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Reviews of products, accessories, and resources for the modern lady and feminists everywhere.
LunaPads: How to Choose
So, you've decided to make the switch to reusable cloth pads—congratulations! Or maybe you're curious about switching, but still trying to decide if it's right for you. Either way, this post will help you to choose which LunaPads will work best for your flow and your lifestyle.
By Hazel Williams9 years ago in Viva
Cloth Pads: Making the Switch
I had been thinking about making the switch from disposable menstrual pads to reusable cloth pads for quite a while—probably nearly a whole year. From the moment I first discovered them, I was intrigued. I wanted to be rid of the uncomfortable, irritating plastic feeling that made me dread my period and had wished for an alternative to feeling so gross for a week every month. Here it was, but I was still hesitant to make the investment.
By Hazel Williams9 years ago in Viva
Hottest Valentine's Day Lingerie Sets to Slip Into. Top Story - January 2018.
Don't be afraid to spice things up with your partner on Valentine's Day, it's the perfect excuse to. Buying a nice lingerie set is one of the easiest and safest ways to do so. Plus, it's a gift that will keep on giving for you and your partner.
By April Demarco9 years ago in Viva
Great Apps Every Woman Should Have on Their Phone
These days, our life is on our phones. It's sad to say, but we evolved to rely on our phones for many, many things. From keeping us organized, staying connected with others, and keeping track on our fitness, there's a lot that our smartphones can do for us. We keep financial records on our phones, make grocery lists, and email for work. We take advantage of our phones each and everyday. But we don't have to view our smartphones as something that's bad for us. In fact, we learn so much from using our phones.
By Penny Newton9 years ago in Viva
The Booband Review
One of my (many) Black Friday gifts to myself was the Original Booband in pink. I discovered this brand on Instagram, and immediately had a strong sense of respect for the idea and the people behind it. Breast health is a commonly overlooked part of fitness, as a well-fitting sports bra is not always at the top of the shopping list for beginner and even experienced athletes. I know an alarming number of people who ride in everyday bras, which offer little to no support when utilized in such a high-impact sport. In addition, many people do not consider changing into a sports bra for a simple walk, when even this lower-impact activity can lead to sagging and damage over time. Many people who use sports bras do not realize how often they have to be replaced to remain fully effective. Boobands offer a universal addition to the sport bra line to protect breasts and promote breast health everywhere.
By Treble Ranch9 years ago in Viva
Awesome Feminist Gifts that Donate to Planned Parenthood
If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's the fact that women's body autonomy is under attack. With Planned Parenthood being defunded by the GOP, and abortion rights continually being dialed back into the 1950s, it's our duty to fight back as hard as we can.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart9 years ago in Viva
Cloth Pads
They may seem a little scary at first, but cloth pads are actually incredibly easy to use! Cloth pads have wings that fold around your underwear like a regular pad, and usually have a snap button to hold them in place. Your main challenge is picking a good brand. (I like GladRags or Lunapads!) You'll need to change your cloth pad about every two to six hours. As often as you would personally change a regular disposable pad, you should change your cloth pads too, because just like a disposable pad they can become too full and leak. If you're out of the house, you can simply bring a plastic grocery bag with you and put your used pad in there until you get home, or buy a product made for them like this carry bag from GladRags, which I personally love. Having a cute and discreet bag to carry around menstrual products rules, and it's easy to just grab it and go to the bathroom instead of lugging my whole purse or bag around.
By Jessica Feral9 years ago in Viva
16 of the Most Wished for Affordable Bikini Sets on Amazon
Amazon is one of the best places to go if you love to get bargain buys on fashionable clothing. As of right now, the monolithic online marketplace has become famous for having some of the most affordable clothing out there — especially when it comes to swimwear.
By Emily McCay9 years ago in Viva
Things Every Grown Woman Needs
For most women, life is stressful and very, very busy. In this age of doing it all, we might overlook some of the things that might make us feel better, help save time, and add a touch of style to our homes without breaking the bank. From essential gear to fun gadgets, check out this list of things that every grown woman needs in her life. They'll save you time, save you money, and make everything from entertaining your friends to parenting a little easier.
By Emily McCay9 years ago in Viva
Most Wished for Sports Bras on Amazon Every Woman Needs
If you're athletic, then you already know that having a sports bra is a mandatory part of your outfit as a woman. It's not a matter of modesty in many cases, either. Even those of us who love going #flawlessAndbraless tend to need sports bras when we hit the gym. Why? Well...
By Emily McCay9 years ago in Viva
The Bourjois Rouge Laques Are So Much More than Just Another Liquid Lipstick
I’m happy to speak for us all when I say, I think we’re at liquid lipstick capacity. From their first appearance one the “scene” a couple of years ago it seems every brand has been pushing out a new “air-light,” “waterproof,” “fully pigmented,” goo in a tube. And while there have been hits, there have been a whole bunch of misses, too. It’s a hard line to walk between too emollient (resulting in a smudge-fest disaster) and too dry (which results in a possibly even less attractive peeling effect). I’m all too happy to start letting this one go: admitting that totally fool-proof lipstick is actually just too big of an ask.
By Annie Walton9 years ago in Viva
