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My Period and I

  • Understanding Irregular Periods: When to Worry and When Not To

    If you’ve ever stared at your period tracker wondering why your period didn’t come “on time,” you’re not alone. Many of us have been there, scrolling through Google at midnight, convinced something is seriously wrong. But here’s the truth: not every irregular period is a sign of a problem. Let’s talk about what’s normal, what’s…

  • Understanding the Different “Types” of PCOS

    If you’ve spent time on Instagram, TikTok, or health blogs, you’ve probably seen people talking about different “types of PCOS” like insulin-resistant, inflammatory, or post-pill PCOS. When it comes to PCOS, not everyone experiences it in the same way. While the official medical guidelines don’t formally separate PCOS into subtypes, many practitioners and researchers describe…

  • How PCOS is Diagnosed (and Why It Takes So Long) 

    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions, affecting about 1 in 10 women and people with ovaries worldwide. Yet, despite how common it is, many people go undiagnosed for years. Some spend their teens and twenties struggling with irregular cycles, acne, weight changes, or fertility issues only to find out…

  • Early Signs of PCOS You Shouldn’t Ignore

    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions, affecting about 1 in 10 women and people with ovaries worldwide. Yet, it is also one of the most underdiagnosed. Many live with symptoms for years before getting answers. Why? Because the early signs of PCOS are often dismissed as “just stress,” “teenage…

  • PCOS: MYTHS AND FACTS

    PCOS is surrounded by myths that make it harder to understand and even harder to live with. Here are 16 myths and facts to help set the record straight. 🔹 1. Myth: PCOS always means you have ovarian cysts. Fact: The name is misleading as not everyone with PCOS has cysts on their ovaries.  🔹…

  • PCOS Awareness Month: Shedding Light, Spreading Hope

    September is PCOS Awareness Month. It is a time to highlight a condition that affects 1 in 10 women and people with ovaries worldwide, yet is still widely misunderstood and often overlooked so today we are doing our own little part to ensure it is known more by people and understood just a little bit…

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