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The Best Hotels to Book in and Around New Castle, Delaware

If you want to be near the college, but not on top of the stadiums, this pet-friendly hotel is a great choice. The various lobby seating areas and the sunny outdoor patio outside are great for hanging out with family or friends. Get ready for the day with breakfast and Starbucks coffee in the on-site bistro, or get a workout in the 24-hour fitness center. Come nightfall, wind down in your room or grab a drink at the bar downstairs.
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The Best Resorts to Book in Ocean City, Maryland

Did someone say pet-friendly? There’s no need to part with your furry friend when you stay at this Ocean City resort, meaning they can enjoy the gorgeous view and easy beach access alongside you. When you’re tired of walkies on the beach, sip on cocktails from the bar beside the outdoor pool and hot tub. If being out of the sun is more your thing, the heated indoor pool is where it’s at. With several beachfront dining options to choose from, you can keep soaking up the salty air and sea breeze a
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The Best Beach Hotels to Book in Ocean City, Maryland

Unavailable for the next 3 months If serious golf is more your style, then this is a great choice. The Princess Bayside Beach Hotel partners with a nearby golf course, so you can spend time on the green during your vacation. The hotel’s most distinctive feature is its ecofriendly watersports area, where you can rent a variety of small boats and paddleboards – you can even go glow kayaking in an illuminated boat at night. If you prefer chlorinated swims, there’s also both an indoor and outdoor p
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The Best Hotels with Pools to Book in Ocean City, Maryland

Much like its neighbor half a block north, this hotel boasts rooms and suites with full kitchens and sitting areas, as well as a restaurant serving Caribbean and Yucatanian flavors. If two pools sounded exciting, strap in because this hotel has pools. In addition to the indoor pool, there is a large, rectangular adult pool with a swim-up bar, and a kids’ pool with a waterslide and marooned rowboat to play on.
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The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Annapolis, Maryland

Wake up to serene views of the Annapolis Harbor at this waterfront hotel. Located just south of the historic downtown area, it’s still only a block or two from the shops and restaurants. All blue-and-white, the guest rooms give off an upscale beach vibe – even more so if you opt for one with a balcony. If you’re planning a longer stay, the Harbor suites have plenty of space for your pup to play in, with glass doors separating the large living rooms and bedrooms. Downstairs, you can dine at the h
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The Best Hotels to Book in Annapolis, Maryland

When it comes to comfort, Crowne Plaza’s got you covered. Choose from various guest rooms and suites, including a presidential suite with both a living and dining area. After checking in, swim laps in the indoor pool or do some cardio in the large gym. There is also a small convenience market so you can grab something on your way out, whether you’re headed to Waterworks Park, Westfield Annapolis, the Pennsylvania Dutch Farmers’ Market or any of the other nearby attractions.
Joyja •

How People Handled Their Periods Before Tampons Existed

Single-use menstrual products like pads and tampons weren’t always “the way”—and luckily they’re going out of style again. (Shameless plug: Try period panties instead!) Usually the way people used to do things is wrong, but when it comes to menstruation, women of the past may have been on to something. The first applicator-style tampon like the ones we use today was invented by E.C. Haas in 1931, and was commercially sold as “Tampax”. Kotex developed the most commercially successful disposable
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Calling All Moms: Here’s What to Know Before Your Child’s First Period

Having the “period talk” with your child could be worse than the “sex talk,” depending on how squeamish you are and how prepared you feel. You’re hoping to give your child the tools they need to take care of their body while not scaring them. It’s a tricky balance to strike, but here are some things you can do to prepare ahead of time. This fear is really just a distraction. It’s standing in your way of actually taking in the information you want to share and beginning the conversation. When yo
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Breaking through compulsory heterosexuality for a better romantic life

Maybe you've devoured the infamous "Am I a Lesbian? Masterdoc.” Maybe you've been too afraid to even open it and discover whether or not your attraction to men is genuine or compulsory. Maybe you’ve never even heard of it. Whatever your feelings (or lack thereof), this 31-page PDF was written by Angeli Luz as “a personal exploration tool,” though it draws from the experiences of many lesbians across Tumblr—some of whom are credited on the final page of the document—as well as members of r/comphe
Joyja •

Here’s Why You’re Spotting With an IUD

About two weeks ago, my cramps were so painful that I thought my IUD might be trying to come out. I used the restroom, thought it was over, and the following morning found a little bit of blood. This is the first time I’d seen anything resembling a period in the more than two years since getting my IUD put in. One of the reasons many people (including myself) get IUDs is because they’re likely to reduce your periods. But spotting isn’t unheard of with IUDs, and more often than not, it’s not som
Joyja •

7 Unexpected PMS Symptoms That Might Surprise You

The human body is a mystery—and the female body is particularly enigmatic, if I do say so myself. I always joke that women’s bodies can tell the weather (and while that’s only somewhat corroborated by science—it has to do with barometric pressure), here are some bizarre premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms that are very, very real, but rarely talked about. Remember growing pains? I used to get them a lot as a kid, and by the time I’d stopped growing and started getting my period, they came back
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For /Men/ Who Bleed

For AFAB people who are either nonbinary or trans men, menstruation is this dark shadowy monster that looms in the background of every month unless or until you’re on testosterone — or certain birth controls. Injectable testosterone is a major part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for transmasculine people because it promotes the growth of male characteristics and stops menstruation. But until then, knowing that “that time of the month” is just around the corner is embarrassing and often de
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Exploring Astrology As a Form of Queer Communication

When I was in high school I told my best friend, “I don’t want to become one of those astrology lesbians.” But against my will, time has made me an astrology queer. I used to see lesbians on Tumblr talking about moon signs, tarot and wearing pink, so I assumed that I needed to be “not like other girls” and be “cooler” than those lesbians by hating astrology outright. My identity has shifted a lot since then and in the process I have met a lot of queer folks. There seems to be one thing that alw
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How Trans People Deal With Period Dysphoria

For transgender people, your period isn’t just that time of the month; it’s the worst time of the month. It’s always important to accept ourselves, but it’s difficult when our bodies make us experience something that feels contradictory to how we see ourselves. (Every. Single. Month.) Luckily, there are many things we can do to make ourselves feel better, so “that time of the month” doesn’t have to feel so frustrating. Below, find suggestions on beating period dysphoria as a trans person. Putt
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Why Gen Z is Turning to “Victorious” on TikTok

Generation Z is one of the most fascinating groups of people on the planet. They are fearless, they are funny, and they exist in a hivemind. Currently, the best place to find Gen Z in their natural habitat is on the app TikTok, one of the most popular short form video platforms. Many different memes have come and gone on this app, but the latest one is quite interesting: re-watching the Nickelodeon show Victorious — and within that meme lies a conversation about nostalgia, community, and the sho