A first menstrual cycle usually occurs between the ages of 10 and 16 with the average age of a first period being 12.4 years old. That’s a pretty wide range, so how do you know when your kid needs ...

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After gradually transitioning from using disposable pads and tampons to reusable period underwear and menstrual cups/discs, I’m now a year into a completely zero-waste period care routine. While ...

Brandi Jones has over two decades of experience as a nurse in an acute care setting. Her clinical background includes pediatrics, medical-surgical, and women's health. She also specializes in ...