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Natural / Traditional Methods of Contraception
There are many reasons why people use natural or traditional methods of contraception. There are also many reasons why people do not. What are natural methods of contraception? They are...
Natural / Traditional Methods of Contraception
There are many reasons why people use natural or traditional methods of contraception. There are also many reasons why people do not. What are natural methods of contraception? They are...
Talking to Your Daughter about Menstruation
The women of POKA have shared their period stories. For some, it came as a total surprise. Other’s had “the talk”. Here are some ways to initiate the period conversation...
Talking to Your Daughter about Menstruation
The women of POKA have shared their period stories. For some, it came as a total surprise. Other’s had “the talk”. Here are some ways to initiate the period conversation...
Five reasons to track your period
African women have always had different ways of tracking their periods. Not much is documented about these different methods that were used, but almost everyone’s great-grandmother, aunt, and mother seemed...
Five reasons to track your period
African women have always had different ways of tracking their periods. Not much is documented about these different methods that were used, but almost everyone’s great-grandmother, aunt, and mother seemed...
Understanding & Managing Menstrual Cramps
In this article, we will explore some physiology behind menstrual cramps – factors that contribute to their occurrence and exacerbation, various coping mechanisms and relief strategies, and when to seek...
Understanding & Managing Menstrual Cramps
In this article, we will explore some physiology behind menstrual cramps – factors that contribute to their occurrence and exacerbation, various coping mechanisms and relief strategies, and when to seek...
PCOS Explained
This article is part II of a series on “Bad periods” by POKA app. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a widespread hormonal disorder that affects women worldwide. Its effects go...
PCOS Explained
This article is part II of a series on “Bad periods” by POKA app. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a widespread hormonal disorder that affects women worldwide. Its effects go...
To Pull-Out or Not to Pull-Out…
The question here isn’t whether or not a man can pull out before ejaculation during sex. The question is how effective the pull-out method is at preventing unintended pregnancy.
To Pull-Out or Not to Pull-Out…
The question here isn’t whether or not a man can pull out before ejaculation during sex. The question is how effective the pull-out method is at preventing unintended pregnancy.