Do you have heavy periods? MP EDITION 110   If you ever feel like your period is extra heavy or is lasting really long, it may be a condition called menorrhagia, which affects around one in five people in the U.S. What is menorrhagia? Simply put, menorrhagia is an excessively heavy period that often lasts a long time (7 or more days). But how do you know if you have a heavy flow? Typically menstrual bleeding is considered heavy if you have to change your tampon or pad every 1-2 hours or if your blood clots are about the size of a quarter or larger.  Menstrual bleeding varies for ..read more

The Muff, The Myth, The Legend MP Edition 109 Is it alright if it isn't tight? Society has ingrained in many so deeply this concept that tighter vaginas are better, that how tight (or loose) a vagina is directly correlated to sexual pleasure.   The fact of the matter is that the vaginal canal is different for each person and has nothing to do with sexual wellness, pleasure, or your worth as a partner. The size and shape also change during your period, stretching and returning during your cycle. There are a lot of myths out there, so let’s go through and debunk them.    Myt ..read more

LIVING LIBIDO LOWCA MP EDITION 108 Everyone’s libidos are different, and that’s completely normal. Libido, or sex drive, refers to the desire to engage in sexual activity. Libidos depend on several factors such as anxiety, relationships, health concerns, and age.  While low libido is not usually a cause for alarm, it can affect relationships and self-esteem. Low libido is a common occurrence but it’s still considered taboo to talk about, with some shame and secrecy surrounding it. But the discourse is changing, more and more people are talking about topics such as masturbation and femi ..read more

The connection between mind and body MP EDITION 107   A type of therapeutic healing, somatic wellness therapy stresses the connection between the mind and body, focusing on using the body to heal the mind. This approach helps treat issues like PTSD, anxiety, and other mental and emotional health issues. Where other therapies focus primarily on the mind, somatic therapy considers the body as a whole. Somatic therapy can include talk therapy sessions but it’s not the only thing it involves. It pairs psychotherapy methods like traditional talk therapy, dream interpretation, and reflection ..read more

Our bodies our choice. Here are some options to choose from MP Edition 106   Depending on your goals - birth control, acne management, periods regulation, unplanned pregnancy prevention - there are several types of contraceptives available that work in different ways.  Before we get into the different types of contraceptives, it is vital that we address the current threat against reproductive freedom in the United States right now. Recently, documents were leaked that stated the Supreme Court was set to overturn Roe v. Wade, a ruling that made abortions legal across the U.S. This ..read more

Fake it till you feel it MP Edition 105 As scientists continue to explore how brain function is linked to emotional health, one thing is for certain: brain chemicals play a critical role. Our brain chemicals are the messengers, sending signals to nerves throughout the brain that impact the way we feel. So small actions can positively impact your mood, energy, and mental health thanks to these brain chemicals, aka happiness hormones. What are happiness hormones?   Dopamine Known as the “feel-good hormone”, dopamine plays a key role in everyday behaviors, like how we feel, move and eat ..read more

Tips for your nips  MP EDITION 104   Sore nipples or pain can manifest as aches, tenderness, and burning sensations. Sometimes, it can also be associated with general breast pain. Both nipple sensitivity and pain are common, happen to most of us at some point, and can be due to a variety of reasons. It’s usually not a cause for alarm and can be treated or minimized based on what the trigger was.  So what causes nipple sensitivity? 1. Hormones The most common reason for sore nipples is hormones. More often than not, ovulation can cause sensitivity. Typically, it’s due to pregnan ..read more

Let's clear the air on Queefing MP EDITION 103   Our bodies do so much for us, and they make noises from time to time. Have you ever thought “did my vagina just fart?”, you’re probably not alone. It’s called Queefing or technically known as Vaginal flatulence and it’s completely natural.  What is queefing? Queefing is when a pocket of air exits the vagina suddenly with enough volume and force to make a sound. The vagina has folds so air easily gets trapped and when that happens, it has to get out eventually somehow. While queefs are often referred to or likened to vaginal far ..read more

Symptoms and treatments MP EDITION 102 STIs (sexually transmitted infections) also referred to as STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) is very common. More than half of sexually active people deal with an STI at some point. What is an STI? It’s an infection that’s passed through sexual contact, regardless of penetration. Some STIs can be completely cured, while others are more about managing symptoms. How do you get STIs? Having unprotected sex (vaginal, oral, or anal) with someone who has an STI From genital touching Through inanimate objects such as sex toys Through breastfeeding a baby S ..read more

Break The Bias MP Edition 100   While we should celebrate the women in our lives every day, International Women’s Day (IWD) is a day to spread some extra love and recognition.   IWD is a global holiday that occurs every year on March 8. It recognizes women all over the world and their amazing achievements, as well as raises awareness for gender equality.   National Women’s Day was established in 1909 when thousands of women in New York protested for better working conditions, pay, and voting rights. Since then, the day spread beyond the U.S. and across the world, leading to I ..read more