Culture

December 27, 2016 0 Comments

‘What I’m wearing? Tom Ford and o.b.’

Is menstruation too embarrassing to talk about? Not when you’re asking these celebs. Amy Schumer: ‘I’m wearing Vivienne Westwood, Tom Ford and o.b.’ (…)

Facts & Figures

December 22, 2016 3 Comments

The origin of the word ‘taboo’

We’ve already talked a lot about taboo on Period!, but where does the word taboo come from? From the Polynesian word for menstrual blood?

Fun

December 18, 2016 0 Comments

Carrie a Tampon?

The head covered in blood looks familiar? Indeed. The sketch Carrie a Tampon? by Lady Manners is loosely based on the horror movie Carrie.

Shopping

December 14, 2016 0 Comments

Snuggle pillow for down times

Menstrual down time? This pillow from Menstrosity is made to join you on the couch, while you watch movies and eat loads of chocolate.

Quotes

December 10, 2016 1 Comment

Why I Love Getting My Period

‘Some people refer to their periods as the curse, but not me! Not anymore. I love getting my period.’ A Guest blog by Canadian author Sarah Sahagian.

Body & Mind

December 6, 2016 0 Comments

Banana time?

Vitamin B6 is important when tackling PMS symptoms. But how do you get enough of it? And how can certain foods, like bananas, help? (…)

Art

November 27, 2016 0 Comments

First Moon gift

Need a First Moon gift for a daughter who’s about to get her first period? What about a piece of jewellery from the Ideal Woman collection made by Allie Pohl.

Shopping

November 12, 2016 0 Comments

Oh no!

Longing for your favourite panty which got ruined during your period? The Sad Girl Gang came up with this memorial pin.

Shopping

October 29, 2016 0 Comments

Dress code: Halloween

For a head-to-toe spooky look: reusable menstrual pads for Halloween.

Culture

October 26, 2016 0 Comments

Newspapers in your pants

Think managing your menstruation in luxury can already be a daunting task. Try being homeless and on your period.

Shopping

September 30, 2016 1 Comment

Look on the bright side

Sometimes getting your period is a reason for celebrating. If that’s the case, we’ve found the perfect card.

Body & Mind

September 26, 2016 0 Comments

Pills & Periods

Back in the 1950s, the contraceptive pill was first presented as medication against painful periods. Temporary infertility was called just a side-effect. Soon loads of women were complaining about painful periods.

Shopping

September 5, 2016 0 Comments

Reusable tampons?

Guess what: you can buy washable menstrual pads, but you can also buy reusable tampons. (…)

Shopping

August 28, 2016 0 Comments

Remarkable manicure

Want remarkable nails? All you need is a scissors, some water, nail polish and this I’m On My Period nail art from Nail Pop. (…)

Global

August 22, 2016 0 Comments

Tampons in your suitcase?

Is it necessary to take tampons when visiting Nicaragua or are they also sold there? What’s the availability of menstrual products in foreign countries like? (…)

Art

August 15, 2016 0 Comments

Embrace the Period

Visit an art exhibition in New York, donate some female hygiene products and support the RedDot campaign!

Body & Mind

July 29, 2016 0 Comments

It’s all about balance

Why are you more susceptible to vaginal yeast infections around the time of your menstruation? And how to prevent them? Tips for a healthy vagina.

Shopping

July 23, 2016 0 Comments

I’m Sorry

This might be the perfect apology card.

Culture

July 17, 2016 0 Comments

Celebs & Periods: Fashion

About Jennifer Lawrence’s plan B dress, Miley Cyrus’ white trousers and Lily Allen’s statement shirts. (…)

Quotes

July 14, 2016 0 Comments

That’s Another Mother Cookie

‘In Dutch we have a saying ‘that’s another cookie’ or ‘dat is andere koek.’ Maybe you’re familiar with it, thanks to Louis van Gaal. It means ‘that’s another story.’ Well here’s my ‘another story…’ – A guest blog by the British tutor and mother Amy Verkerk. (…)