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MENSTRUAL/REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
What's Gross by Sara Miller - an essay about one woman's journey from tampons to reusable pads. Museum
of Menstruation is an OUTSTANDING site maintained by Curator Harry
Finley who tracks the history of and current news about menstruation.
Endometriosis
Association is a non-profit, self-help organization founded by
women for women dedicated to providing information and support to women
and girls with endometriosis, educating the public as well as the medical
community about the disease, and conducting and promoting research related
to endometriosis.
National Vulvodynia
Association is an educational, nonprofit organization founded
to disseminate information on treatment options for vulvodynia.
Vulvar
Pain Foundation Those suffering from vulvar pain can find
support and assistance at VPF. GladRags donates 10% of VPF member sales
to the foundation. PO Drawer 177, 203-1/2 North Main Street, Suite 203,
Graham NC 27253, Phone: 336.226.0704
Vulvodynia Support This site is run by a Vulvodynia sufferer who decided it is time to get ourselves heard and helped! In addition to medical information, this website will provide you with a list of doctor's in your area and information on support groups all over the world.
The
S.P.O.T. A web site all about tampons and women's
health. Their philosophy is to present people with different
facts and opinions so they can make their own decisions.
FEMINIST.COM
is a grassroots, interactive community by, for and about women. We aim
to facilitate information-sharing among women and encourage mobilization
around political issues.
The Cybergrrl
Network "Transforming Women's Lives Through Technology"
with three sites to choose from.
Scarleteen Straightforward and positive "everything-you-wanted-to-know-but-were-afraid-to-ask" article about menstruation from a great website devoted to providing clear and thorough sex education for teens, free of judgement.
The Red Spot
is all about periods, but cannot replace your doctor's advice. This is
a gathering place for the knowledge and experience that women gain about
their periods over time, not a medical resource.
HR-360
Tampon Research Act originated in 1998 and has died in
committee twice - help to get this one passed. Call or write to urge the
Energy & Commerce Committee to consider this bill which will initiate
research on tampons and tampon safety. 202.225.2927 or Attn: Michael Bilirakis,
2125 Rayburn, House Office Bldg., Washington DC 20515
In
the Garden of Fertility Prevent or achieve pregnancy by
charting your waking temperature and cervical fluid. Includes an extensive
annotated bibliography.
My Monthly Cycles Track your menstrual cycle, basal body temperature, breast self-exams, and cycle symptoms, maintaining a complete history.
Susun
Weed Herbal Medicine and Spirit Healing the Wise Woman
Way.
Celebrate
Girls offers a kit for creating a "First Moon: Passage
to Womanhood Ceremony" for girls.
Moonsurfing.com
Lunar astrology tools to take advantage of the current waxing
and waning energies of the moon's affect on your health and
relationships.
Everwoman's
Calendar provides women with an effective self-health
tool to record information that is useful in making decisions
related to health and fertility. It is a beautifully illustrated
color, 11 X 17 inch poster which is useable for any 12 month
period. The original artwork is an original creation of Georjean
Machulis, a Florida artist and member of the Morning Glory
Collective, which puts out the calendar.
Visit
the Menopause and Black Cohosh Information Center now!
Menopause? Hot flashes? Headaches? No, we're not selling a
product, we're giving you information at our new resource
center. Here you'll find out how black
cohosh and soy
isoflavones can help you get over Menopause.
RELATED HEALTH ISSUES
Knowledge is Power in Fight Against Cancer by Diane Drum
This is an age when "Race for the Cure" is an easily recognized phrase associated with the “fight against breast cancer” and little is said about cancer prevention on a grand scale. By grand scale we mean tracing the cause of cancer back to its sources. Early detection when somebody already has cancer increases chances of survival, which is wonderful, but demanding clean water, clean air and chemical free food are keys to a healthier world populace overall.
National
Association for Continence
Some women use GladRags successfully for stress incontinence, but call
The National Association for Continence for a copy of their Resource Guide.
Their guide lists suppliers of reusable incontinence pads as well as other
helpful information. Phone: 1.800.BLADDER
Chemical Injury Information Network
GladRags are ideal for women with chemical sensitivities and allergies. CIIN is a tax-exempt, non-profit, charitable support and advocacy organization run by the chemically injured for the benefit of the chemically injured. It focuses primarily on education, credible research into Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS), and the empowerment of the chemically injured.
MOTHERING
Mothering
Magazine celebrates the experience of parenthood as worthy of
one's best efforts and fosters awareness of the immense importance and
value of parenthood and family life in the development of the full human
potential. As a readers' magazine, they recognize parents as the experts
and wish to provide truly helpful information upon which parents can base
informed choices.
The Online
Birth Center
Resources for pregnancy, birth, midwifery, breastfeeding.
La Leche League
was founded to give information and encouragement, mainly through personal
help, to all mothers who want to breastfeed their babies. Check out their chat room for breastfeeding topics!
Mama Says is
a forum for expression, education, and dialogue; it is a collective of
the voices of our community. We are committed to presenting views and
opinions unabashedly, with voices that are diverse, yet respectful of
difference.
THE ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY
Connecticut
College's Inherit the Earth Award was won in 1997 by GladRags
for Environmental Education. This award recognizes businesses doing good
for the environment and for you
The EnviroLink Network
has grown from a simple mailing list of 20 student activists to become
one of the world's largest environmental information clearinghouses. In
addition to being an information resource, EnviroLink provides environmental
and animal rights non-profit organizations with free Internet services.
Co-op
America provides the economic strategies, organizing power and
practical tools for businesses and individuals to address today's social
and environmental problems. While many environmental organizations choose
to fight important political and legal battles, Co-op America is the leading
force in educating and empowering our nation's people and businesses to
make significant improvements through the economic system.
Greenpeace
GOOD SHOPPING
Red Moon Herbs
Years of experience and a deep love for the plants allows Red Moon Herbs to bring you
medicines of the highest quality.
Katie's Kisses
Organic and natural diapers and clothing for baby, accessories for
mom.
Ecobaby
Organic and natural diapers, clothing and toys for baby.
RAHW
Texas-grown organic cotton. Hand-made finery, superior in quality. Luxury driven? Chemically sensitive? Asthmatic or allergic? Organically committed? Get in the RAHW!
All Organic Links
A comprehensive, one-stop, listing system for the organic industry.
Holy Lamb Organics
Natural bedding made of pure wool and organic cotton.
Dead
Sea Products Natural Care & Beauty Products from
the Dead Sea.
The Green Apple NYC Coupons for Healthy Living in
NYC.
Pangea
Organics World's Finest Natural Soap Bars, Shower
Gels, and Liquid Soaps.
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