Anna Lee Beyer writes about mental health, relationships, parenting, and books for Huffington Post, Romper, Slate, Glamour, Parents, and others. A first menstrual cycle usually occurs between the ages ...

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Periods are a natural part of life that bring a mix of physical discomfort and emotional turmoil. For many, it's a time of cramps, bloating, mood swings, and cravings that can be hard to resist.