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Periods are a pain that many are familiar with. And by that, I don’t only mean the actual pain that comes with having your period. I mean the entire package – the mood swings, the cravings, the cramps, the back aches, the *insert whatever weapon mother nature uses to torture you.*
But even though a “visit from Aunt Flo” might entail different things for different people, it’s something most women go through every month. So, in order to remind them that they’re not alone in experiencing this, today we’re talking about periods and making it fun. On the list below, you will find some of the funniest and most relatable memes, as shared by the ‘Related To Period’ Instagram account, that ought to make you laugh or at least nod in agreement. So if you’re looking for some funny and relatable content to browse, wait not a second longer and start scrolling through!
On the list below, you will also find thoughts shared by endocrinologist and medical doctor specializing in menstrual cycles, professor at the University of British Columbia, Jerilynn C. Prior, who was kind enough to answer a few of Bored Panda’s questions.
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Created in 2019, the ‘Related To Period’ Instagram account now has close to 57,000 followers. And even though the content is somewhat lighthearted—mostly funny and relatable memes—such accounts can play a significant role when it comes to diminishing the stigma surrounding such topics as menstruation.
Discussing the topic with Bored Panda, Prof. Jerilynn C. Prior, a medical doctor specializing in menstrual cycles, noted that people need to be accurate, respectful and brave when talking about menstrual flow, given the negative stereotypes and taboos.
“That means we must use and teach our daughters—and also our sons—to use accurate anatomical language. In this teaching we must be straightforward and direct,” she said.
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Firstname Lastname 8 months ago
If I knew when said hour would be, I wouldn't be against losing all the blood in that single hour instead of over the course of a week.
The need to educate everyone—female and male—is evident when looking at how taboo the topic of menstruation still is. According to a survey of boys and young men carried out by Plan International, many of them avoid the topic, as they consider menstruation to be a ‘private matter’ for girls and women.
The survey also found that the male respondents, aged 16 to 25, reportedly associated periods with such words as ‘dirty’ (55%), ’embarrassing’ (31%), and even ‘disgusting’ (38%).
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Lyone Fein 8 months ago
This is why we need s*x ed in schools……..and maybe boys don’t get to graduate unless they actually pass the test on female stuff?
Seeking to spread awareness and information regarding the physical and psychological causes and effects of ovulation disturbances on women’s overall health, in 2002, Prof. Prior founded the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR). “The centre’s vision and goal is to ‘reframe scientific knowledge of the menstrual cycle and ovulation in a woman-centred context,’” she told Bored Panda.
But even though it’s important to be straightforward and accurate when talking about menstrual flow and women’s health, it’s not uncommon for people to use euphemisms when talking about the topic.
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The Doom Song 8 months ago
My work has them in the female bathrooms readily available.... Has saved me on more than one occasion.
As a matter of fact, using all sorts of “codes” when talking about periods is so widespread that people in different countries and cultures use different phrases to describe it. According to menstrual and reproductive health app Clue, there are more than 5,000 euphemisms for the word “period” used in places all over the world.
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TruthoftheHeart 8 months ago
I honestly want to know how we didn't just get eaten to oblivion by predators back in the older days, other animals try to hide their smell and we literally bleed for a week straight.
Doug Moyer 7 months ago
Forgive me for asking as I'm just an ignorant man, but do periods frequently cause tattoos?
Matteic 7 months ago
If you don't let the blood go freely, yes. The endometrium travels to inside the skin and creates beautiful patterns.
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According to Clue, in Germany, for instance, women refer to periods as “strawberry week,” a “visit from the red aunt” or the “relative from Rotenburg” (the latter meaning “red castle”), or “riding the red wave,” among others.
The French also make the connection to strawberries, referring to periods as “strawberry season.” They also use such phrases as “ketchup week,” “the little clown with a nose bleeding,” or call periods “Niagara falls.”
While it’s evident that people everywhere can get quite creative when it comes to talking about periods, it’s crucial that they are familiar with the actual terminology, too, as well as with the processes affecting women’s health. And while browsing memes might not be the way to learn about them, they can count as a step towards making periods a less stigmatized topic, at least.
