Rebecca Barnes

@Waterbarnes
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About the new Wimbledon rule allowing dark shorts for women:
- The all-white dress code never served women well.
- It's terrible that the natural process of menstruation is still so stigmatized & that women feel they must hide it.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimelsesser/2023/07/05/wimbledon-allows-dark-shorts-to-ease-period-leakage-worries/?sh=1e920f2d646e
Wimbledon Allows Dark Shorts To Ease Period Leakage Worries

The new rule was intended to reduce period anxiety for female competitors, but it has also started a welcome dialogue on worry surrounding menstrual mishaps.

Forbes
Two years ago today. The cuteness is beyond #pibbles #AdoptDontShop #dogsofmastodon

Returning from the Sustainability Research Innovation Congress #SRI2023 to say whoa, what a great space! 🌿

A space where society comes first, research second.
A space that elevates #Indigenous voices.
A space where I needed a translator.
I'm exhausted & #grateful

Reunions are so sweet #dogsofmastodon
CUAHSI June 2023 e-Newsletter

Don't tell #DeanMartin but, mom's cat Saki is doing his best to become my new bestie #CatsOfMastodon #ChristmasAtMoms #FamilyCat #FloofyCats
Share widely. For all of us.

Around 25% of women experience heavy periods.

If they've had it for a long time, it may seem normal, or something to put up with – but it can be tricky.

🩸 According to medical experts, though, heavy periods shouldn't be something to just put up with – there are now many good treatment options.

πŸ”— If you have a heavy period, here's how it works, and what you can do about it: https://theconversation.com/heavy-periods-are-common-what-can-you-do-and-when-should-you-seek-help-191511

#menstruation #women #womenshealth #health #science #biology #ScienceMastodon #AcademicMastodon

Heavy periods are common. What can you do, and when should you seek help?

Around a quarter of women experience heavy periods. It probably seems normal to them, but it’s not something you just have to put up with.

The Conversation
Okayyy reposting a new #introduction since I moved back to #vancouver helloooo! I’m a local #news reporter interested in stories about #accountability #gender #housing #municipal #politics and a bunch of other things. Always open to #story #ideas or if you just want to #rant to a reporter! If you’re in Vancouver right now reading this please stay safe on this crazy #snow day. Here’s a photo of my #dog Biggie:
THANK YOU! TO ALL who have boosted this #important #community #caring toot ❀ Please encourage others to make the time; to check in on & provide assistance to vulnerable neighbours in your own neighbourhoods β€β€πŸ™Œβ€β€