Period Tips & Advice

Your hosts, Bokang Lehlokoe and Megan Ross, chat to Lil-Lets Talk Responder and Specialist Paediatrician, Dr Nonkqubela Mkizwana, AKA Dr Que, about irregular periods, tracking your fertility and how to know when to see a doctor.

There’s no such thing as one ‘right’ way to deal with your period. There’s only what works for you and your unique body. Find out more about our #BeYouPeriod campaign.

Period pain is often dismissed as something we must simply ‘deal with’. But where should we draw the line? In this episode Dineo Ranaka and guests talk heavy periods, endometriosis, PCOS and more.

In SA, black women are six times more likely to die of cervical cancer than white women. Dineo Ranaka unpacks the taboos around HPV, pap smears and more, with expert guests and a cervical cancer survivor.

Empowering conversations for all of life's periods. Ready to join us? Simply go to www.lil-letstalk.co.za, sign up to become a member for free, engage in the conversation, and, most importantly, ask the questions you’ve always been too shy to ask. #LilLetsTalk

Let's debunk common period myths debunked with expert insights from self-proclaimed Minister of Menstruation: Candice Chirwa.

How much do our dads, brothers, husbands, partners and friends really know about menstruation?

We answer your questions about periods at night, discuss how to beat nighttime leaks and share top conversations from the Lil-Lets Talk community.

Now you can ask Dr. Gynae anything on Lil-Lets Talk, like if its necessary to get a pap smear and if tampons can "break" your virginity. 

Watch the first episode of our series with Dineo Ranaka discussing periods across generations with her family.

Your hosts, Bokang Lehlokoe and Megan Ross, talk about period product preferences with activist, medical anthropologist and Lil-Lets Talk Responder, Lucy Pearl Khofi.

Your hosts, Bokang Lehlokoe and Megan Ross, speak to Ntsoaki Kotela about vaginal discharge! What can it tell us about our bodies, and what do all those colours mean?

Your hosts, Bokang Lehlokoe and Megan Ross, speak to OB-Gynae-Sexologist, Dr Mpume Zenda about the realities of PMS, postpartum depression and living with mental health conditions.

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is treatable and most people recover fully. Read this article for more information on this rare condition in your menstrual cycle.

Discharge, light period flows, and little leaks — there are many reasons you might want to use a pantyliner, but the most important reason is confidence.

Endometriosis is a disorder where tissue that is similar to the kind that lines your uterus grows outside of your uterus. Learn more with us here!

Are you thinking about starting a family? Congratulations! Read about all the key factors to consider when planning to conceive.

All PMS jokes aside, mood swings shouldn’t be ruling your life. Read all about PMS, PMDD and period mood swings and learn how to deal with it all.

Yes, your vulva is normal! Here are your top intimate hygiene questions answered.

If you find yourself wondering "what does irregular period mean?", then visit Lil-Lets' website for more information on all things menstrual cycle!

Don’t think that you’re alone if you have heavy bleeding during periods, but if you're concerned, read Lil-Lets' expert guidance and seek medical advice.

Whether your period is like clockwork or a little irregular, how heavy and how often you bleed is unique to your body. That said, your period is only one phase of your menstrual cycle.

Common questions guys have about periods, answered. From why tampons come in different sizes to what period pains really feel like, here’s everything guys should know.

Learning how to insert a tampon can be a little tricky. To help you through this, follow our simple guide on inserting and removing tampons with ease.

It helps to know how to evaluate period pain, especially if you often experience bloating and cramping. Here’s some key info on period pain symptoms and relief.

Learn exactly how to use pads for ultimate period protection. A must-read for anyone seeking tips and tricks for using pads confidently.

As puberty starts to take hold, menstrual cycle hormones kick in, and changes start. For signs of her first period, click here for more information.

Preparing for your period will ensure that you feel comfortable and confident when the period comes. Read Lil-Lets' tips and advice here.

At Lil-Lets, we know that you have a lot of questions about your first period. Join us as we answer the most frequent queries we get asked.

Have you ever wondered who invented tampons? Discover the unique history of tampons and how they shape period care for women and people around the world.

Many of us have considered flushing a tampon before, but you have to think of the consequences too. Find out if you can flush a tampon and how to dispose of one.