We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Nancy Redd Nancy Redd is Wirecutter’s health and grooming writer. Her latest puberty book ...

We spoke to three women’s wellness advocates, who opened up about their first menstrual experience and what resources are needed to help today’s young women.

Punjabi singer Jasmine Sandlas recently opened up about her first menstruation experience, revealing that a lack of awareness about periods left her extremely scared as a young girl. The singer, who ...

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 ...

Getting your first period can come with a lot of conflicting feelings, from confusion and fear to excitement or relief. Knowing what to expect — as much as is possible — is one thing that can make ...