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Living with periods

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Period basics

Once your periods have started, knowing what’s happening in your body – and why – can make a huge difference to how you feel about them.

Is your period normal?

It’s common for women to worry that their periods aren’t normal – mainly because, when they first start, periods do take some getting used to.

Preventing night-time leaking

Waking up to discover blood on your sheets isn’t the best way to start the day.

How PMS affects women

Getting moody before and during a period isn’t just ‘life angst’.

Why do women get period pain?

One of the least fun aspects of menstruation is period pain.

Can women exercise on their period?

While exercising during your period might be the very last thing you feel like doing, there are a stack of reasons why it’s a really good idea.

Personal hygiene, periods and how to feel good

From puberty onwards, you’ll probably think more about how often to wash and what products to use – and not just because of periods.

Is it possible to stop or postpone a period?

Let’s face it, Mother Nature doesn’t always have the best timing.

Is Your Vaginal Discharge Normal?

Knowing whether your discharge is normal is pretty simple once you’ve got the facts and know your cycle. So here they are.