All Genders Can Have Periods
In school, health teachers probably taught that cisgender women, and only cisgender women, can get their periods. But, this is simply not the case. Over time, the genderization of periods has led to the discrimination and exclusion of LGBTQ+ individuals. However, by encouraging open and gender-neutral dialogue around menstruation, you can help educate yourself and […]
I Have Diabetes and I Still Love My Fat Body
A year ago today, I sat in my doctor’s office. I was leaving for a cruise with my then-boyfriend the next day. I had gone in a few days prior for a physical because I needed a prescription for motion sickness patches. I figured that doing a physical rather than a well visit would mean […]