Betterdays
Period and pelvic wellness, science, stories, and more.
What to Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
First of all, let’s make one thing clear: Period pain is not normal.
Many of us (myself included) have been raised to accept that our periods will hurt. Ironically, this idea causes more harm! This misconception led to me missing school because of menstrual pain, all while assuming there was nothing I could do to feel better. I thought my period pain was normal, felt hopeless, and didn’t seek out help. I wish I had known then what I know now. Now that I know getting menstrual migraines and excessive cramps isn’t normal, I’ve talked to my doctor, received advice and appropriate prescriptions, and feel better every month.
Uterine Fibroids And How To Treat Them
How Endometriosis Affects Fertility
Treatment Option for Endometriosis: Excision Vs Ablation
What is PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)?
I am 1 in 20.I am a clinical psychologist and I have a disability that impacts 1 in 20 individuals of reproductive age, yet most people have never heard of it. In fact, it’s a...
The Four Phases of Your Menstrual Cycle
Castor Packs: The Natural Way to Relieve Period Pain
Castor oil is a natural remedy that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health problems. Recently, it has been gaining popularity as a way to reduce period pain, inflammation, and hormone...
8 Natural Remedies for Menstrual Cramps from an Herbalist
I’ve had menstrual cramps ever since I started menstruating. Some months the cramps are light and barely noticeable, but other months they’re so bad I can hardly stand up. Like menstruators everywhere, I’ve had to...
What is Endometriosis and How To Treat It
Period. Pain. Is. Not. Normal.
Let’s say that again, all together now.
Lux Perry, founder of somedays, had their first experience with debilitating period pain that landed them in the hospital at nine years old. For the next 20 years, they were passed from physician to physician, looking for answers and relief. “I have lived with chronic pain for most of my life. Before I was eventually diagnosed with endometriosis, I suffered from unexplained chronic pain my entire childhood.“
The Connection Between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Endometriosis
During my undergraduate degree, when I was researching and writing on the experiences of people navigating the health care system with chronic pain, one of the participants said something that stood out. When they were...