It’s time to get real about some totally normal things that somehow became whispered topics. Let's bust these taboos wide open with a mix of facts, giggles, and pure self-love!

Every Vulva is a Unique Masterpiece

Like snowflakes but way more awesome, every vulva is beautifully different. Those "perfect" images you've seen? That's like expecting everyone to have the same fingerprint! Your uniqueness is what makes you, well, YOU. And that's something to celebrate, not hide. Check out our blog on vulva health.

Period Pain Isn't "Just Being Dramatic"

While period pain is common (hello, heating pad, our faithful friend!), there's a BIG difference between uncomfortable cramps and pain that has you curled up in the foetal position every month. If your period pain is leaving you unable to go about your daily life, it could be your body waving a red flag about conditions like endometriosis. If you're experiencing severe pain every month, don't just put up with it. Speak to a health professional, and advocate for yourself. Your pain deserves attention and proper treatment. 

A Heavy Flow 

While everyone's flow is different (and that's totally normal) if you're:

• Changing your pad, tampon or period undies every hour or two
• Passing large clots 
• Finding yourself cancelling plans because of your heavy flow (aka menorrhagia) it's time to chat with a healthcare professional. Super-heavy periods aren't just an inconvenience - they could be signalling conditions like endometriosis, adenomyosis, or PCOS. 

Finding the right products for your flow is essential! Libra's got your back with options for every flow level. From Ultra Thin pads for lighter days to our Extra or Goodnights ranges for those heavy moments, it's all about finding what works for you.

No Shame In A Little Leak

Real talk - those unexpected little leaks when laughing, sneezing, or exercising? They affect 1 in 3 women! Whether it's post-pregnancy, during perimenopause, or just because bodies do their thing, incontinence is way more common than we think. Pelvic floor exercises, chats with physios, and the right protection can help keep you feeling confident. Because nothing should stop you from living your best, most giggly life! 

Body Hair: The Choice Is Yours

Smooth, fluffy, or somewhere in between - your body, your choice. Whether you're team full bush or team bare, there's no wrong way to rock your body hair. The only rule? Do what makes YOU feel confident and comfortable.

The Great Period Product Parade

Why do we ninja-stealth our tampons to the bathroom like we're on a covert mission? It's time to strut that pad to the restroom like the confident queen you are! These products help us manage a totally natural process - no secret agent moves needed.

The Period Poo Situation

Let's get real about this perfectly normal phenomenon. Those hormones that cause your uterus to contract? Yeah, they're working overtime on your whole system. It's just your body doing its thing, so let's stop making it weird.

Discharge: Your Body's Cleaning Crew

Think of discharge as your body's personal housekeeping service - it's literally keeping things clean and healthy down there. Different times of the month mean different types of discharge:

• Texture – from watery to egg-white consistency
• Colour – clear or white is normal
• Odour – mild, not foul

If you’re ever concerned or you're also experiencing an itching or burning sensation, check in with your GP.  

PMS: More Than Just Mood Swings

One minute you're crying at dog videos, the next you're ready to fight your housemates for the last chocolate bar. PMS isn't just "being emotional" - it can be a real rollercoaster of hormonal changes that affect everyone differently. Your feelings are valid, period.

Breastfeeding: Natural Nourishment

Hungry babies don't care about your schedule or location! Whether you're at a café or in the park, feeding your little one is natural and necessary. Your right to feed your baby trumps anyone else's discomfort. Plus, those disapproving looks say more about them than you!

The Body Odour Reality Check

News flash: humans have body odour! While we can manage it, the occasional funk is just part of having a body. Sweat happens, hormones happen, and sometimes we smell less than fresh. It's not a character flaw - it's biology.

Remember, these "taboos" are just normal parts of having a human body. The more we talk about them, the less power they have. So let's keep the conversation going, support each other, and remember - we're all in this together!

Love, Libra x
 
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