Tampax: Body Matters About this site: Get information here on everything from premenstrual syndrome to toxic shock syndrome. The site, sponsored by Tampax, includes special sections on what to expect after giving birth and while going through menopause. (http://www.bodymatters.com/en_us/pages/home.shtml?pageid=hm0001) Pluses: Covers a wide range of topics in an organized way. Minuses: The Tampax brand name is all over the site. Best feature: Parents can find advice on how to talk to girls about sexual development.
The Red Spot About this site: "Something to intrigue every woman"--that could be the tag line for The Red Spot, which explores the culture of menstruation. Sections on biology and on menstruation taboos and traditions around the world serve as a great primer for young women curious about their bodies. (http://onewoman.com/redspot/) Pluses: Information is delivered with style and humor. Minuses: More of a Web zine than a health site. Best feature: Read real-life stories posted by readers in a section called experience.
