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What your first period says about your hormones

Did you know that a girl’s first period, known as menarche, is an indicator of her long-term hormonal health and future fertility? Sounds surprising, doesn’t it? While many women rarely think about ...
The New York Times

The Best First Period Kit Is the One You Make Yourself. Here’s What to Include.

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 ...
Lifehacker

Make This ‘First Period Kit’ for Your Tween

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 ...