Seu Primeiro Exame Ginecológico

Updated 3 May 2017 under Dicas de Saúde.

Você deve estar preocupada com seu primeiro exame ginecológico. É normal ficar ansiosa sobre algo quando não se sabe o que esperar. É também normal sentir-se envergonhada. Nós esperamos que, […]

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tampon

I watched the video and read the article on how to insert a tampon, but I still can’t do it! I’ve tried several times and it always feels uncomfortable in my vagina? Why?

Updated 25 April 2017 under Ask Us.

A mirror is often helpful when you’re trying to insert a tampon for the first time, so that you can see exactly where your vaginal opening is. You can also […]

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I have a pimple near my vagina. I do not shave my pubic hair and I have never had any type of sexual intercourse. What may be wrong?

Updated 19 April 2017 under Ask Us.

It’s hard to know what has caused the pimple near your vagina. Since you are not sexually active, it is not due to a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Although many […]

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How can I be more environmentally friendly during my period when I am away from home on vacation, a road trip, or summer camp?

Updated 13 April 2017 under Ask Us.

If you are looking for an environmentally friendly way deal with your period, you might want to consider reusable and absorbent period panties, washable cloth pads or menstrual cups. Instead […]

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I am the only one of my friends that hasn’t had period yet. Is it dangerous?

Updated 5 April 2017 under Ask Us.

Everyone goes through puberty at a different time, which means girls get their periods at different times too. Most girls get their period about 2 to 2.5 years after they […]

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How do I insert a tampon in my vagina?

Updated 22 February 2017 under Ask Us.

The best way to learn how to insert a tampon is to read our “How to Use Your First Tampon” guide and watch the video that we created for girls […]

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I need help building a positive body image. Because I am skinny, lack curves, and still wear a size A. I feel like boys aren’t attracted to me. What should I do?

Updated 16 February 2017 under Ask Us.

You are not alone in your desire to build a more positive body image. Adolescence is an especially tough time for body image. One important thing to remember is that […]

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I have gas and sometimes diarrhea. What do you recommend?

Updated 5 January 2017 under Ask Us.

Gas (“breaking wind,” “flatulence,” “farting”) and diarrhea (change in regular bowel habit- usually 3 or more loose/watery stools a day, less formed stool and more frequent) can be caused by […]

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My friend just told me they’re gender fluid. I love them, no matter what, but I’m finding it hard to switch from “she” to “they” all the time and will make mistakes by accident. I don’t want them to feel bad, so how can I get better?

Updated 20 December 2016 under Ask Us.

It’s important that you are honoring your friend’s wish to use a different pronoun, and it’s normal that you sometimes make mistakes. Pronoun use is very much a habit for […]

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I sleep without underwear. Is that good or bad?

Updated 28 November 2016 under Ask Us.

Sleeping with or without underwear is neither good nor bad, it’s a personal preference. Some people think that it is best to skip underwear at bedtime to “allow the vaginal […]

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