Life with PCOS: Guest Blog Series

Who are you? My name is Lillian (Lily) Hunt. I am a second-grade teacher in Oklahoma and just recently got married! What is PCOS? PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is, first and foremost, a hormonal imbalance. This imbalance causes lots of little cysts on your ovaries and enlarged ovaries. What has your journey with PCOS been like? I just recently (within the last year) got diagnosed with PCOS. It would probably be a better and more accurate story to tell you about my journey to find out what was happening to me. I was put on birth control when I was 16 (I am 23 now) for my ovarian cysts. I tried about eight different forms of the pill and the ring to help my cysts. The cysts calmed down for about a year when I went to college. This happened to be the year that I was in college athletics...

How to Take Care of Your Sexual Wellness

Sexual wellness and sexual health self-care are vital and sometimes overlooked aspects of our overall well-being. Sexual health can drastically affect mental and physical health. Thankfully, taking care of sexual wellness can be simple, and you might already be taking steps toward sexual wellness in your current...

Back to School Period Kit

Heading back to school can be an exciting but nerve-racking time. Making friends, finding classrooms, and handling work can bring on some anxiety. The best thing you can do to handle this anxiety is to prepare. Being prepared is also a great way to handle any anxieties surrounding...

Menopause and Your Period

Menopause eventually affects every individual who experiences a period. While sometimes it's looked at as a bad thing or a sign that “you're getting old”, it should be viewed as a natural process and simply a sign that your body is changing once again. For many people, menopause...

What is Period Poverty & How Can We End It?

Period poverty, equity, and inclusion have been discussed and advocated for now more than ever. But what is period poverty, how can we combat it, and can an individual person make a difference? Continue reading to find out all these answers and more. What is period poverty? While...

Period Sex: Do's, Don'ts & What to Know

Just because you're menstruating doesn't mean you can't have sex with your partner. While it might seem intimidating at first, there are ways to enjoy clean and comfortable sex while on your period. Follow these quick tips to better understand period sex and the best way to have...

Menstural Equity and Gender Responsive Approaches

Written by Regan Moss Menstrual equity advocates and public health researchers have stated the need for gender-responsive approaches to understanding the needs of all menstruators, including in healthcare provision, to support menstrual well-being across the life course. Yet, significant disparities still exist in the quality of care received...

Finding Comfort and Freedom: Period Underwear for Vaginismus and Vulvodynia

Written by Azia To, Dilator Founder and Fitness and Wellness Educator It's not always easy to talk about intimate health issues, but it's important that we do. Conditions like vaginismus and vulvodynia can significantly impact daily life and make using traditional menstrual products like tampons and...

The Cost of Uneducated Bodies

Since the overturn of Roe v. Wade, conversations about reproductive health have been at an all-time high. People with periods must have access to proper education about their bodies from a young age to ensure they can experience hygienic, healthy, and safe menstrual cycles, sexual experiences, and reproductive...

Breaking Barriers: Navigating Gender Affirming Care in Conservative Landscapes with Doctor B

We sat down with Ben Barenberg, MD, FPMRS, an Oklahoma-City based urogynecologist, to get his perspective on providing comprehensive care to all patients in a state where gender-affirming care is banned. His practice promotes a safe and comfortable space to be open with all things related to gender...

Gender-affirming Care Guide

While the concept of gender-affirming care isn't new, the word has been gaining popularity over the last decade with the increase of rights and tolerance for the transgender community. It’s important to keep yourself educated on terms and needs of the LGBTQ+ community. This guide offers an explanation...

National Menstrual Hygiene Day: What, Why, & What Can You Do?

First, Happy National Menstrual Hygiene Day! What is it? In 2013, National Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) was started by the German non-profit, Wash United. MH Day is now observed globally! This day brings awareness to the millions of menstruators globally that lack access to products and education...

Earth Month & Menstruation

April is Earth Month, so it’s the perfect time to consider the environmental impact of our daily habits, including our Period care routines! The Reality of Disposable Period Products The reality is that period products are a necessity, but disposable products are detrimental to the environment. The average...

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