Menstruation
Menstruation
The pain and discomfort that comes with a woman's menstrual period is called menstrual cramps. The cramping is experienced in the abdomen, back and legs. Cramps are not the same thing as premenstrual syndrome (PMS) though many women...
Menstruation
In most every culture, having sex during a woman's menstruation is considered a serious taboo. Because of these built-in social norms, most women approach the idea of having sex during the menstrual flow as one worthy...
Menstruation
The first menstrual period is known as the menarche. The term is pronounced: MEN-ar-kee. It is usual for the menarche to arrive when a young girl is between the ages of 11-14 years. However,...
Menstruation
Do you remember your first period? You were probably around the age of 10 or 11. Maybe your period came as a total shock to you, or maybe you had been well-prepared to expect this first sign...