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Menophobia- Fear of Menstruation
You would have definitely heard about claustrophobia, aerophobia, hydrophobia, and cynophobia. But what is the deal about menophobia? A greek word (meno) for month + phobia( fear) Menophobia is an irrational fear about menstruation or periods. Periods is a monthly cycle wherein a woman bleeds through the uterus discharging blood and other substances. This monthly cycle starts from the age…
Beginners guide to use menstrual cup and tampons
Do you remember taking your first roller coaster ride? The thrill in anticipation, palpitation, and jitters right before taking the ride is so spine-chilling! Well, using a tampon or a menstrual cup for the first time might be an adventure at par. The decision to ditch the easy-to-use pads and switch to tampons or menstrual cups comes with a lot…
Exercises to prepare for an easy Delivery
Bearing a child for 7- 9 months in the womb requires a lot of care and caution, Along with a planned health diet it is also imperative for the expecting mother to perform a few exercises daily. The exercise if performed under expert supervision increases the probability of safe and normal delivery. Benefits of doing exercise during pregnancy. 1. Boosts…
Effects of Parent’s Conflict on Child
It is true that no relationship is untouched by the tinge of conflict and banter However, we seldom think of how these arguments affect a child's mental health and development. Often the argument between parents starts from verbal banters and escalates to screeching voices. A child witnessing such quarrels becomes vulnerable and emotionally weak. On the other hand, When parents…
A guide for Dad to prepare for daughter’s Menarche
A bond between a dad and daughter is the most cherished one. A father would go an extra mile to ensure her daughter’s happiness. Right from piggy backing to leaving her at school’s doorstep a dad does it all. As the daughter grows up she experiences all sort of joys struggles. One such phrase is menarche; A girls first period. …
Period Product: Which one is better?
On one such morning during my menstrual cycle, I woke up to extreme stomach ache. Right after, I found my pants soiled in blood. The pads I used underneath couldn’t keep the blood from leaking down to my panties. I was as frustrated as confused about the incompetency of the period product. Thus desperately started looking out for the better…
Right Diet after 40
It’s not only the choice of song that changes with a transition in age but the physical health tumbles too. Post 40 your health takes a back seat. The metabolism rate dips remarkably low and you grow conscious to hog your favorite platter of spicy food. As your metabolism gets hostile to certain foods. Aging is indeed a natural process…
How Do I Convince My Mom To Let Me Get Menstrual Cups?
Did you know that menstrual cups have been around since 1930? And the very first design patents for its similar versions, called catamenial sacks, were granted in the 1860s! Menstrual cups, in fact, are one of the oldest period products known to humans — predating the first pads by a decade and tampons by more than a half-century. However, it…
