Resources for Our Kyn
Sexual Wellness resources
sexual wellness, explained
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Care at Kyndred: Sexual & Reproductive Wellness Care
Explore affirming, judgment-free care for contraception, vaginal and genital health, STIs, UTIs, medication abortion, and concerns related to pleasure, desire, and sexual comfort.
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Redefining Sexual Wellness Care for Black Women
We’re taking a wider look at sexual wellness for Black women, from STI prevention and pregnancy to pleasure, comfort, desire, autonomy, and feeling at home in your body.
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What's Your Sexual Wellness Regimen?
Reimagine sexual wellness as something you tend to regularly, with reflection on your body, care team, boundaries, pleasure, protection, and routines.
Contraceptive Counseling
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Care at Kyndred: Contraceptive Counseling
Talk through your birth control options, priorities, side effects, and questions with a Kyndred clinician.
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Bedsider
Explore and compare birth control methods by effectiveness, side effects, hormones, cost, and what matters most to you.
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Reproductive Health Access Project
Find easy-to-understand guides comparing birth control methods, how they work, bleeding changes, side effects, and more.
Pleasure & Comfort Support
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Care at Kyndred: Pleasure & Comfort Support
Get support for concerns related to painful sex, low desire, arousal, comfort, and other changes affecting your sexual wellbeing.
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Find a Sex Therapist — AASECT
Search for certified sex therapists, sexuality counselors, and sexuality educators in your state.
STI Testing & Treatment
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Care at Kyndred: STI Testing & Treatment
Get testing, treatment, and guidance for STIs, including support with results, prevention, and next steps.
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Sister Love
A Black women-centered sexual and reproductive health organization offering HIV/STI education, pleasure-based prevention, testing, and support.
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Reproductive Health Access Project
Find easy-to-understand guides comparing birth control methods, how they work, bleeding changes, side effects, and more.
Vaginal & Genital Health
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Care at Kyndred: Vaginal & Genital Health
Get support for concerns like BV, yeast, irritation, odor, dryness, discharge changes, and symptoms that keep coming back.
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Vulvovaginal Health FAQ
Get straightforward answers from the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists about discharge, vaginal odor, BV, yeast infections, irritation, vulvar care, dryness, and what changes may deserve medical attention.
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Contact Dermatitis of the Vulva
Learn how soaps, wipes, fragrances, detergents, topical products, and other irritants can contribute to vulvar burning, itching, or irritation.
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We Need to Talk About Your V: The Real on Vaginal Health
A practical guide to knowing your vaginal “normal,” spotting changes, and understanding common concerns like BV, yeast infections, UTIs, and STIs.
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Abortion resources
Medication Abortion & Miscarriage Information
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Sam's Medication Abortion
A visual guide following one person's medication abortion experience.
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What Is a Miscarriage?
A downloadable guide answering common questions about miscarriage.
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Mayday Health
Educational guidance on safely accessing abortion pills by mail and understanding your options.
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Abortion On Our Own Terms
Educational resources about self-managed medication abortion and reproductive autonomy.
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How to Use Abortion Pills
Clear, step-by-step instructions for using abortion pills safely.
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SASS (Self-Managed Abortion; Safe & Supported)
Information about self-managed abortion, safety, and support.
Emotional Support
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Reprocare
Peer-based emotional support, medication abortion information, and referrals.
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All-Options Talkline
Judgment-free support for pregnancy, abortion, parenting, adoption, infertility, and pregnancy loss.
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Exhale Pro-Voice
Free, confidential, nonjudgmental emotional support for people processing an abortion experience.
Financial & Practical Support
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National Network of Abortion Funds
Find local abortion funds that provide financial and practical support.
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National Abortion Federation Hotline Fund
Financial assistance and referrals for abortion care throughout the United States.
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Abortion Freedom Fund
Support for people accessing telehealth abortion care.
Legal Support
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Repro Legal Helpline
Confidential legal information about self-managed abortion, pregnancy loss, and reproductive rights.
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Pregnancy Justice
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Repro Legal Defense Fund
Provides financial support for people investigated or fighting charges related to their pregnancy or abortion.
