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Our blog has articles and conversations about menstrual health that matter. Engage, educate, and empower with us, one post at a time.
This blog dives deep into the science and tools behind ovulation tracking, menstrual cycle calculators, and safe period calculations. Whether you're trying to conceive or avoid pregnancy, understanding your cycle phases, ovulation symptoms, and using tracking apps can empower you with essential insights about your body. The blog covers how to track ovulation, even with irregular cycles, and provides tips for using tools like ovulation calculators, period calculators, and safe period calculators. Additionally, it discusses how lifestyle and birth control affect your cycle.
Discover the benefits of ovulation calculators, menstrual tracking, and safe period calculators in our comprehensive guide. Learn how to track your cycle, boost fertility, and plan for pregnancy—or avoid it—naturally.
Discover everything you need to know about PCOS and PCOD, from understanding symptoms, causes, and differences to effective management strategies, including lifestyle changes, diet, and treatment options.
Discover the ultimate guide to navigating menopause with Pinkishe Foundation. From understanding menopause stages to managing symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, explore effective treatments, long-term health considerations, and cultural perspectives on ‘The Change’. Find practical tips and advice to support your journey through menopause.
At Pinkishe, we advocate for women’s menstrual rights at multiple levels and influence change at all levels.
Traveling during your menstrual cycle can be challenging, but with proper planning and the right tips, you can manage it effectively. This blog provides practical advice on staying calm, preparing a travel kit, switching menstrual products, using heat patches for pain relief, packing healthy snacks, being aware of your surroundings, communicating with travel companions, and considering trip timing based on your menstrual cycle. These tips will help ensure a comfortable and stress-free travel experience. For more information on menstrual health and support, visit Pinkishe Foundation.
Explore five inspiring success stories from around the world that tackle period poverty. Learn how innovative solutions, from menstrual hygiene education in Kenya to free period products in Scotland, are breaking down barriers and promoting menstrual equity. Discover the impact of affordable menstrual products in India, sustainable menstrual cups in Uganda, and period tracking apps in the United States. These initiatives empower women and girls, enhance their health, and provide new opportunities.
Perimenopause is a natural transitional phase before menopause characterized by hormonal changes and menstrual irregularities. This guide explores common symptoms such as changes in cycle length, skipped periods, changes in flow, spotting, and prolonged periods. It also discusses other perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, sleep disturbances, and vaginal dryness. Managing these symptoms through a healthy lifestyle, stress management, regular health check-ups, and hormone therapy can make this transition smoother. Understanding and preparing for perimenopause can help you navigate this phase with confidence and ease.
Managing your period can be challenging, but following these 10 dos and don'ts can make it easier. This blog covers essential tips like staying hydrated, using a heating pad, doing light exercises, and pampering yourself to alleviate discomfort. It also advises against heavy lifting, consuming caffeine and alcohol, eating salty and sugary foods, being inactive, and wearing tight clothing. By following these recommendations, you can feel more comfortable and in control during your menstrual cycle. Learn how to take better care of yourself and make your period more manageable.
Menstruation is a natural biological process that often falls prey to myths and misconceptions, causing misinformation and stigma. This blog dispels common myths about menstruation, such as the belief that it's dirty, you can't get pregnant during your period, extreme period pain is normal, all women have a 28-day cycle, exercise should be avoided, PMS is imaginary, tampons can get lost, and swimming is unsafe. Understanding the facts about menstruation can lead to better menstrual health and reduce the associated stigma.
Explore the rich cultural tapestry of menstruation traditions around the world. Discover how different societies view and practice menstruation, from India's blend of rituals and restrictions to Japan's pragmatic approach with menstrual leave. Learn about Africa's varied practices, Native American tribes' sacred ceremonies, and the Western world's efforts to break menstrual taboos. This blog delves into the diverse cultural practices surrounding menstruation, highlighting both restrictive and empowering traditions, and advocating for menstrual equity and open conversations.