Global

September 25, 2020

Menarche, maturity, marriage?!

When a Gambian girl starts menstruating, she’s often married off to a stranger. Hence why Musu Bakoto Sawo hid her periods for two years. (…)

Culture

September 18, 2020

The link between Anne Frank and menstruation

Is that even allowed? Naming your tampon after Anne Frank? And why would sanitary pad manufacturers do this? (…)

Quotes

September 13, 2020

Pandemic hinders Nepal’s period progress

Period stigma has long blighted the lives of young women in Nepal, but the pandemic is making things worse, says Geeta Pradhan. (…)

Body & Mind

September 7, 2020

12 tips against menstrual migraine

Headaches are annoying. Especially when you’re also on your period. Here are 12 tips against menstrual migraine. Also for ‘normal’ period pain. (…)

Facts & Figures

September 1, 2020

PCOS in the picture

Although 5 to 10% of women suffer from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, many don’t know about this endocrine disorder. September is PCOS Awareness Month. (…)

Culture

August 29, 2020

Period Playlist: extended version!

Get rid of your period misery. Sing along with the Period Playlist. As loud as you possibly can. ‘It feels like a werewolf is living in my uterus!’ Feel better already? (…)

Spotlight

August 26, 2020

Bosom Friend: Your Posture Corrector Bra

Poor posture often leads to back pain, but so can the size of your breasts. The problem may appear in puberty or after pregnancy. Hormone changes during the menstrual cycle can lead to temporary breast swelling too. The good news: a correctly picked posture bra can address this problem. (…). 

Facts & Figures

August 26, 2020

CTRL+ALT+DEL

Is menstruating still necessary? It’s also possible to delete your periods with hormonal contraception. A lot of women do this, sometimes even without knowing. Here’s how. (..)

Art

August 20, 2020

Extraordinary chandelier

A Noiva is the name of a five metres high chandelier made by the Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos. Looking at it from a distance, you wouldn’t even notice it’s made of 25,000 tampons. (…)

Body & Mind

August 14, 2020

How to use a menstrual cup?

Yeah, sure. Try a menstrual cup. Brilliant advice. Only, how? Remember your very first tampon. That wasn’t a piece of cake either. Period! comes to the rescue. Here is everything you need to know. (…)

Body & Mind

August 6, 2020

Jump in, also when menstruating

Of course your period starts the exact moment you step off the plane at your tropical beach holiday destination. Bad timing, but you can definitely swim. Here’s what to do. (…)

Quotes

July 31, 2020

28 Bloody good books (updated version!)

Of course there is Period! if you want to read about menstruation. But there are also some pretty awesome books. We present you 28 options. One for every day of your cycle. (…)

Spotlight

July 29, 2020

The Nutritarian Women’s Health Study: 5 Facts

A regular menstrual cycle is a sign of good health. Talking of health: US-based guest blogger Bobbie Sanchez explains 5 important facts about The Nutritarian Women’s Health Study. (…)

Quotes

July 28, 2020

We finally need to talk about periods at work

Discussing your menstrual problems at the workplace is better for everyone, says German researcher Katharina Eggert. (…)

Culture

July 26, 2020

In other words

Member of the Red Cross. Riding the red bike. Too much sauce on the fish taco. In other words: Period! collects synonyms for the M- and the P-word. Additions welcome! (..)

Quotes

July 20, 2020 1 Comment

Perimenopause: it’s sooner than you think

Oh joy! Perimenopause is coming sooner than you think. And that’s a good thing. UK-based menstrual and menopause mentor Kate Codrington explains why. (…)

Body & Mind

July 15, 2020

How to pick: tampons

Super, mini or maxi? With or without applicator? The white sticks come in various shapes and sizes. What to keep in mind when choosing a tampon? (…)

Quotes

July 13, 2020 2 Comments

Submit your period masterpiece

Derogatory comments. Awkward situations. Strange taboos. Does something annoy you? Do you want to share your personal period story? This is your chance. Submit your menstrual masterpiece! (…)

Facts & Figures

July 6, 2020

This is why July is Fibroid Awareness Month

Lots of women will develop fibroids at some point in their lives. They do not have to notice this. But fibroids can cause serious complaints, like heavy menstrual bleeding or severe pain. To put the spotlights on this common but also rather underexposed condition, July is Fibroid Awareness Month. (…)

Body & Mind

July 1, 2020

Tampon lessons for beginners

There’s a first time for everything. So you want to try a tampon: where to start and what to do? This discreet mini course comes to the rescue. (…)