Black Reproductive Justice & Storytelling
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SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective
A Southern based, national membership organization working to improve policies and systems that impact the reproductive lives of marginalized communities.
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In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda
A Black women-led organization advancing reproductive justice through advocacy, education, and research.
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We Testify
Abortion stories and resources centering Black people, people of color, and other communities often left out of abortion narratives.
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New Voices
A Reproductive Justice organization building power alongside Black women, Black queer people, and marginalized Black communities through leadership, community care, and mutual aid.
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PMOS (PCOS) resources
Start here: PMOS (PCOS) 101
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Your Cycle Is a Rhythm — And PMOS Disrupts the Flow
A blog on the rhythm of your cycle, and what you can do when it’s disrupted.
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I Need an A
Find abortion providers, telehealth services, financial assistance, and state-specific information.
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Mayday Health
Educational guidance on safely accessing abortion pills by mail and understanding your options.
LGBTQIA+ Resources
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Trans Lifeline
Peer-led emotional support for transgender people.
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National Center for Transgender Equality
Know-your-rights information related to healthcare access.
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Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF)
Legal advocacy and healthcare access resources.
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OutCare Health
A directory of LGBTQIA+-affirming healthcare providers.
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Abortion Explained! Queer & Trans Justice
Educational stories and resources centered on queer and transgender abortion experiences.
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TransLash Media
Stories and educational resources exploring reproductive healthcare and bodily autonomy.
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Peri/Menopause resources
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Plan C
Current information about accessing abortion pills by mail in all 50 states.
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I Need an A
Find abortion providers, telehealth services, financial assistance, and state-specific information.
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Mayday Health
Educational guidance on safely accessing abortion pills by mail and understanding your options.
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Vaginal/Genital Care resources
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Plan C
Current information about accessing abortion pills by mail in all 50 states.
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I Need an A
Find abortion providers, telehealth services, financial assistance, and state-specific information.
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Mayday Health
Educational guidance on safely accessing abortion pills by mail and understanding your options.
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Plan C
Current information about accessing abortion pills by mail in all 50 states.
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I Need an A
Find abortion providers, telehealth services, financial assistance, and state-specific information.
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Mayday Health
Educational guidance on safely accessing abortion pills by mail and understanding your options.
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Mental Health resources
find mental health care
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Therapy for Black Girls
A therapist directory and mental health community created specifically for Black women and girls.
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The Loveland Foundation
Provides financial assistance to Black women and nonbinary people seeking therapy.
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National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
A national directory connecting queer and trans people of color with affirming mental health practitioners.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
Mental Wellness & Community Support
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BEAM
A Black-led organization offering healing spaces, wellness tools, education, and community-based approaches to Black mental health.
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Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
Connects Black and other underserved communities with culturally responsive mental health resources, therapists, and wellness programs.
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Warmline
A national directory of peer-support warmlines for when you need someone to talk to, even if you’re not in crisis.
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Don’t Call the Police
A directory of community-based alternatives to law enforcement for mental health crises and other support needs.
Perinatal Mental Health
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The Shades of Blue Project
Mental health advocacy, support groups, therapy, and community resources for women of color during pregnancy, postpartum, and loss.
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Black Moms Connect | Postpartum Support International
Free virtual support groups for Black people navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, depression, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7 mental health support hotline by mental health providers during pregnancy and postpartum.
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LGBTQIA resources
LGBTQIA+ Resources
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Trans Lifeline
Peer-led emotional support for transgender people.
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National Center for Transgender Equality
Know-your-rights information related to healthcare access.
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Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF)
Legal advocacy and healthcare access resources.
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OutCare Health
A directory of LGBTQIA+-affirming healthcare providers.
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Abortion Explained! Queer & Trans Justice
Educational stories and resources centered on queer and transgender abortion experiences.
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TransLash Media
Stories and educational resources exploring reproductive healthcare and bodily autonomy.
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Call BlackLine
Peer support and counseling centered on Black, LGBTQIA+, and other communities impacted by systemic oppression.
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