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How long can you go without a period on birth control pills?

How long can you go without a period on birth c...

You can avoid having a period by just taking the active birth control pills and not the placebo pills (the last week of pills for that month's supply). If you are experiencing any serious changes ...

How long can you go without a period on birth c...

You can avoid having a period by just taking the active birth control pills and not the placebo pills (the last week of pills for that month's supply). If you are experiencing any serious changes ...

Does my sex drive increase while on my period?

Does my sex drive increase while on my period?

It's super normal for your sex drive to increase while on your period. This happens due to the rise and fall of certain hormones that increase your libido (a.k.a sex drive)!

Does my sex drive increase while on my period?

It's super normal for your sex drive to increase while on your period. This happens due to the rise and fall of certain hormones that increase your libido (a.k.a sex drive)!

Other than birth control, what medications can reduce cramps?

Other than birth control, what medications can ...

Other medications that are helpful in reducing abdominal pain from cramps include your standard over-the-counter pain relievers (i.e. Advil, Motrin, or Aleve) and prescription nonsteroidal anti-inf...

Other than birth control, what medications can ...

Other medications that are helpful in reducing abdominal pain from cramps include your standard over-the-counter pain relievers (i.e. Advil, Motrin, or Aleve) and prescription nonsteroidal anti-inf...

An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

This story comes from Heather George, from our very own Inner Cycle Read about her experience dealing with postpartum depression and mental health, and how they sought help and got support...

An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

This story comes from Heather George, from our very own Inner Cycle Read about her experience dealing with postpartum depression and mental health, and how they sought help and got support...

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Health Doctor Dr. Saru Bala

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Healt...

Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) is a Period Powerhouse. Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) has been on the August Medical Board since the beginning, helping us to answer questions on the Ask...

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Healt...

Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) is a Period Powerhouse. Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) has been on the August Medical Board since the beginning, helping us to answer questions on the Ask...

Can I have sex on my period?

Can I have sex on my period?

Yes, you sure can - if you are comfortable with it! It might be messy, but it's not impossible. Having sex can actually relieve cramps! Keep in mind that you may be at risk of contracting HIV or S...

Can I have sex on my period?

Yes, you sure can - if you are comfortable with it! It might be messy, but it's not impossible. Having sex can actually relieve cramps! Keep in mind that you may be at risk of contracting HIV or S...

Can you skip the placebo pills (last week of pills) of birth control to skip your period?

Can you skip the placebo pills (last week of pi...

Yes you can, as long as you take the active pills as prescribed and don't miss days routinely!

Can you skip the placebo pills (last week of pi...

Yes you can, as long as you take the active pills as prescribed and don't miss days routinely!

Funk it Wellness: Seed Cycling & Menstrual Nutrition with Kate Morton

Funk it Wellness: Seed Cycling & Menstrual Nutr...

What inspired you and ignited your passion for starting FunkIt Wellness? What is the mission and goal? I've always had a passion for talking about things that people don't traditionally...

Funk it Wellness: Seed Cycling & Menstrual Nutr...

What inspired you and ignited your passion for starting FunkIt Wellness? What is the mission and goal? I've always had a passion for talking about things that people don't traditionally...

Understanding Hormones On Your Period

Understanding Hormones On Your Period

Introduction <3 Hi! I’m Julie McClure and I'm the founder & CEO of Hello.Me, a brand that is on a mission to change what it means to be ‘hormonal’ and to...

Understanding Hormones On Your Period

Introduction <3 Hi! I’m Julie McClure and I'm the founder & CEO of Hello.Me, a brand that is on a mission to change what it means to be ‘hormonal’ and to...