Colourism: Let’s talk about skin tone prejudice
Fumble writer Lani McGuinness offers a guide to the complex issue of colourism
Abortion: Breaking the Stigma READY FOR REVIEW
To say abortion is a controversial topic would be an understatement, it’s a subject debated by politicians and priests, philosopher and parents. But at the end of the day, abortion is a routine medical procedure like any other and should be treated as such. Fumble is here to break down some common misconceptions about abortion…
Being intersex
Being intersex is completely normal but we act like it’s not – let’s change that
What The Heck Is A ‘Douche’, And Should I Be Using One? READY FOR REVIEW BY LUCY
Fumble’s starter guide to douches; what they are, how they work, and why people use them Ever heard the word ‘douche’ before? It’s sometimes deployed as an insult, but you could be forgiven for not understanding why. Well, the word literally means to ‘spray or shower yourself with water’, but it also refers to the…
The Dangerous Trend of Skin Lightening READY FOR REVIEW BY LUCY
What is skin lightening, why do people do it, and what are the risks you should know about? Skin lightening, or skin bleaching, is a cosmetic procedure to lighten your skin colour, often by using creams. Doctors may give people skin lightening products for skin blemishes, such as birth marks or dark patches. However, increasing…
Blog: My body image and the pandemic
During the pandemic I found myself beginning to dislike my body more and more, triggered by the online fitness frenzy of lockdown This content was originally part of our Pandemic support series: to address the chaos and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, and to support young people with navigating this difficult time. Although many of us…
Making cervical screening easier if you’re trans+
Sexual health appointments like cervical screening (smear tests) can be particularly difficult for trans+ people – here are some tips
Fat and fabulous
Curvy women and femme-presenting people are nailing their outfits and you can too
How to check your balls
It’s time to build a better relationship with your body – starting with the testicles
Is extreme period pain normal?
Extreme period pain isn’t normal. If you have severe pain you may have endometriosis