menstrual cycle, there’s a continual mix of changing hormone levels working hard to...

Ever wondered what your hormones are doing across your menstrual cycle? Having a period involves a complex interaction between brain and body to regulate hormone levels and prepare your body...

Some change in the length of your menstrual cycle is not uncommon. If you have one month that’s a few days shorter or longer than another, it’s probably nothing to...

More than half of folks who menstruate experience painful periods (also called dysmenorrhea).  The most common reason for period pain is menstrual cramps. Cramps happen when your uterus contracts to...

If sex ed and movies have left you feeling like people can get pregnant by looking at a guy the wrong way, you’re not alone. There’s a ton of misinformation...

You’re waiting for your period... You wait a few days... a few more, but it’s still not here. You might be a bit concerned. Where is it and why is...

Wondering if you might be pregnant? If you’ve recently had unprotected sex and your period is later than usual, you might be wondering...how do I know for sure?  First things...

Have you noticed more bad hair days around your period? A lot of folks report struggling with oily, flat and stringy hair around the time of their period. Why does...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (or PCOS) is a condition affecting hormone levels in people with periods. In fact, it’s the most common hormonal condition for women of child-bearing age, affecting up...

A lot changes in a month, including the level of progesterone in your body.  So what is progesterone and why does it fluctuate? Progesterone is a sex hormone made by...

Do you get a bit more… excitable… in the middle of your monthly cycle? If yes, here’s why!  Sex is a very personal experience and your sex drive, comfort and...

We’ve all heard about ‘The Birds and the Bees’ and how babies are made, but what actually happens once the bun is baking in the oven? During pregnancy, a woman’s...

Do you find yourself tossing and turning those nights before your period starts?  Are you spending time lying awake staring at the ceiling?  If so, you’re not alone! So, why...

Myths surrounding tampons have persisted ever since its invention in the 1930s. Read on as we unpack and uncover some misconceptions people have about them. 

Staying active while on your period can be a real pain for most people. These three period products can help you stay active even on your heaviest days.

In some corners of the world, tampons are still not widely embraced 

Mady Morneault, Endometriosis Survivor, Author, and women's rights Activist talks to YourCycle about her Endometriosis (Endo) story and the extreme lengths that she went in order to be heard, believed and correctly diagnosed.  Interviewer  Hi,...