Femspace

A blog about all aspects of the female cycle. The latest scientific findings, inspiration and interviews with experts across disciplines.

Menstrual symptoms you may not know about

Painful menstrual cramps, breast tenderness or mood swings in the premenstrual period Most of us probably know it. But menstruation looks different for everyone, and what is almost normal and typical for your days, your friend may have never experienced or heard of. Let's introduce 5 lesser-known menstrual symptoms that are not often talked about, but many women experience on a regular monthly basis.

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Can traveling affect your period?

But when you travel, your overall daily routine is likely to be different in many ways than it is on a normal day. You might cut back on your exercise, naturally want to sample local specialties, drink more drinks, stay up longer, etc. All of this can have a greater or lesser impact on your hormones and menstrual cycle. You may encounter the following scenarios:

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How does hormonal contraception work?

There are countless ways to effectively protect yourself from pregnancy on the market, and hormonal contraception is one of the most popular methods. But how does it actually prevent pregnancy and how does it affect your menstrual cycle? Read on to find out how this method works and what you can expect.

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