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July 29
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Lunch and Learn: Cycles, Cramps, and Cravings… Oh My! Nutrition for Menstrual Wellness

Cycles, Cramps, and Cravings… Oh My! Nutrition for Menstrual Wellness

A part of the Menstrual Equity Lunch and Learn Series.

Back by popular demand! In this online presentation, Courtney Wilson, MScFN RD (she/her) will dive into all things nutrition, menstruation, and hormones. We will look at how the phases of the menstrual cycle can impact physical symptoms, intake patterns, and nutrient needs and chat about strategies to support these needs. There will be time for a Q&A to ensure all your burning questions are answered!

 About your host:

Courtney is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and has been practicing clinically since 2015. She currently works as the RD on the Campus Wellness team, meeting with students in individual and group-based settings to provide supportive, inclusive, and evidence-based nutrition care. On the clinical side of things, Courtney is passionate about digging into food relationships and food-related experiences, as well as supporting those who may struggle with these elements of life. Personally, Courtney is an avid home cook, loves to golf, and is (just slightly) obsessed with her Bernedoodle, Ellis.

Reusable menstrual pads
Friday, June 21, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Reusable product distribution drop

As part of the Menstrual Equity project at UWaterloo, we will be providing free reusable and sustainable menstrual products to students, faculty and staff on June 21 from 10am – 3pm. Register today to pickup your kit in the EDI-R office of Period Aisle brand reusable menstrual cups, pads, and underwear.

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Friday, June 21, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Inclusive Menstruation: Understanding Trans Experiences

A part of the Menstrual Equity Lunch and Learn series

Join transgender therapist and educator, Washington Silk (they/them), as they talk about menstruation and trans folks! In this special Pride Month edition of our Menstrual Equity Lunch and Learn series we’ll learn more about the complex relationship between menstruation and trans bodies.

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Monday, March 25, 2024 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Moontime Teachings and Distribution Drop

The Office of Indigenous Relations and the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism Office presents a Menstrual Equity event where registered participants will receive menstrual products, refreshments, and moontime teachings from Trista Hill Indigenous Midwife with Southern Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC).