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Travelling while on your period

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  Being on your period and traveling is not as exciting as traveling without the worry of your period. Traveling can be stressful until you reach your destination and being on your period can add even more stress to your traveling plans. Whether it is by car, plane, or even boat anytime your travel you want it to be as stress-free and relaxing as possible. Today we will talk about traveling and your period. How to avoid traveling while on your period: There are times when you can’t control or avoid getting your period while you are traveling. Well, you can’t avoid getting your period at all, but you can avoid traveling while on your period. Thanks to period tracking apps you can roughly estimate when you will get your period allowing you to book trips before or after the time, you’re supposed to get your period. Period tracking apps are not always 100% accurate, and many things factor into getting your period. Only you know your body so only you will know if your period is regular or i

Feminine Hygiene Products

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  There are hundreds of feminine hygiene products that stock the shelves of stores around the world. Feminine hygiene products are products used to maintain proper vaginal health whether it is a sanitary pad used to absorb menstrual blood or feminine hygiene wash used to keep the vulva area clean. Of these hundreds of products that women have access to it can be hard to find and decide what products you should use for your care. Feminine Hygiene Products and How to Decide What is Right for You: ·  Sanitary Pads: Sanitary pads are one of the most commonly used menstrual hygiene products and there are so many different options when it comes to choosing how can you choose what is best for you. When purchasing sanitary pads there are a few things to consider: ingredients in the pad, absorbency, and the length of the pad. When looking at the ingredients you should avoid any brands that have synthetic plastic materials, fragrances, dyes, or pesticides. Only you know your flow and can decide

Is your period healthy?

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  Menstruation can be a very confusing topic to understand. There are so many different parts of menstruation and the female body; not every woman menstruates the same. Diversity surrounds us every day and where some women can relate to you in some ways when it comes to menstruation, they aren’t able to relate to you in every way. For first-time menstruators, it can be even more difficult to understand especially without the proper education. This is why we at  Stetho Health Systems  want to educate women around the world about proper menstrual health and hygiene. Whether you have been menstruating for years or just got your first period there is always something to be learned about menstruation such as is your period consider to be a healthy period. What makes a period healthy? A healthy period for you may not be the same for your friend. Your period could last 5 days and hers could last only 2 days, but that doesn’t mean that her period isn’t healthy. A healthy period should last any

Menstrual Blood Clots

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  During your period it is normal for menstruating females to pass blood clots but not a lot of women understand why. These clots are a mixture of blood and tissue that is shredded from the uterus lining. The amount and the size of a female’s menstrual blood clots can vary depending on her diet and lifestyle choices. According to  Cristiana Sandor , CEO of  Stetho Health Systems  ,“Women are as diverse as our world, and the more we reflect on them the better we can understand their needs.” Not every menstruating woman has the same cycle, and one woman may experience different size menstrual clots than another. Menstrual blood clots form to help the body from losing too much blood. These clots are natural, and usually appear when a woman has a heavy flow. These blood clots are typically bright red as they are passed quickly and do not have time to oxidize. If you are passing clots that are dark in color it can be due to passing clots that are made of old blood. Blood clots that are dark

How to naturally ease period cramps

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  Roughly 80% of menstruating women experience period cramps. Period cramps can affect a woman’s day-to-day life due to the pain and discomfort women experience from them. For the uterus to shed the unfertilized egg that is released each month during ovulation the uterus must contract to result in cramping. Period cramps don’t have to affect a woman’s day-to-day life though. There are natural ways to combat the discomforts and pain associated with period cramps. Natural ways to combat period cramps: ·  Hydration: Hydration is key. During your period your body can lose a lot of water resulting in dehydration. It is important to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to feel your best and reduce bloating which can cause your cramps to become stronger. ·  Heat therapy: The heat helps in relaxing muscles. During your period applying heat to the abdomen can help reduce the pain and discomfort brought by cramps. Heating pads, warm baths, or heating patches can help relax your muscles and re

Cervical Cancer

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  The cervix is located where the uterus connects to the vagina. According to the CDC 13,000 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed in the US each year and roughly 4,00 women die from this cancer. There are two main types of cervical cancer that women are prone to getting: Squamous cell carcinoma and Adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinoma is cervical cancer that begins in the squamous cells and adenocarcinoma begins in the glandular cells that line the cervical canal.   HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer. HPV stands for human papillomavirus and is a virus passed during sex from one person to another. HPV is a virus that women often times live with and have no symptoms. HPV can go away with time on its own but when it doesn’t go away it puts women at risk for cervical cancer.   Symptoms of cervical cancer:   ·        Vaginal bleeding between periods or after menopause ·        Discharge that is blood, watery and may be heavy or have a foul odor to it ·       

Uterine Fibroids

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  Uterine fibroids are “muscular tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus” according to  Womenshealth.gov . These tumors are noncancerous but can affect the lives of women who do experience symptoms. Not every woman with fibroids will experience symptoms but those that do can experience symptoms such as: · Heavy bleeding · Lower back pain · Frequent urination · Reproductive issues · Bloating in the lower stomach area · Constipation · Vaginal discharge Cause of uterine fibroids: What causes uterine fibroids? The answer is hormones. Uterine fibroids are found to be controlled by estrogen and progesterone. When a woman’s estrogen and progesterone levels are high uterine fibroids grow bigger and when there isn’t a high amount of both hormones the fibroids will shrink in size. After ovulation, a woman’s estrogen and progesterone levels are at their peak and that is typically when she will experience enlarged fibroids. How will I know if I have uterine fibroids? If you have any of the abov

Period Confidence in School

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Going to school while on your period can be stressful and often can bring some girls’ confidence down. When a female is on her period, she may often overthink causing her to believe that she has bled through her pants or that she is bleeding more than she is. These intrusive thoughts can cause women to feel unconfident. During school when you are on your period you may think these exact thoughts; often when you are overthinking about your period, you aren’t as focused on your schoolwork. Here are a few ways to build your confidence during your period while remaining focused at school: 1.  Always be prepared: Being prepared with your favorite menstrual products and items that make you feel comfortable during your period can help put your mind at ease knowing you have everything you need during your period. Keeping a small bag full of products such as tampons, sanitary pads, intimate wipes, and menstrual pain relief so you are set up for a successful period. 2.  Bathroom when you can: In