Nookie Knowledge Blog
Supporting your Personal Development curriculum, this section is dedicated to our Nookie Knowledge blogs. These are designed to offer advice and support for healthy relationships, personal care, and more intimate topics.
Teenage Relationship Abuse
What is Coercive Control?
The Power of Healthy Relationships
Nookie Knowledge: Unwanted Pregnancy
Navigating an unwanted pregnancy can be a challenging and emotional experience. It's important to know that you are not alone and that there are several options available to you in the UK. This post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the choices you have, the...
Nookie Knowledge: Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of every woman's life in which her periods stop. It can be a challenging transition so check out our information below and make sure you contact your GP for further advice and support.
Cervical Screening – Follow Ups
Once you have had your cervical screening appointment (see our previous blog on smear tests HERE), you will receive your results in the post a few weeks later. This will confirm if you need any follow up tests or not and will explain next steps. It will explain if...
Breast Self-Examination: The Importance of Regular Checks
Breast health is a critical aspect of overall wellbeing for women, and one of the most proactive ways to maintain it is through regular self-exams and screenings. There's no better time to discuss the significance of checking breasts and how to do it effectively, so...
Cervical Screening
Cervical screening, otherwise known as a smear test (or pap smear in the USA), is a free NHS service for women testing for cervical health and help prevent cervical cancer. It's available to women aged 25 to 64, and you are invited to screening by letter through the...
What to Expect when you’re Expecting!
Finding out you are pregnant can be exciting and nerve-wracking in equal measure, and you may experience anxieties when thinking about what changes will happen over the coming months. For many women, it may be their first ever experience of having a baby, and it is...
Men’s Health: Understanding Erectile Dysfunction
Introduction Erectile dysfunction (ED), often referred to as impotence, is a common but distressing condition that affects men of all ages. It can have a significant impact on a man's self-esteem, relationships, and overall quality of life. In this article, we will...
Intimate Care
Intimate care is often a bit of a taboo subject, yet it plays a vital role in our overall health and wellbeing. Our intimate areas require special attention and care to maintain hygiene, prevent infections, and promote comfort and confidence. In this article, we will...
Sexual Violence and Finding Support
Trigger Warning: this article contains information regarding sexual violence and assault that some readers may find alarming. If you require any support, please do not hesitate to get in touch with either your tutor or the Showcase main office. Sexual violence and...