We spoke to three women’s wellness advocates, who opened up about their first menstrual experience and what resources are needed to help today’s young women. Most women remember the day they ...

More girls are getting their first period before the age of 9, raising concerns among doctors. Experts explain why early ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Nancy Redd Nancy Redd is Wirecutter’s health and grooming writer. Her latest ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Roberts’s response was an early iteration of what would become ...

Anna Lee Beyer writes about mental health, relationships, parenting, and books for Huffington Post, Romper, Slate, Glamour, Parents, and others. A first menstrual cycle usually occurs between the ages ...

Getting your first period can come with a lot of conflicting feelings, from confusion and fear to excitement or relief. Knowing what to expect — as much as is possible — is one thing that can make ...

Dads shouldn't shy away from conversations about their daughters' reproductive health—even if conversations about menstruation are still taboo or awkward. Being informed about menstruation means that ...

I got my first period when I was 12. Since then, my experience with it has been pretty dull. I have a 28-day cycle with cramps, occasional mood swings, backache, and a usual flow. My school taught us ...