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Free Online Course to Help with Navigating Your Menstrual Cycle Navigating the world of menstrual cycles can sometimes be overwhelming, with so much information available online it can be a struggle to know where to start. This is why Menstrual Cycle Support have launched a free, online clinically-backed course.
- 02/24
Talking About Periods in Sport Periods can affect sports and activities in several ways, and individual experiences can vary. Over the past few years, more and more athletes have opened up the conversation about periods and how it affects them and their sports performances personally. Join us as we take a look further into periods in sports and what effect menstruation can have.
- 07/23
Are You Entitled to Treatment for Heavy Periods? Last year, in 2022, GP Bas Bakx and gynaecologist Femke Wilms held a webinar with the help of our Wear White Again friends in the Netherlands1,2 to explain what Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB) is and which treatment options are available via your GP and/or gynaecologist. Here we highlight the frequently asked questions.
- 05/23
Does the Uterus Really Get Bigger During a Period? A misleading photo comparing the size difference between a menstruating and non-menstruating uterus has gone viral. Dr. Sherry Ross, an ob-gyn and Summer’s Eve ambassador, states that a woman’s uterus does swell slightly during menstruation, but not as drastically as the photo depicts. Dr. Ross further explains that swelling disappears after several days and does not play any role in the hormonally-triggered symptoms women typically experience during menstruation, like bloating. Originally Published in SHAPE (November…
- 07/22
Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Periods So many of us struggle to deal with menstrual cramps and increased bleeding. From the moment we get our period until the last day — it can be a monthly issue that can make us feel like we’re not getting the best out of our lives. Is Endometrial Ablation for you?
- 01/20
The Taboos of Heavy Periods – In the News 29 July 2019 We should all live in a world where talking about your period feels like a natural thing to do. But as we see with some of todays stories, it’s still a difficult subject but we are moving forward! Something we are working hard to ensure becomes a thing of the past. With articles from The Huffington Post and The Sun we’re sure the message is getting out there. Be part of the revolution!
- 07/19
In The News 06.05.19 Every week we scour the internet for stories and information to help break down the taboo of menstruation and build on the discussion of the pain caused by endometriosis. This week we look look at a third of men are unable to explain what happens during a women’s monthly cycle and Apple’s new Cycle Tracking feature.
- 06/19
Wear White Again supports Menstrual Hygiene Day This year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) aims to empower women to manage their menstruation safely, hygienically, with confidence and without shame. MH Day aims to help break the silence and build awareness about the fundamental role that good menstrual hygiene plays in enabling women and girls to reach their full potential.
- 05/19
Ana’s Story… I was always the odd one out, a small slim girl with non-existent breasts, who according to my peers, entered the world of puberty ‘freakishly late’. I was surrounded by friends with buxom chests and curvaceous butts, who would brandish their tampons around like it was a lipstick, cementing the fact that aged 14, I had still never had a period.
- 04/19
In the News 04.01.19 We hope you had a relaxing Christmas Period and are full of energy for 2019. It’s been quiet in the news world over this time, even Brexit wasn’t everywhere which made a refreshing change we’ll think you’ll agree! But it’s 2019 and that means a new month and new periods for woman all across the country. So we’re back on it and delivering the news…
- 01/19
When you suffer everything is very different… When you suffer from heavy periods, everything is very different…Besides being painful and incredibly messy, it was also totally debilitating. I dreaded my period arriving every month. Just the thought of it being around the corner was enough to bring me to tears.
- 12/18
In the News 11.12.18 Every week we scour the internet for stories and information to help break down the taboo of menstruation and build on the discussion of the pain caused by endometriosis. This week we have news from the The Mirror, The Daily Mail and the University of Sussex newspaper, The Badger!
- 12/18
Blogger Arthurwears talks Heavy Periods I was going to start this blog post by stating that if you are my Father-in-law, ‘look away now!’….and then I realised – THIS is exactly the problem we are trying to solve here. I started my periods relatively early compared to most. I was 10 years old, and from that moment onwards, every single month I had 7-12 days of hell. My periods were heavy. They were painful. They made me sick…
- 11/18
Blogger Emma talks about her personal journey Earlier this year I went to my GP with abnormal bleeding. Truth be told I had put up with heavy periods for a few years. I didn’t think it was important enough despite the growing impact it was having on my life. Life was busy, I’ve three children and I am self-employed and I didn’t make my health a priority. Read the Full Blog here
- 11/18
Nicola’s Story Nicola is a full time mum and blogger whose page Mummy to Dex has a very active social following, so to read her story, delivered with such detail and honesty really is a refreshing insight. “Every woman remembers the day they got their first period. There’s such a hype to it, you don’t want to be the first in your friendship group, yet you definitely don’t want to be the last. There’s something so bitter sweet…
- 11/18
The Language of Periods – Already know about it and just want to download it! Click here – Our new research shows that while people in the UK use over 250 different terms to refer to periods, as a nation we still aren’t comfortable talking about them and lack basic knowledge. In fact, nearly a third of adults (31%) finds the subject uncomfortable and incredibly one in five women – and over a third of men – don’t know where…
- 10/18
Heavy Periods after Pregnancy The point at which your periods start again following your pregnancy varies between women. On average, it takes 2 to 6 months, but 9 months to a year is not unusual for many women. It certainly is strange; for years you can virtually set your clock to it and then suddenly, you have no idea what is going on with your cycle. In addition, your periods may be heavier than before. Why is this, is…
- 09/17
Hormone treatment hasn’t worked for me. What’s next? When a woman experiences exceptionally heavy periods, a GP will initially suggest hormone therapy such as the contraceptive pill or a coil e.g. Mirena. It may seem strange, but in many cases, they’re caused by hormone levels being unbalanced. But what if hormone therapy doesn’t work or the side effects outweigh the benefits?
