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I’m scared about coming out. What can I do?

Posted March 2, 2011 under Ask Us.

I am attracted to girls, and I think I’m a lesbian, but I’m scared about coming out in case people judge me. Having questions about your sexuality is perfectly normal. […]

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Is watching porn OK?

Posted February 23, 2011 under Ask Us.

The answer to this question is complicated, so we’ve done our research and asked our experts for their opinion. Here’s the answer: “Porn”, short for pornography usually refers to media […]

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Is it okay to workout if I’m underweight?

Posted February 16, 2011 under Ask Us.

There are many benefits to exercise. Being physically active strengthens your bones, keeps your muscles toned, improves mood, and lowers your risk of heart disease. Exercising is generally healthy unless […]

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I have PMOS. Does that mean I can’t get pregnant after marriage?

Posted February 9, 2011 under Ask Us.

Girls with PMOS typically have irregular periods which means they may not ovulate (make eggs) on a regular basis. Most girls/women with PMOS ovulate some of the time though and […]

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Can you get pregnant right after a menstrual cycle?

Posted February 3, 2011 under Ask Us.

YES! It’s possible to become pregnant anytime that you have unprotected intercourse. Although a woman is most fertile during the middle part of her cycle, your body can make an […]

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What does white discharge mean?

Posted January 26, 2011 under Ask Us.

It’s normal to have a white odorless vaginal discharge any time during your menstrual cycle. It may be more noticeable at different times of the month, such as around ovulation […]

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How can I convince my parents that being a vegetarian is healthy?

Posted January 19, 2011 under Ask Us.

How can I convince my parent(s) that being a vegetarian is healthy – that I don’t have to eat meat to get enough protein? Following a balanced vegetarian diet can […]

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I haven’t had my period in 4 months and I’m not sexually active. What’s up with that?

Posted January 12, 2011 under Ask Us.

There can be different reasons why a teen doesn’t get her period. The most common reasons are weight change (especially weight loss), bulimia (vomiting to control weight), over exercising, stress, […]

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Do I have to take the tampon out every time I go to the bathroom?

Posted December 29, 2010 under Ask Us.

No, you don’t have to remove the tampon every time you urinate (pee) or defecate (poop). Urine (pee) and feces come out of different holes. Take the tampon out only […]

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I’m a boy who wants to be a girl. What do I do?

Posted December 22, 2010 under Ask Us.

It’s not uncommon for youth and teens to wonder about their gender identity at some point or another. Many people, in fact, view themselves ‘somewhere on the continuum’ between male […]

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