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Is it normal to poop more when you have period cramps? (spoiler: yup.)
You’ve stocked the tampons, made peace with your bloat, and queued your period playlist. But what no one warned you about? The poopocalypse.
Yes, we’re going there. Because if your period feels lik...
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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...
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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...
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Endometriosis demystified: what it is and why it matters
Article written by Jade Walker Endometriosis is a chronic whole-body inflammatory disease that affects approximately 1 in 7 Australian women or those assigned female at birth (AFAB). Endometriosis ...
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Perimenopause in the Workplace: Why It’s Time to Talk About It (Hot Flushes and All)
Picture this: You’re in the middle of a big meeting. Your slides are perfect, your points are sharp, and suddenly - BAM - a hot flush hits like an internal explosion. Your face is burning, sweat is...