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. (…)

Fun

June 24, 2020

10 Weird tampon patents

There are lots of ideas about what would make the ideal sanitary product. But some of these patents are unlikely to ever be produced in reality. Here are the ten weirdest ones. (…)

Global

June 17, 2020

Menstruating goddess

A goddess who’s on her period? In the Kamakhya temple in India, place of the womb and vagina of goddess Sati, this happens every year. (…)

Body & Mind

June 12, 2020

Menstrual cramps. Or not..?

Your period is a bit late. But just when you begin to wonder if you might be pregnant, the familiar period pain starts. Or doesn’t it? Beware: early pregnancy can feel just like menstrual cramps. (…)

Culture

June 8, 2020 2 Comments

Gender-neutral menstruating

Not everyone who gets a period is a woman, and not every woman gets a period. Should there be more awareness and attention for gender-neutral menstruating? (…)

Quotes

June 7, 2020

The case for menstrual leave

Will taking time off work when suffering from period pain lead to more gender equality or to women being seen as the weaker sex? Indian writer Rathi R explores the pros and cons of menstrual leave. (…)

Facts & Figures

May 31, 2020

Menstruating in the ocean: shark bait..?

Most animals have a better sense of smell than humans. Sharks do as well. Swimming in the sea when you’re on your period: a good idea or Jaws 5 waiting to happen? (…)

Quotes

May 24, 2020 2 Comments

Getting your first period in Bangladesh

For girls in rural Bangladesh, an area which lacks menstrual education and amenities, the menarche is likely to be a daunting event. – A guest blog by Sumit Banik.

Global

May 17, 2020

Periods don’t pause for pandemics

May 28th is MH Day. Because periods don’t pause for pandemics, menstrual awareness may be more important than ever. So #ItsTimeForAction on #MHDay2020! (…)

Quotes

May 10, 2020

Corona: the world is menstruating

‘Now society is quiet because of corona, I’d like to encourage everyone: take this time to menstruate. Not literally, but take it as inspiration. Take rest, reflect on life, reflect on our society and the planet. What do we keep and what do we leave behind?’ A guest blog by Dutch designer Nora Jongen. (…)