Anna Druet, BA

Have periods always needed code words? Where did these words come from, and how did they come about?

How to know when perimenopause happening

PCOS is a common disorder, but it remains undiagnosed and unmanaged in most people who have it

Managing perimenopause depends on the experiences you have

What is "normal" vaginal discharge? Everything you need to know, from color, to consistency, to odor.

Your “period” on the pill is actually called withdrawal bleeding.

I’d heard that experiences of menopause vary, but there’s one thing I wasn’t prepared for: my skyrocketing sex drive.

Your menstrual cycle is an indicator of your body’s overall functioning.

If you have access to a legal abortion, here is what to expect.

Here’s what the research says about menstrual pain.

The quality, consistency, and volume of cervical fluid types changes along with the menstrual cycle.

When a pelvic floor is strong, organs are well supported and firmly in place.

Getting your first period is a sign that you’ve reached the beginning of your reproductive years

The way sex feels can change throughout your cycle. Something that felt great on day 14 may be less comfortable...

The details we don't learn in school are pretty fascinating.

The way your cervix feels to the touch will change throughout your menstrual cycle.

Why do we get periods, anyway?

Understanding why and how frequently miscarriage occurs can help people process the experience.  

The balance of bacteria in your vagina is important.

How to know when your period is going to start

We spoke to Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, the author of “Periods Gone Public,” about what menstrual equity means.