There is a major lack of mainstream education surrounding vaginal wetness, even though 1 in 6 people experience vaginal dryness! So, what do the terms ‘vaginal dryness’ and ‘vaginal wetness’ truly mean? Today we'll discuss vaginal dryness and 6 potential causes of it too!
Posted on November 11, 2021
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What is a period? When will I get my period? Are periods painful? What products should I use? Can I swim on my period? Getting your period for the first time can be scary as there are so many unknowns. With the help of this week’s blog, Marlow is setting out to answer some of the most common questions about first-time menstruation.
Posted on November 04, 2021
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Whether its convenience, price, lifestyle, eco-friendliness, performance, or physical ability, there are so many factors to consider when choosing your menstrual products! Take a look at our comprehensive guide to help you figure out which products will suit you best. After all, you’re in it for the long haul!
Posted on October 08, 2021
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If there’s one thing more stressful than getting your period for the first time, it’s using a tampon for the first time. How do I pick the right absorbency? How do I put a tampon in? Will using a tampon hurt? Today, we’re taking you through everything you need to know about using & inserting tampons!
Posted on September 30, 2021
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Don’t have sex, because you will get pregnant and die! Oh, and STIs are a thing. Plus, here’s a video of vaginal birth! Sound familiar? For most of us, that’s about as comprehensive as our sex education got. Clearly, this resonates with the Marlow community too - 89% don’t believe that their sex ed prepared them for real life. Let’s dissect that.
Posted on September 18, 2021
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In 2015, the Washington Post called it a hidden medical epidemic, gynaecologists often do not notice it in routine exams, and some may go decades without ever noticing it. The culprit: pelvic organ prolapse. Have you ever heard of it? If you think you may be suffering from it, take a read.
Posted on September 02, 2021
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We always talk about the symptoms and changes menstruators feel the days before their periods begin but we don’t talk about the changes we feel at other points in our cycle enough, particularly around ovulation. It's time for Ovulation Station: the blog post where we talk about what you can expect to feel like surrounding ovulation.
Posted on August 19, 2021
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The supplement industry is notorious for promoting the idea that there are gaps in our overall health that need remedial fixes. This is no different for users of birth control who are getting off the Pill. If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram and seriously considering a cartful of birth control cleanses to “reset” your system, think again.
Posted on August 05, 2021
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A few months ago we interviewed individuals on their experiences with IUDs. However, after a poll on our Instagram revealed that 65% of our followers wanted to learn more about their IUD options, we decided that this week, we’d dive deep into non-hormonal copper IUDs!
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Do the foods we eat really make or break the types of periods we have? Do some foods cause more painful periods? Can other foods help alleviate certain symptoms like cramps and bowel issues? Well, yes! It’s all in the hormones, folks. In this week’s blog, let’s update the grocery list and dive into the food-hormone connection.
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The past year-and-a-half has been unforgettable for all the worst reasons. Life during covid has been scary, disappointing, exhausting and, above all, stressful. While it’s common knowledge that stress can negatively impact your health, how does it impact your menstrual cycle? Well, let’s find out!
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In the spirit of being a menstrual health company in 2021, you didn’t think we’d skip out on talking about the connection between COVID-19 vaccines and your period, did you? This week, we’ll try to cut through the internet’s white noise and get to the bottom of menstrual related data and vaccines. Spoiler: There’s nothing to worry about (other than the lack of data collection, of course).
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