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CUPLINGS TV

Catch up on everything menstrual health and learn more about menstruation, period poverty and the issues women have to deal with every month due to lack of access to products. Our latest "Make A Difference" Series Features interviews with our Community activists, as we learn more about who they are and what they do.

Make A Difference Series

Dr Laylah Full Interview
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Dr Laylah Full Interview
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Interview with Wangui from @ProjectSomesha
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Interview with Autumn from @CycleLiteracyProject
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Your Menstrual Cycle Is More Than Just Your Period
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Your Menstrual Cycle Is More Than Just Your Period

Discussing your period shouldn’t be taboo—your entire menstrual cycle provides key health insights about your body. So let’s dive into exactly how it works. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker (then hit the little 🔔 icon and select "all.") » Watch more Body Language! http://bit.ly/BodyLanguagePlaylist » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com The period goes by many names: that time of the month, the Crimson Tide, and Shark week, just to name a few. It gets a lot of attention in health class, and it must be said, the period has gotten a pretty bad rap—but these days, more people are cluing into the entire menstrual cycle, rather than just the most visible part of it. Because as it turns out, there’s a LOT about it to discover and celebrate. You know, periods may often be seen as an inconvenience. Like we discussed in our last episode, those without a menstrual cycle have long been considered the health ‘norm’, while those with a menstrual cycle have to compensate for it, like it’s a weakness we have to work around. But that’s changing. But before we can talk about how you might be able to ‘hack’ your menstrual cycle...what is it, exactly? #womenshealth #menstrualcycle #health #wellness #seeker Read More: Everything You Need to Know About Period Tracking https://www.outsideonline.com/2416326/clue-fitrwoman-period-tracking-apps-performance “While recognizing monthly fluctuations can be useful, period tracking isn’t a silver bullet. There isn’t enough high-quality research to create evidence-based guidelines, especially given women’s highly variable experiences with their period.” Pandemic periods: why women's menstrual cycles have gone haywire https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/mar/25/pandemic-periods-why-womens-menstrual-cycles-have-gone-haywire "Persistent stress leaves us suspended in fight-or-flight mode. In threatening situations, a hormonal pathway in the body called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, which links the brain with the adrenal glands, encourages the release of the stress hormone cortisol – preparing us to respond to the threat. However, if the brain is telling the body it needs to “respond” all the time (to anxious thoughts, changing circumstances, the stress of home schooling, the impact of loneliness, illness or bereavement), unregulated cortisol can suppress the normal levels of reproductive hormones in the body. This can lead to abnormal ovulation, which will disrupt the cycle – or even pause it altogether." Covid vaccine: Period changes could be a short-term side effect https://www.bbc.com/news/health-56901353 “And, though the link is unproven, there are logical reasons the vaccine could be causing changes to periods - but these changes are not anything to worry about, reproductive specialists say. While painful or unexpected periods can be distressing, they're not a sign of any long-term harm.” ___________________ Editor's Note: At Seeker, we recognized that people of many genders and identities have vaginas and uteruses, and are affected by the topics that fall into women’s health. Series Description: Body Language is Seeker’s latest series diving into the world of women’s health, and their bodies. For so long, the medical field only used men to conduct research, creating a gap in terms of what we know about women’s bodies. So in this series, we'll be talking to experts to get a better understanding of some of these issues, and what we actually know about them. So join us as we discover how incredibly cool the female body is and how much more we still have to learn about it.
Menstrual hygiene tips every girl and woman should know
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Menstrual hygiene tips every girl and woman should know

Dr. Seemanthini Desai, a leading microbiologist of Dr. Desai Microlab, Bengaluru has shared some menstrual hygiene tips that every girl/woman should follow. Apart from personal hygiene, females should be conscious of menstrual hygiene practices once they hit puberty. Menstrual hygiene does not only mean keeping one’s body clean, but it also includes disposing of the waste responsibly. One of the most significant challenges that women face during their periods is the taboo attached to it. This need for secrecy often leads to poor hygiene practices putting many of them at risk of increased infections. Menstruation is a healthy and normal phenomenon. One should not be ashamed of it every month. Follow these to see you through your periods in a healthy way: Opt for a safe and comfortable method of sanitation. Sanitary napkins are the most popular choice. But menstrual cups are also catching up. Do not use cloth as your sanitary pads. Change your sanitary napkins as often as required. If you do not bleed heavily even then, you should change your napkins at every 4-6 hours. Do not wait for it to get saturated. Dry your pubic area well to avoid rashes. Wash your genital areas frequently. Ideally, you should take a shower every day in during your periods. Also, wash your pubic area every time you are changing your napkin. In case you are not able to wash it, wipe it well. Always wipe from front to back. Keep your used napkins in a well-covered bin. Do not leave them lying in an open dustbin. If you are using menstrual cups, flush your waste well. Clean and disinfect the menstrual cup based on manufacturer’s instructions. Modasta provides you authenticated health care articles, information and doctor videos. Get the accurate healthcare information. Like us! https://www.facebook.com/modasta Tweet us! https://twitter.com/ModastaHealth Visit us - https://www.modasta.com/
Is it Normal to Miss a Period and Not be Pregnant?  9 Reasons your Period is Late.
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What Does It Take to Improve Menstrual Health and Hygiene?
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What Does It Take to Improve Menstrual Health and Hygiene?

