Australian Studies on Endometriosis
Your mental health and endometriosis: Coping strategies that work
Endometriosis is more than just a physical condition. It threads deeply into mental well-being – often turning daily life into a rollercoaster of chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety, and stress. And whi...
#BreakingTheStigma
The gender pain gap: why women's pain still isn't taken seriously
Hey Sister! Let's get real about something that's been ignored for far too long: the gender pain gap. It's 2025, and yet, when Australian women seek medical care, they're still less likely to recei...
The role of diet in endometriosis: Foods to embrace and avoid
Can diet help with endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects digestion, fertility, and overall well-being. While there is no cure, research suggests that dietary...
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Medicine ignored women until the 90s — and I’m fuming about it
Medicine ignored women until the 90s — and I’m fuming about it
I’m currently reading The Vagina Business — and let me tell you, I’m frustrated. No, scratch that. I’m raging. How is it that for most...
chronic pain
Is period pain a warning sign for chronic pain? Oxford scientists investigate
For centuries, period pain has been dismissed as a monthly nuisance, a "normal" part of life that people who menstruate are expected to endure. But what if it’s actually an early warning sign of so...
Dating
Love Languages: How to Celebrate Your Partner and Your Besties This Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day
Because love isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Ah, Valentine’s Day — the time for grand gestures, heartfelt words, and maybe a cheeky glass of bubbly. But here’s the thing: showing love isn’t just about flo...
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10 Signs Perimenopause Might Be Sneaking Up On You
At Hey Sister!, we’re all about being open and honest about where we are in our cycles. Recently, I was in a meeting when someone casually said,
“Oh, I’m not in perimenopause — I’m 38, and I still ...
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OMG, it’s not just me! Why do I feel flu-ish during my period?
If you’ve ever started your period and thought, “Wait, am I coming down with something?” — you’re not alone. For some, menstrual cycles bring more than cramps and cravings; they usher in a wave of ...
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Bloody hell, I had my period 12 days ago, and now it’s back — heavier than ever! What is this nightmare?!
If you’re feeling like your uterus is auditioning for a horror film, welcome to the club! Picture this: you’re just about recovered from your last period (pads stashed, white trousers back on rotat...