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Why Are We Still So Weird About Periods?

Let’s be real. For something that happens to nearly half the population, periods are still treated like an embarrassing secret.  This is a guest blog written by Athika Ahmed, a young activist who is part of the Love Your Period Campaign.  Most of us grow up hearing whispers about periods through comments like it’s “that […]
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Periods: Breaking Down The Basics

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to periods. It can be confusing to know what is ‘right’ and what is ‘wrong’ when it is such a unique experience, and if your period doesn’t look like what your friend’s does. This is a guest blog written by Molly Fenton, a young activist and the founder of […]
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Talking with a Doctor about Periods and Other Intimate Issues

Visiting the doctor can be a daunting experience, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to help you start talking with a doctor about periods. This is a guest blog written by Emily Handstock, a young activist part of the Love Your Period Campaign. She is also a lived experience endometriosis advocate.  […]
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Understanding Menstruation: Your Guide to Periods

Periods are a natural part of life for anyone with a uterus, but how they look and affect you can be very different. Here’s a guide to understanding menstruation. What are periods? Each month, your body prepares for a potential pregnancy. Hormones cause the lining of your uterus to thicken, creating an environment that is […]
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P is for Periods and Puberty!

Starting your periods can be an awkward and confusing time. Your body is changing and this can feel overwhelming but we’re here to help with some information and useful resources that will help you to learn more about what’s happening to your body. Puberty can start at different ages, the average age for girls is […]
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What’s the Real Difference between PMS and PMDD?

You might have heard of PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome), but have you heard of PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)? This is a guest blog written by Athika Ahmed, a young activist part of the Love Your Period Campaign.  If you have a period, you’ve probably experienced some kind of physical or emotional weirdness before it starts. Usually, […]
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Period Products… Which One Is Right for You?

Choosing the right period product can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options out there. Here’s how to choose which period products are right for you. This is a guest blog written by Freya Curtis and Molly Fenton, young activists part of the Love Your Period Campaign.  Whether you’re looking for comfort, convenience, or sustainability, there’s […]
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Breaking the Stigma of Having Sex on Your Period

Whether you’ve started having sex, you’re thinking about it, or you’re just curious, it’s normal to have questions about how periods might affect things. And we do have to talk about it. This is a guest blog written by Molly Fenton, a young activist and the founder of the Love Your Period Campaign.  Breaking the […]
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Tips for Dealing with Period Pain and Other Symptoms 

Some people are lucky enough that when their period rolls around, they experience very few symptoms, can take over-the-counter medication and carry on with their day as normal. But what about the other 29% who experience severe period pain and everyone else in between? This is a guest blog written by Emily Handstock, a young […]
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The Love Your Period Campaign

The Meic Helpline has teamed up with the Love Your Period Campaign to raise awareness around periods and reduce stigma surrounding women’s health.  This is a guest blog written by Molly Fenton, a young activist and founder of the Love Your Period Campaign.  Becoming a youth activist At 16 years old, I started the Love […]
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Understanding Period Poverty

Period poverty is an issue that affects many people in the UK, particularly young people. It’s the inability to afford menstrual products, manage menstruation hygienically, and access information and support about menstruation. This blog provides information about period poverty and some of the causes and some resources if you are facing period poverty. What is […]
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