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Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease where the tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It is not just bad period pain, endometriosis is a disease that causes damage to one's organs, muscles, and nerves – it is so much more than simply a bad period!

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Menstrual Cups and Reusable Underwear

So, you’ve decided to make the move to menstrual cups and reusable underwear. Not only will you be saving your hard-earned $$ but you will also be helping to save the environment!

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The Orgasm Gap

The orgasm gap or pleasure gap refers to the disparity between heterosexual men and women in terms of sexual satisfaction. Basically, it is a form of gender inequality caused by a variety of factors that collate to cultural ignorance leaving typically heterosexual women to reach orgasm far less than heterosexual men

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A Singles Guide to Surviving this Valentine's Day

Valentine’s day is a day dedicated to love, and although it is assumed this love is in reference to partner love, it doesn’t have to be. This day should be about celebrating all forms of love, love for your girls, love for your boys, love for everyone, including yourself.

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Why Grace Tame's side-eye was so important

Tame has been vocal in her criticism of the Prime Minister's response to sexual assault allegations within Australian parliament and beyond, and therefore didn’t hide the fact she was unimpressed, frustrated and upset with the Prime Minister.

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A Guide to Burnout

As we get settled into the near year and begin to plan and reevaluate our priorities and timelines we believe it is important to touch on burnout. What is burnout? How can I prevent it and how can I recover from it? All these questions are answered in this week’s article.

"Burnout was a term coined way back in the 1970s by psychologist Herbert Freudenberger and refers to the overwhelming amount of stress that leads to severe emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. It can be caused by a range of factors such as working long hours, constantly being exposed to stressful situations, or even caring for an ill family member."

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Surviving Heartbreak

Although mostly awful, breakups do prompt growth as you learn to love and forgive yourself. So, the million-dollar question is how we get to the healing part, the part which forces us to reflect, gain clarity and grow stronger?

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The Holidays and Diet Culture

Diet culture and comparison culture have cultivated a society that shuns those who indulge in high-calorie meals, but this should not be the case; especially on Christmas day.

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What Even is The Patriarchy?

The patriarchy refers to a social structure that favours traditionally masculine attributes, meaning men have the power and influence. In turn, traditionally feminine attributes are exploited, and women are oppressed.

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We Are Womxn - The Sunday Times

It is amazing to see the reform of the consent laws in NSW now gaining traction in WA.

Thank you Annabel Hennessy for helping share our mission and the importance of early consent education.

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A Guide to Safe Sexting

Please note in Australia the legal age to engage in sexting is 18+ and the materials explored within this article should only be employed by those over the age of 18.

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What's missing from pornography and sex scenes?

There is no denying that porn shapes our sexual practices, as young people turn to online sites to both learn and gain pleasure. Regardless, of if they want to admit it, porn influences their perception of what is deemed sexy, attractive, and normal.

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The Ultimate Survival Guide for Students on Leavers

Leavers is such an amazing time, filled with endless parting, unforgettable adventures, and lifelong memories. It is a time where you get to kick back, celebrate achievements, and let loose as you transition from high school into the real world. Now don’t get me wrong, leavers is wicked and you deserve to party but there is a way you can do it safely to maximise your experience.

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Women Vs Women

Have you ever slut-shamed another woman? Have you ever judged another woman for what she is wearing, for how much skin she is showing or how covered up she is?

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The History of Body Hair

The assumption that women should have smooth legs, a waxed bikini and no underarm hair is one many seem to believe. But where did this pressure come from? And why do men seem to escape this societal pressure?

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Everything you need to know about period sex...

I’m not quite sure where this myth originated from which states period sex is dirty or gross. I mean who decided that people who menstruate cannot have sex for one week every month just because they shed a little blood?

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