There is a lot of misconception about periods, which makes them often seen as shameful. They are not. They are a normal and healthy part of many people’s lives.
Let’s start talking about menstruation with these five common misconceptions:
- Period is not a synonym for the menstrual cycle, but a distinct phase of it.
- Not only women have their periods.
- Menstruating people can still get pregnant while on their period.
- PMS exists even if we don’t fully understand it.
- Period blood is not dirty and the smell of it is normal.
Sources: https://tinyurl.com/SUFPeriodMyth
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There are a lot of misconceptions about periods, which makes them often seen as shameful. They are not.
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They are a normal and healthy part of many people's lives, so let’s explore 5 facts about them #ScienceUpFirst
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