Your First Period Talk

Women’s bodies alter constantly with the hormonal changes. One such noticeable change is the state of the skin throughout the month. This recurring cycle can make our skin predictable. We can modify and optimize our skincare regime to work with our body's natural changes. We will learn about the body changes in the four phases of the period cycle - menstrual, follicular, ovulation and luteal, and the skin care suitable for each phase.

The number of women wanting to achieve that "barbie vagina" look continues to rise. There is an alarming trend for labiaplasty procedures to be performed. A surgical procedure to remove the inner lips of the vagina, to achieve the “barbie vagina”. The core issues lying at the heart of labiaplasty – female self-esteem and confidence in their vaginal appearance and the pressure to improve sex experience. Given the health risks involved, let's dive deep into why some women still carry out this surgical procedure.

Cosmetic treatments for vulva and vagina are gaining its popularity. Celebrity such as Kim Kardashians has shared about getting vaginal rejuvenation. Designer vagina is not a new concept. It has been around since first century AD. Is the upward trend in recent years caused by porn? American surgeon did not agree with that. In 2022, surgeons claimed that “Designer Vagina” peaks in popularity due to tight leggings. In this podcast, we will find out more why women want a vagina cosmetics surgery. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

Let’s understand how our body naturally functions during period, and how it increases the risk of getting an STI. If you decide to have sex on your period, you'll want to do it safely. You'll also learn about what STIs are more dangerous when you're on your period. Learning the relation of your body and STI risks will help you to take preventions so you can have sex during period, feeling more enjoyable and worry-less! For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

Both periods and sex are sensitive topics, and everyone of us may carry different and complex feelings about each of them. Many people avoid period sex say that it’s because of the mess and cleanliness. But periods don’t have to stop you from having sex if you want to have it. It's your personal preference. Let's open up and discuss this topic with our partner. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

It’s a popular belief that women can’t get pregnant during period. Are you thinking of unprotected sex during period? I’ll share with you the factors & scenarios that explain why there’s no guarantee of zero-pregnancy when you have sex during period.  After hearing this podcast, you’ll see that the KEY to be or not to be pregnant is all about whether you have sex near ovulation. Period is not the best indicator to determine the likelihood of pregnancy. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

An increased sexual desire during ovulation makes perfect sense when woman’s body is designed to have babies, which makes us want to have sex at the time when we can conceive. But why would some of us feel horny while we’re bleeding?! Unlike how our sexual desire peaks near ovulation makes more biological sense, we need to remember that women’s sex drive is affected by many factors including biological, social or psychological. Some women feel more psychologically safety, stress relief, stimulation  and emotional connection when they have sex during period. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

Have you ever noticed that your sex drive changes depending on the time of the month? Some days you feel like you’re on it and you want to initiate sex, other days sex is completely off your mind. When you pay attention to it, you might notice this is more likely to happen during a specific time - when ovulation is about to take place! A woman’s excitement, sex drive and ability to climax are highest during this menstrual cycle. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

When it comes to discussing period, it is often the mum who does all the talking. Your daughter having her first period is a moment in life she will never forget. Dad’s involvement in this important milestone of your daughter will shape how she perceives her body. Don’t let the mother bears all the responsibility. Be a positive and supportive part of it. You might feel that period talk isn’t your area or period is not something you know much about biologically. You might feel awkward, unnatural to talk about it. I'd share about the impact that you will be making when dads are involved and the guide to talking about periods with your daughter. For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com

Here are 5 lessons that parents can take away from Pixar's film, Turning Red to prepare your daughter for her first period flow. Menstruation is never too mature a topic to talk about with your child. In the movie, Mei the 13-year-old protagonist freaks out with the body changes and emotions associated with puberty. You, as a parent, can definitely help your daughter be ready to cope with her first period. Your support and sharing will provide your daughters more accurate information, get them ready for what's coming and positively influence their body image! For more: Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourfirstperiodtalk/ Website: yourfirstperiodtalk.com