From periods to powerlifting: Over 200 people told us what’s been mansplained to them
We asked our Instagram followers to share their most egregious examples of mansplaining
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I got sober during the pandemic. What will happen when my friends meet this version of me?
When isolation began, I was still a boozy social butterfly
How to better support survivors of domestic violence in a pandemic, according to experts
More than a year in, here are their takeaways for tackling unique obstacles
The link between intimate partner violence and mass shootings
Police believe domestic violence was ‘at the core’ of the Colorado Springs shooting
May. 11
May. 11
Beauty routines changed in the pandemic. What will happen when we reemerge?
For these women, there’s a mix of excitement and anxiety about returning to certain rituals and forgoing others
As a former foster parent, am I a mom — or something else?
Regardless of the title, I’m happy to just be part of my child’s chosen family
You are not alone: A roundup of resources for Mental Health Awareness Month
Here’s some our most helpful therapy coverage to answer your questions — and make seeking care a bit less daunting
May. 8
May. 8
40,000 young Americans have lost a parent to the coronavirus. On Mother’s Day, we need to step up for them.
These extraordinary times call on all of us to see one another’s children as our own
In the depths of a coronavirus crisis, period poverty is worsening in India
It can cause further stress during what’s already an extremely traumatic time for many Indians
May. 7
May. 7
Can a vaccinated mother’s breast milk protect a child from covid-19? This scientist is searching for answers.
Rebecca Powell has been breastfeeding her 3-year-old son as she researches how long antibodies last
71% of dads said working from home boosted well-being. Only 41% of moms agreed.
‘For many women, this has become truly untenable,’ said one expert
May. 6
May. 6
Homebuying as a single Black woman is hard. No one told me it’d be terrifying.
I was told saving up for the down payment would be the hardest part — but a year in, there have been so many unknowns
You probably wear the wrong bra size. These TikTokers have a solution.
People are discovering a new level of comfort
May. 5
May. 5
Home birth requests ‘went through the roof’ when the pandemic hit. Are they here to stay?
Midwives say interest in working with them has doubled — or even tripled — during the pandemic
States passed 28 antiabortion restrictions in 4 days. Here’s what to know about the surge in legislation.
The volume of bills being proposed is historic
May. 4
May. 4
During a pandemic Ramadan, audio app Clubhouse is creating space for women-led worship
Congregating in live audio chat rooms has become a source of spiritual sisterhood and community-building
Ask Dr. Andrea: My doctor says it’s ‘just’ stress. It feels like more.
I don’t even know where to start
