HEY SISTER! JOURNAL

Ladies, get ready to embark on an enlightening journey through the vibrant landscape of women’s health, where the intricate dance of diet, periods, and the enigmatic entity known as endometriosis takes centre stage. Our mission? To demystify the complexities, share the latest research, and sprinkle a dash of innovation.

Sleeping Through Menopause: Say Goodbye to Tossing, Turning, and Midnight Wake-Ups
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Sleeping Through Menopause: Say Goodbye to Tossing, Turning, and Midnight Wake-Ups

It’s 3 a.m., and you’re wide awake… again. Between the hot flushes, restless legs, and a mind that just won’t switch off, “deep sleep” can feel like a distant memory. If menopause has turned your n...
First Gynecologist Visit? No Stress! Here's What You Need to Know - Hey Sister!
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First Gynecologist Visit? No Stress! Here's What You Need to Know

Okay, we get it. The thought of your first gynaecologist visit can be a bit 😬. But trust us, it's a major step in taking care of your health, and it's way less scary than those horror stories you ...
Are You Sick of Having to Lie? - Hey Sister!
Body Positivity

Are You Sick of Having to Lie?

Telling Your Friends You’re Busy When You’re Actually Laid Up on the Couch? Let’s be honest. How many times have you told your friends that you’re “too busy” to hang out when in reality, you’re cur...
Periods Starting Younger: Is Your Diet to Blame? - Hey Sister!
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Periods Starting Younger: Is Your Diet to Blame?

Hands up if you've noticed that girls seem to be getting their periods way younger these days! You're not alone. Many girls are starting their periods well before turning 12, and that's got a lot ...
1, 2, 3, 4, Time To Tighten Your Pelvic Floor - Hey Sister!
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1, 2, 3, 4, Time To Tighten Your Pelvic Floor

Ever wondered if there's a natural way to feel more confident, comfortable, and even ease those pesky period cramps? The answer might be simpler than you think – it's all about your pelvic floor....
Period Thrush: Understanding the Causes and Finding Natural Solutions - Hey Sister!
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Period Thrush: Understanding the Causes and Finding Natural Solutions

The days leading up to your period can be challenging enough without the added discomfort of a yeast infection (thrush). If you're one of the many women who experience this recurring issue, know t...
Sick Day Struggles: When "Powering Through" Isn't the Answer (And Why We Feel So Guilty) - Hey Sister!
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Sick Day Struggles: When "Powering Through" Isn't the Answer (And Why We Feel So Guilty)

Ugh, this cold/flu combo has knocked me for six. My head is pounding, my throat is scratchy, and my body feels like it's been hit by a truck. As much as I want to "power through" (hello, Type A per...
The Gender Pain Gap: Why Menopause Demands a Workplace Revolution - Hey Sister!
Gender Pain Gap

The Gender Pain Gap: Why Menopause Demands a Workplace Revolution

The Gender Pain Gap is a harsh reality. Women's health issues, particularly menopause, are too often dismissed or minimised in the workplace. This has devastating effects on women's well-being, ca...
Endometriosis: It's NOT Just Bad Periods – Let's Talk About It (Because We Deserve Better) - Hey Sister!
Endometriosis

Endometriosis: It's NOT Just Bad Periods – Let's Talk About It (Because We Deserve Better)

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and it's time to ditch the whispers and get real. Endo affects a ton of us, but so many suffer in silence because "bad periods" are just something we're supp...