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To bleed or not to bleed?
Monday, May 21st, 2007

I haven’t had my period since last February because I got pregnant in March, had a baby in December, and am still nursing. It’s been a welcome reprieve from surfing the crimson wave, but I have to admit, not having it also scares me because I would have no idea if I got pregnant right […]


Feminine Hygiene Alternatives - Bloody Women?
Wednesday, May 9th, 2007

A friend sent me this link today, unfortunately labeled “Bloody Women” (then again, it is British), showing what women perceive to be their feminine hygiene choices. It’s surprising to see what we’re not aware of. Too bad they don’t know about the Softcup, it looks much more comfortable than this Mooncup contraption.


Feminine Mistake? I’m not sure.
Thursday, April 19th, 2007

I’m fascinated by the lively debate Leslie Bennetts’ book The Feminine Mistake: Are We Giving Up Too Much about the economics of staying home with your kids has ignited. As a new mother (my son Barrett was born December 6, 2006), I admit an overwhelming desire to spend all my time with my little man. […]


Found: 60 More Days of Sex
Monday, August 7th, 2006

Found: 60 More Days of Sex
Survey Says 91 Percent of Women Put Off Passion During Periods
San Diego, CA (August 7, 2006) – According to a survey of 600 sexually active women and men nationwide, 91 percent of women regularly choose not to have sex during their periods. Whether for fear of mess, embarrassment or discomfort, […]


Instead Submits FDA Application for Softcup as OTC Fertility Aid
Tuesday, January 24th, 2006

Women’s Health Company Files 510(k) Device Clearance
To Include Marketing Product for Fertility
La Jolla, CA – Women’s health company Instead Inc. filed a 510(k) application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week to obtain clearance to market its Instead Softcup product as an over-the-counter (OTC) fertility aid. A decision from the FDA is […]