- 09/17
Heavy periods during the menopause? Why they happen and what you can do about it! How will your periods change during (peri-) menopause? What exactly can you expect? Because if women’s problems were not bad enough, you will sooner or later also have to deal with the menopause too. Most importantly: is there anything you can do about your symptoms?
- 09/17
Menorrhagia: What counts as a Heavy Period? Some women experience heavy blood loss from their very first period, while other women are only confronted with this problem during the menopause. The question is: what constitutes heavy periods? That is difficult to define, because let’s be honest: periods are hardly fun as it is. But when they become all-encompassing, it is a completely different story. Your periods should not hamper your daily life. If it does, then fortunately – hooray! – there are…
- 09/17
Fibroids: What are they? Fibroids (also called myomas) are benign cysts that develop in the wall of the uterus (womb). They consist primarily of muscle fibres and connective tissue and feel rubbery. It sounds frightening, but in many cases, women experience few symptoms. What’s more; most fibroids are discovered by chance. Fibroids can vary in size considerably, but it is the position of the fibroid that influences the symptoms and any treatment. We have therefore included a short explanation…
- 09/17
When is a period, a heavy period? So there you are, minding your own business at an overcrowded station when you become aware that you’re feeling damp and worry that a red stain is appearing on your new white trousers. Typically there’s no toilet in sight! 1 in 5 women in the UK know how you feel. They understand about the need to plan every outing around their period, to limit their social lives and ensure they are prepared as possible for…
- 09/17
Hysterectomy – What you need to know A hysterectomy, where the womb and sometimes the ovaries are removed, is a major operation. Around 55,000 are performed in the UK each year. There are many reasons for having a hysterectomy including cancer, but there are times when a hysterectomy is not the best option and its side effects such as early menopause can be avoided. Always make sure that you have all the facts before agreeing to go ahead.
- 09/17
Hormone therapy for heavy periods Hormone therapy e.g. the contraceptive pill, injection or a coil is often the GP’s first choice of treatment for heavy periods. The oestrogen and/or progestin (the pharmaceutical replacement for progesterone) in them makes your womb lining (endometrium) thinner, so reducing heavy bleeding during your period. Contraceptive pills are taken by mouth daily, an injection is needed every 12 weeks, while the coil will need to be inserted by a GP or specialist nurse.
- 09/17
When is a period too long? It sounds like the start of a joke, but for 1 in 5 women, their periods are no laughing matter. Some women have always had long or heavy periods, while others are suddenly confronted with them after stopping the pill, childbirth or during the menopause. No matter why and when it happens, prolonged periods are not funny!
- 09/17
Endometrial ablation. What’s that? If you suffer from heavy periods, they may be caused by the thickness of your womb lining (endometrium). Some women have thicker linings than other, which can cause heavy bleeding during your period. If you are not planning to have further children, the removal of this lining (endometrial ablation), may be a suitable way for treating heavy periods.
- 09/17
All Change! Why’s my period heavy now? No two women have the same periods, but there are some average ranges that are considered normal i.e. a menstrual cycle lasting between 21 to 35 days for adult women and a period lasting 2-7 days. You will have your own ‘normal’. This can change over time – you can monitor this using a period diary.
- 09/17
Fibroids: What you need to know Fibroids affect around 1 in 3 women during their life and are the most common non-cancerous tumours in women of childbearing age[1]Patient Info. Fibroids. Last accesses 2 Aug 17 https://patient.info/doctor/fibroids-pro. Also known as myoma, leiomyoma or fibroma, they are benign cysts occurring in the wall of the womb (uterus). Most women are not aware that they have them as they have no symptoms.
- 09/17
Heavy bleeding during menopause. Do you need help? According to the NHS Choices website, most women will experience some symptoms around the time of their menopause. If asked what these might be, women say hot flushes, night sweats, difficulty sleeping, reduced sex drive and vaginal dryness. Heavy periods are not something that most women would think of.
- 09/17
What’s that?! Blood clots in your menstrual blood You may be alarmed the first time you see clots in your menstrual blood, but for most individuals who menstruate, occasional period blood clots are normal, and this is usually nothing to be worried about. However, if you are experiencing a large number of blood clots and your periods are causing discomfort, embarrassing situations or painful symptoms, it is time to take action.
- 09/17
Your menopause and your period Heart palpitations, hot flushes and a changing menstrual pattern – these signs and symptoms will sound familiar to many middle aged women reaching the menopause. Some lucky women experience fewer symptoms than others, but for others the symptoms caused by the changing hormone levels during menopause can be severe with the symptoms taking their toll.
- 09/17
