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  March is Women’s History Month and as we enter this month as women it is important to acknowledge some women who have helped paved way for us. Women’s History Month has been celebrated since 1987 when Congress declared the entire month of March as the official month. Even before 1987 women have made history and found a way to leave their mark on the world. Here are 4 women who have inspired women and made a lasting impact on our world. Ada Lovelace: Ada Lovelace was a mathematician and writer. Between 1842 and 1843 Ada translated an article by military engineer Luigi Menabrea about the Analytical Engine. Her notes have since become important in understanding the early history of computers. The notes she had written are now considered to be the first computer program. With a lack of access to education, Ada Lovelace was able to write the first computer program. This is an inspiration to women around the world, especially to women that lack access to education themselves....

  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 ...

  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 ca...

  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 ...

  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 ·        Discha...

  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...

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 yo...

  Did you know that your period and pregnancy go hand in hand? A period is the result of a female’s body not becoming pregnant during ovulation but when she does become during ovulation a female’s body will no longer menstruate as her body is already prepared for menstruation. Let’s define two words: menstruation and ovulation. Menstruation is the natural process that occurs to a female’s body roughly every 28 days and can last anywhere between 3 and 8 days. Menstruation is the process in which a female’s body sheds the unfertilized egg that was released during ovulation along with the lining of the uterus and blood. Ovulation on the other hand is the process in which a female’s body releases an egg from her ovaries into the fallopian tubes in order to be fertilized. Ovulation can take place 12 to 14 days before a female’s next period. Now that we have defined what menstruation and ovulation you now have a better idea as to why pregnancy and your period go hand in hand. When a fema...

  There are roughly 3.9 billion women in this world. Of those 3.9 billion women, 2.3 billion women lack access to basic sanitation methods. That leaves us with 1.6 billion women that have access to basic sanitation. Of those 1.6 billion women,  according to WaterAid , 800 million women, aging from puberty to 35-40 years of age, are menstruating. If we assume that 30 percent of the 800 million menstruating women use sanitary pads, that will give us roughly 240 million women that use only sanitations pads and 560 million women that use other forms of basic sanitation. Women generally get their cycle for 2 to 7 days, lasting up to 10 days, every month. If menstruating women use 6 sanitation pads per cycle, that is 1.4 billion sanitation pads per month and 16 billion sanitation pads per year that end up in our landfills.    What is a Sustainable Period?    A sustainable period is reducing the amount of waste menstruating women use while on their periods...

  All around the world women must find ways to maintain proper feminine hygiene. How a woman maintains her feminine hygiene here in America may be a little different than how a woman in a developing country maintains her feminine hygiene. Feminine hygiene is how a woman takes care of her reproductive health and intimate area. When a female menstruates, she uses feminine hygiene products that help her maintain her menstrual blood. The products used during a woman’s cycle are typically tampons and pads that come in varying sizes.   Women that lack proper menstrual hygiene management: According to the Worldbank an estimate of 500 million women lack access to menstrual products and facilities to maintain proper menstrual hygiene. Around the world menstruating women lack access to sanitary pads, tampons, clean water, and private toilets. 12.8% of women and girls worldwide live-in poverty. Women and girls living in poverty often have to choose between purchasing food or ...

  Finding a brand that meets all your menstrual health and hygiene needs can be difficult to do. Testing different products that may or may not work for you can also be extremely overwhelming and costs a lot of money. At Ava: Feminine Health and Hygiene we produce feminine hygiene products designed with women in mind allowing women to show up every day as their best selves. Ava’s goal is to make every menstruating woman that uses our products feel like they were designed just for her. We want every female using our product to think “wow, this product was made for ME.” We want to allow women to have access to products that will help them maintain their hygiene and health. When a woman uses our product, we want her best self to shine through, boosting her confidence, and feel empowered. According to Cristiana Sandor, CEO of Stetho Health Systems, “Ava is creating products for women with women in mind. When we as women help each other and take care of each other, only then we can enco...