Fertility
What is ovulation? Signs, symptoms, and science.
Knowing the science behind why ovulation happens and what symptoms to look for can be empowering
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Rachel Mason, MD
Science writer
Rachel is a freelance medical writer based in Latin America. She is a doctor with a special interest in sexual and reproductive health. She has a BSc in international health and is passionate about humanitarian medicine in particular, making sexual, reproductive and gynaecological care accessible to all.
Sex
Can you have sex on your period? A guide to the benefits, risks, and tips
There is nothing “dirty” or dangerous about menstrual blood.
Menopause and Perimenopause
Perimenopause, menopause and libido: Tips for people who want to improve their sex drive
Many women found that their libidos improved after menopause
Bleeding
Uterine fibroids: Symptoms, causes and treatment
Fibroids are abnormal growths of muscle tissue that form in or on the walls of the uterus.
Mind, mood & emotions
How to track your feelings in Clue
Track your feelings with Clue to see how your mood changes across the cycle
Diet & Exercise
Unpacking the role of your menstrual cycle in fitness and strength training
Serena Williams has openly shared her struggles with debilitating menstrual migraines. Similarly, runner Dina Asher-Smith could not complete a race...
Your Vagina
Vaginal discharge: Why does it change and what does it mean?
What is "normal" vaginal discharge? Everything you need to know, from color, to consistency, to odor.
Diet & Exercise
Can you swim on your period? Swimmers weigh in
It’s common to worry about whether you can swim on your period, Clue has all your questions answered.
Gender Equality
Why are women and people with cycles underrepresented in health research?
Women and people with cycles have historically been left out of medical research, with deadly consequences.