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 ...

It’s that time of the month and you’re in the mood. What to do? Period sex is still one of those sexual taboos that some of us might shy away from, citing logistics, cramps, and messiness. Some might ...

"I was shocked." "I didn't know what to do." "I thought I was dying." You don't have to look long to find people sharing the stories of getting their first period on social media — and for many, ...

Having a period is completely normal. It’s also totally normal to have a lot of questions when it comes to the variety of products that are available. A simple stroll down the period products aisle ...

When Dr. Chavone Momon-Nelson’s daughter was younger, she took her out for a celebration of sorts. The OB-GYN bought herself and her daughter matching bracelets and gifted her a decorative box filled ...

Medically reviewed by Kiarra King, M.D. If you're waiting for a delayed period, you may wonder whether you're pregnant. But ...