The Gush Blog
education
Menstrual Blood Isn't Scary!
It’s not harmful, dangerous, or dirty – just misunderstood, often due to centuries of stigma and taboos.
education
Menorrhagia: What is it and what can I do about it?
What the heck is menorrhagia? Simply put, it's when you experience abnormally heavy bleeding during your period. And we're not talking about a little extra blood - we're talking about soaking thro...
essentials
Periods and Melatonin: The Surprising Connection
Okay! Let's talk about how wild it is that there's a connection between your menstrual cycle and the hormone melatonin.
Before we dive in, let's start with a quick refresher on what melatonin is. ...
menstruation
Making the Switch to Period-Proof Underwear
Leak proof underwear, it's not a pipe dream.
menstruation
Why You Should Track Your Period
For a long time it seemed like fertility was the only reason people tracked their cycles, but there are so many other benefits to doing so. Need a reason?