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cj be like 8 months ago
yeah cause what if im NOT on my period huh? are you assuming my periodness?? (i'm totally on it)
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Emabelle Backer 8 months ago
once i was changing my pad in my schools bathroom and a girl i didnt even know in the next stall over said " oooof good luck bestie!!" i laughed sooo hard!! 😂😂🩸
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The Doom Song 8 months ago
I take that magic little pill so I just skip if it aligns with a holiday
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BookFanatic 8 months ago
Really? How is it I am 46 yrs old and it never occurred to me, never was mentioned, that one's cervix dilates during periods!
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Littlemiss 8 months ago
Period undies, where have you been all my life??? I wish I'd had them growing up, now heading towards perimenopause I use them and sleep better as a result
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TruthoftheHeart 8 months ago (edited)
Don't forget that feeling like someone has boxed with your bo*bs!!
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Nichole Harris 8 months ago
I've learned to identify those symptoms!!!! Now I just tell my hubby that the hormones are here....
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detective miller's hat 8 months ago
I never understood why they're called "cramps." They are not cramps. They are blinding stabbing pains that make me unsure if I'm going to vomit or cry.
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Susie Elle 8 months ago
I don't mind the bleeding and cramping - for me it's the darkness in my mind that sucks the most
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TruthoftheHeart 8 months ago
Yep, thank goodness for videogames and movies to keep me company on the sleepless nights!
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Lee Gilliland 8 months ago
It's worse when your skin only clears up when you're having your period.
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Doodles1983 8 months ago
This but, taking meds for chronic pain. Wonder what it would be like without.
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The Doom Song 8 months ago
Each to their own. I personally don't like pads but I'll wear them when I go to bed
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Susie Elle 8 months ago
Yup, and then you wonder how the world suddenly makes so much sense, and then the week after it's like oh we're back again ok
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cj be like 8 months ago
well you probably have the start of one in there somewhere, even if it's really small
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Emilu 8 months ago (edited)
About being on your period? Nah. I think once you get out of your teens you can talk to most women about periods. I had a detailed conversation with a colleague (team-member, but close acquaintance tops) about her period giving her grief. After a certain age you get past being embarrassed and are just like “eh, most women have dealt with this. They get it.”
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Magenta Blu 8 months ago
After giving birth there is no more hanging out. Because you chose to sleep whenever you have the chance.
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KazzaHazza 8 months ago
I never had cramps or PMS, now in my late 40’s I’m peri and still have regular periods but OMG they are heavy and painful 😭
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Feathered Dinosaur 8 months ago
Ovulation cramps only started after my pregnancy and c-section. Life is full of s**t sometimes
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Lyone Fein 8 months ago
I am 62. My menstruating years were from about 16 to 51. My periods were always painful, involved multiple migraines, etc. I am so glad those years are behind me. I truly believe our society should be structured differently so that women’s biology is universally accommodated in school and the workplace. We comprise more than half of the population, yet we are treated like the minority. Our periods should be automatic days off. Raising children should be considered civil service, and compensated by the government. And those who labor at hourly wage jobs should get the same considerations as those who are paid high salaries.
The Doom Song 8 months ago
I'm 41. Got my first period at 12. I just want to cancel my subscription! I'm so done!
tl gmc 8 months ago
In my 30s, but got my first one at 10. My cousin at 9...
Load More Replies... CK 8 months ago
Serious period pain is a symptom that should be taken seriously and treated with the best that medicine has to offer. (And there should be more research in this area so that maybe medicine can have more to offer.) Too many women get told that they're just supposed to put up with being totally incapacitated because it's just part of being a woman.
BookFanatic 8 months ago
I've been w/o a period for 2.5 yrs. Got rid of all my supplies. Y'all know what happened next, right? Should be friggin' illegal.
Disgruntled Pelican 8 months ago
Anyone who dismisses period pain or periods in general is not welcome in my life. I had to have a hysterectomy one month after turning 30 because my periods simply would not stop and I was frequently blacking out from blood loss and/or pain even with an IUD (also, fück Endometriosis).
Mari 8 months ago
Year 2025 and still millions of woman have to suffer because they can't stay at home during their period. They have to go to school or to work in discomfort or pain. There should be laws to have 2days off when you are on your period.