The pandemic has exacerbated the menstruation-related challenges women and girls face around the world and we need to tackle these challenges with urgency. At the same time, we also have to look ahead so we don’t lose sight of our joint long-term goal: a world where no woman or girl is held back because she menstruates by 2030. In order to achieve that goal, waiting for the COVID-19 pandemic to end is simply not an option. We need to step up investment in Menstrual Health and Hygiene. We need a multi-sectoral approach, leveraging collaboration among sectors including Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), education, health, gender, solid waste management, and the private sector. Learn more: https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/global-water-security-sanitation-partnership?cid=ECR_YT_Worldbank_EN_EXT ABOUT THE WORLD BANK GROUP 🌐 The World Bank Group is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. http://www.worldbank.org FOLLOW US ► ► ► YouTube: http://wrld.bg/x4SB50x47Lu Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/worldbank Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/worldbank Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worldbank LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-bank/ Events: http://live.worldbank.org Immersive Stories: https://www.worldbank.org/en/who-we-are/news/biggerpicture Newsletter: https://www.worldbank.org/en/newsletter-subscription
Menstruation | Menstrual Hygiene | Medicover Hospitals
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Menstruation | Menstrual Hygiene | Medicover Hospitals

Dr. B.Radhika, Senior Gynecologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon, Medicover Woman & Child Hospitals, HITEC City speaks about menstruation and menstrual hygiene. Menstruation is a cyclical shedding of the endometrium. This is also called a natural phenomenon. Women have to go through period changes and period cramps because of the change in hormones in the body. Hormones work as a chemical messenger. The ovaries release estrogen and progesterone. These hormones cause the uterine lining (or the womb) to build up. The built-up liner is ready for the fertilized egg to be attached to and start developing. If there is no fertilized egg, the linen will break down and bleed. Then the same process is going to happen again. It usually takes about a month for the coating to build up and then break down. This is why most girls and women get their period once a month. In India, it is called Menstrual taboo i.e. unclean. If proper precautions are not taken then menstruation can create some serious problems in the body such as: -Urinary tract infection -Reproductive tract infection -Chemical reactions -Cervical cancer Tips for Menstrual Hygiene -Change your sanitary pads every 6 hours -Keep the genital area clean and dry -Wrap the sanitary pads before disposing -Avoid vaginal douching Products used for Feminine Hygiene are: -Sanitary napkins/ Pads -Tampons -Menstrual Cup ►What is Menstrual Hygiene? Menstrual hygiene is vital to the empowerment and well-being of women and girls around the world. It's about more than access to adequate sanitary pads and toilets, although they are important. ►Why is menstrual hygiene Important? Menstrual Hygiene plays an important role in each woman's life. It is important because: -It helps in reducing the risk of Urinary Tract Infections -Helps in reducing the rashes in Genitals -Helps in good reproductive health -It helps to decrease the risk of Cervical Cancer ►How to use a Menstruation cup? If you’re already using a tampon it will be easy for you to use a menstrual cup. Follow the steps for using a menstrual cup: -Wash your hands -Apply water on the menstrual cup rim -Fold the menstrual cup in half and hold it in one hand with the rim facing up -Insert the cup in the vagina, the menstrual cup should sit a few inches below the cervix -Rotate the cup and it will open to create the airtight seal that stops leaks For more information watch the video till the end. #Menstruation #MenstrualHygiene #MedicoverHospitals Chapter 0:00 Intro 0:53 Importance of Menstrual Hygiene 1:46 Disposal 2:08 Menstrual Hygiene tips 2:37 Feminine Hygiene Products 2:47 Sanitary Napkins 3:23 Disposing sanitary pad 3:33 Tampoons 4:25 Menstrual Cups For Appointments, Call 040 6833 4455 or Visit: https://www.medicoverhospitals.in/ ►Subscribe https://bit.ly/MedicoverHospitalsYouTube for Health Tips, News & more. Follow us on Other Platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MedicoverHospitals/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MedicoverHospitals/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MedicoverIn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/MedicoverHospitals
Period poverty: a journey through the pain, struggle and taboo
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Period poverty: a journey through the pain, struggle and taboo

