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.

Decoding Your Period: What the Colours of Menstrual Blood Mean

Decoding Your Period: What the Colours of Menstrual Blood Mean

For way too long, periods have been shrouded in mystery and misinformation. We're here to change that. It's time to decode your flow, understand what your body's telling you, and normalise the conv...
1, 2, 3, 4, Time To Tighten Your Pelvic Floor
incontinence

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
antifungal

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...
Is Your Period Too Heavy? Uncover the Causes and Find Natural Solutions
dysmenorrhea

Is Your Period Too Heavy? Uncover the Causes and Find Natural Solutions

Have you ever felt like your period is more of a tidal wave than a flow? You're not alone. Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is way more common than you might think, and it's not just an inconvenience...
Ditch the Cramps, Embrace Comfort: My Hey Sister! Natural and Sustainable Period Pain Relief - Hey Sister!
Period

Ditch the Cramps, Embrace Comfort: My Hey Sister! Natural and Sustainable Period Pain Relief

Ladies, we all know the struggle of period pain. It's time to ditch the discomfort and embrace a more comfortable cycle with natural solutions. That's where Hey Sister! comes in, and I'm here to sh...
No, No, No Bad... How to Silence Intrusive Thoughts and Embrace Positivity - Hey Sister!

No, No, No Bad... How to Silence Intrusive Thoughts and Embrace Positivity

"I only hear negative, no no no bad..." – Lisa Loeb's lyrics in "Stay" perfectly capture the struggle many face with intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, often negative, ideas can plague our minds l...
A World Menstrual Hygiene Day Message from Hey Sister! - Hey Sister!
Menstrual Cycle

A World Menstrual Hygiene Day Message from Hey Sister!

Hey Sister! On World Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th), we're celebrating periods, ditching the shame, and empowering YOU to own your cycle and your life. Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters Menstrual h...
The Other "Silent Treatment" We Need to Talk About - Hey Sister!
communication

The Other "Silent Treatment" We Need to Talk About

So, I was casually doomscrolling when I stumbled upon a statistic that made me both gasp and nod in knowing agreement: Women are a whopping 96% more likely to be interrupted in conversations with ...
Sick Day Struggles: When "Powering Through" Isn't the Answer (And Why We Feel So Guilty) - Hey Sister!
mental health

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...