Lynn Marie 8 months ago
Even worse, in some countries, it’s considered so dirty they’re not allowed out of the house for school or work- and have no access to pads or anything.
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Paul C. 8 months ago
I was going to make a joke here and there in the comments but then thought, you're a bloke just STFU!
Emilu 8 months ago (edited)
Eh, can't speak for all ladies but I personally wouldn't mind. I deal with Aunt Flo when she comes with humour. Otherwise I'd probably stab someone. 🤣
Load More Replies... Emilu 8 months ago (edited)
I’ve skipped mine due to the pill for many, many years. Don’t think you’re actually meant to do that but I don’t care; I just don’t want it. Edit: It isn't flawless, though. I still have period stories. 🫥
Be_ Heard 7 months ago
Mee too :) and then i got an oblation and the nexplanon and havent had aperiod in like 5 or 6 yrs. Its incredible 😍
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mandy the capibara 8 months ago
Thanks science for the invention of hormone spirals! Haven't had to deal with this since I was 20something, and I'm eternally grateful for that
Pam McDougall 7 months ago
I never missed a period from 11 years 9 months until 51 years 3 months. the last 4 years I had my period constantly. I had huge fibroids that had their own period. I was thrilled to have a hysterectomy.
Lyone Fein 8 months ago
I am 62. My menstruating years were from about 16 to 51. My periods were always painful, involved multiple migraines, etc. I am so glad those years are behind me. I truly believe our society should be structured differently so that women’s biology is universally accommodated in school and the workplace. We comprise more than half of the population, yet we are treated like the minority. Our periods should be automatic days off. Raising children should be considered civil service, and compensated by the government. And those who labor at hourly wage jobs should get the same considerations as those who are paid high salaries.
The Doom Song 8 months ago
I'm 41. Got my first period at 12. I just want to cancel my subscription! I'm so done!
tl gmc 8 months ago
In my 30s, but got my first one at 10. My cousin at 9...
Load More Replies... CK 8 months ago
Serious period pain is a symptom that should be taken seriously and treated with the best that medicine has to offer. (And there should be more research in this area so that maybe medicine can have more to offer.) Too many women get told that they're just supposed to put up with being totally incapacitated because it's just part of being a woman.
BookFanatic 8 months ago
I've been w/o a period for 2.5 yrs. Got rid of all my supplies. Y'all know what happened next, right? Should be friggin' illegal.
Disgruntled Pelican 8 months ago
Anyone who dismisses period pain or periods in general is not welcome in my life. I had to have a hysterectomy one month after turning 30 because my periods simply would not stop and I was frequently blacking out from blood loss and/or pain even with an IUD (also, fück Endometriosis).
Mari 8 months ago
Year 2025 and still millions of woman have to suffer because they can't stay at home during their period. They have to go to school or to work in discomfort or pain. There should be laws to have 2days off when you are on your period.
Lynn Marie 8 months ago
Even worse, in some countries, it’s considered so dirty they’re not allowed out of the house for school or work- and have no access to pads or anything.
Load More Replies... Paul C. 8 months ago
I was going to make a joke here and there in the comments but then thought, you're a bloke just STFU!
Emilu 8 months ago (edited)
Eh, can't speak for all ladies but I personally wouldn't mind. I deal with Aunt Flo when she comes with humour. Otherwise I'd probably stab someone. 🤣
Load More Replies... Emilu 8 months ago (edited)
I’ve skipped mine due to the pill for many, many years. Don’t think you’re actually meant to do that but I don’t care; I just don’t want it. Edit: It isn't flawless, though. I still have period stories. 🫥
Be_ Heard 7 months ago
Mee too :) and then i got an oblation and the nexplanon and havent had aperiod in like 5 or 6 yrs. Its incredible 😍
Load More Replies... mandy the capibara 8 months ago
Thanks science for the invention of hormone spirals! Haven't had to deal with this since I was 20something, and I'm eternally grateful for that
Pam McDougall 7 months ago
I never missed a period from 11 years 9 months until 51 years 3 months. the last 4 years I had my period constantly. I had huge fibroids that had their own period. I was thrilled to have a hysterectomy.
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