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PMS Relief: 7 Effective Tools to Calm PMS Symptoms

July 21, 2023

While menstruation may feel like a burden at times, it is empowering to know there are ways to mitigate the lows and leverage the highs of our cycle. When it comes to PMS, consider approaching this time as a monthly opportunity to hone your self-care practice.

Sick Girl Advocacy

June 01, 2023

I’ve spent the last 15 years of my life trying to pretend I’m not sick. I’ve hidden on the floors of bathrooms, curled up after passing out and walked back out into a room full of people with a smile on my face. I’ve walked blocks to get coffee or hop bars with groups of friends, with a shooting pain up my legs, trying not to fall over and simultaneously maintaining enough of a conversation with them that they wouldn’t notice.

What the heck is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?

May 19, 2023

Known as PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), this condition is estimated to affect somewhere around 1 in 20 menstruators, though, like many health concerns impacting on women, there hasn’t yet been enough study in this field to properly determine key statistics. Unfortunately, many medical practitioners are not yet aware of the existence of the disorder, let alone how to treat it — an extremely disheartening frustration for sufferers to contend with, especially given that PMDD can have devastating implications on an individual’s quality of life; often impeding on one’s general well-being and their basic ability to function.

Should I lube my tampon?

May 04, 2023

If you are struggling to use tampons, some lubrication may help. However, it is important to carefully consider which lubricant you use as your vagina is very sensitive and only certain products are appropriate.

Sick Girl Ambition

April 19, 2023

To some, it would likely seem idyllic to clock so much couch and trashy tv time, but I can promise you it’s far from enjoyable. Often left to dwell in our own complex minds, sick days can be a mental health war zone. Endless hours of battling what it might mean if our bodies don’t improve or accepting that other people are just simply too busy to notice us.

Good News: Vibrators can help relieve period pain!

March 21, 2023

There are many ways to help ease period pain, but have you ever considered a vibrator as a form of pain relief? No? Well, perhaps you should! Here’s why… First, let’s chat about those ‘bloody’ annoying cramps we know all too well! The uncomfortable cramps experienced during menstruation ar...