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My Short-Lived Experience With Paragard IUD
This is my personal experience with the Pargard IUD.
Overcoming Your Fear of Using a Menstrual Cup
I got a severe rash that limited my activities when using a sanitary napkin. I was looking into other options when I heard many women complaining about the same issue. So I finally took that step towards a more economically viable and healthier alternative—period cups.
Menstrual Cup Tips for Beginners
For those new to menstrual cups, finding the right cup fold and insertion technique can be challenging. This article will give you some tips on finding the best way to use menstrual cups if you are beginner.
Party in My Pants Pads Review: My First Foray Into the World of Reusable Cloth Pads
Though I initially had no interest whatsoever in trying cloth pads; Party in My Pants pads changed my mind. After trying these, I will never go back to disposable menstrual products.
TENS Units for Menstrual Pain Relief: A Comparison of Livia and AccuRelief Mini TENS Systems
TENS Units are a great pill-free way of managing menstrual pain. In this review, I compare Livia—"the off switch for menstrual pain"—and the AccuRelief Mini TENS System.
Why Do My Breasts Hurt During PMS and What Can I Do About It?
Breast tenderness during your period can be unbearable. Learn why it happens and what you can do to feel better.
Best Ways to Remove Stains From Your Silicone Menstrual Cup: My Tips
Love your Diva Cup, or other silicone menstrual cup, but can't stand the sight of the stains? Is boiling not working? I have the solution for you — and you're going to be amazed.
My Experience With Endometriosis Medications
Endometriosis affects 10% or more of women worldwide. Many different medications are used to treat the symptoms and shrink the endometrial lesions, although there are no known cures.
Will Endometriosis Ever Go Away? What I Found Out
Endometriosis doesn't go away. In fact, if you ignore this condition, it will continue to grow and can seriously damage multiple organs in the abdominal cavity.
My Experience, Symptoms, and Treatment of Uterine Fibroids
The worst thing about having uterine fibroids is the emotional toll experienced every month. Read about my experience dealing with these conditions. Women, know that you are not alone!
My Earache During Pregnancy: Symptoms, Remedies, and Medication
At nearly 17 weeks into my pregnancy, I developed the most painful earache. This is what I learned about symptoms, remedies, and medications for earache during pregnancy.
So You've Been Told You Have a Blighted Ovum
If your gestational sac is growing and has not yet reached 25 mm, you are being diagnosed with a blighted ovum too soon.
Misdiagnosis of a Blighted Ovum: A Firsthand Account
I was told I had an empty gestational sac and advised to have a D&C. I turned down this procedure multiple times until finally, at nine weeks, we saw my baby on the ultrasound.