Unable to afford proper menstrual products, Chloe is constantly faced with anxiety and humiliation; this is not the first time this has happened and it won’t be the last. 'Absent' is based on multiple true stories and made in association with Freedom4girls. It aims to raise awareness around period poverty in the UK. Read more here: https://dazd.co/33n3Cl5 Short film for the charity, Freedom4girls @freedom4girls Freedom4Girls: https://www.freedom4girls.co.uk/ PRODUCTION COMPANY - DOG EAT DOG @dogeatdogproductions Dog eat Dog Prod.: https://dedpro.co/ --- CAST: IMOGEN KING as CHLOE @imogentking LUCY THACKERAY as MUM KAINE ZAJAZ as JOSH @kainezajaz --- SUPPORTING CAST: BRANDON HOWARD DANIEL PHELAN MUHITH SYED ROSELLA CODARDO LUCA ALVES LEANNE FALLOWS --- CREW : DIRECTOR - LIBBY BURKE WILDE @libbyburkewilde WRITER - LUCY MACCARTHY @lucy_mac________ PRODUCER - HARVEY ASCOTT @harvs31 EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - MARK O’SULLIVAN CINEMATOGRAPHER - MOLLY MANNING WALKER @maamw EDITOR - SARAH PECZEK @sarah_peczek ART DIRECTOR - JAMES JANNA BARTLETT @jannabartlett PRODUCTION MANAGER - GABY CODARDO @gabyinproduction LOCATION MANAGER - HAL O’SULLIVAN @hal.work 1ST AD - BEN KESWICK GAFFER - ERIC COOPER SOUND RECORDIST - JONATHAN MITCHELL STYLIST - NINA SOBERS @ninasobers MAKEUP ARTIST - ROBYN ROWAN @robynrowan_hairmakeup COLOURIST - JAX HARNEY @jaxharney GRADE HOUSE - CHEAT CASTING DIRECTOR - EMMA GARRETT @garrettcasting 1st AC - VLASSIS SKOULIS 1st AC - CALVIN DAY 2nd AC - LUCY BRADLEY DATA WRANGLER - LEWIS ABOTT 2ND AD - JOSEY JACOBS RUNNER - HARRY CULVERHOUSE RUNNER - JACK FREEMAN-BELL RUNNER - LUCINE CANEL RUNNER - SAM BARNHAM MEDIC - PAUL MORTIMER MEDIC - SOPHIE TRENT BTS STILLS - HANNAH RHODES MUSIC & AUDIO POST - MCASSO @mcassomusic COMPOSER - MIKE MACLENNAN AUDIO POST - TOM MARTIN POST HOUSE - UNIT ONLINE - ROB ELLIS CAMERA & GRIP EQUIPMENT - PANAVISION LIGHTING EQUIPMENT - PRO LIGHT LONDON For more films like this, visit our Dazed Documentaries playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEPOU0LCjw&list=PL_9QaHDCC-5jJNKY1dtOeE9OmX3QplGQP Subscribe to Dazed for the latest in fashion, art, music, film and pop culture: https://www.youtube.com/c/dazed/featured

Find amazing menstrual health services from service providers all around the world. Get help managing your period, healing your womb and much more.

CYCLE LITERACY PROJECT

CYCLE LITERACY PROJECT

Find the power in your menstrual cycle through natural birth control, cyclical awareness and tools to heal painful cycle symptoms

GEORGIA THE PUSSY COACH

GEORGIA THE PUSSY COACH

Learn a womb aligned approach to healing

VULVANI

VULVANI

Vulvani is a digital education platform about menstruation, cycle health and sexuality. Through interactive online courses, our online magazine as well as social media channels, people can playfully close knowledge gaps about the female body. Learn about your body Online courses: Cycle awareness, Free bleeding, Yoga Free stock photos around periods 🇩🇪🇬🇧 Bilingual

PURPLE LOTUS HEALING

PURPLE LOTUS HEALING

Holistic Alternative Healing Centre. We offer a range of holistic healing including *Cosmic Healing *Reiki *Crystal Singing Bowls *Natural Personal Care Products

PROJECT SOMESHA

PROJECT SOMESHA

Project Somesha supports the development of young girls in Kenya to independently decide their future through mentorship and provision of feminine hygiene products by incorporating, art, role play and story telling to drive conversation around menstrual health management (MHM).

What bought you here? Is it a sense of curiosity & intrigue about the magic & power of your body? Or perhaps there is a part of you that knows there’s a better, more intuitive and sustainable way to live life? This is the right place for you. My intention is to guide & support you to reconnect to your menstrual cycle and to the truth of who you really are. I believe we ALL deserve to feel empowered,

ROOT WELLNESS NUTRITION

ROOT WELLNESS NUTRITION

Helping you achieve PAIN-FREE PERIODS & optimal hormone health, holistically! Book a connection call Join the FB Group

Our mission is to empower women* with complete control over their menstrual health through increased access to accurate information and personalised solutions that reliably support you from before your first period to beyond your last.

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