5 Common Period Myths that are Completely False

Guest : Michelle King Robson & Pam Peeke, MD
From the Show: HER
Summary: Everything you previously thought about your period might not be true.
Air Date: 12/3/15
Duration: 10
Host: Michelle King Robson and Pam Peeke, MD
5 Common Period Myths that are Completely False
Menstruation is part of life. When that time of the month comes around, you know exactly what to expect and may put aside specific comfy clothes and chocolates to help you get through the week.

However, tons of myths still surround menstruation.

According to an article on Huffington Post, here are five common myths that need to be broken:

  1. PMS is in your head.
  2. You shouldn't exercise on those days.
  3. You lose lots of blood.
  4. You should get your period on the exact same day each month.
  5. You can't get pregnant when you have your period.

Listen in as Dr. Peeke and Michelle King Robson debunk the five most common period myths.