Facts & Figures September 16, 2019 3 Comments The menstrual cup hype Today’s women care for the environment. Also when they’re menstruating. So we all use a menstrual cup. Ideal! Or not? (…)
Body & Mind June 29, 2019 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. (…)
Body & Mind June 9, 2019 Good reader question How often do you need to change a sanitary pad? Good question. Probably it’s more often than you think. (…)
Culture May 9, 2019 MHDay 2019: It’s Time For Action! Tuesday 28 May is Menstrual Hygiene Day, Theme of MHDay2019: It’s Time For Action! Because although the subject is high on the agenda worldwide, there’s still room for improvement. (…)
Body & Mind April 26, 2019 Sex + menstruation? Having sex on your period? Yes, that’s entirely possible and no problem at all. But there are some things you should keep in mind. So if you’re planning on sailing the Red Sea together, read these three tips first. (…)
Global November 19, 2018 Let’s give a shit On 19 November it’s World Toilet Day. Because proper sanitation is vital for menstruating girls and women. (…)
Facts & Figures June 21, 2018 Is menstrual blood normal blood? Is menstrual blood the same as normal blood? Is it always red? Is it dirty? What about the texture and thickness? Does it smell? Period! takes a closer look. […]
Global May 14, 2018 MH Day 2018: No More Limits During Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) on May 28 all over the world awareness is raised about the challenges women face during their menstruation. This year is the fifth edition. (..)
Global August 22, 2016 Tampons in your suitcase? Is it necessary to take tampons when visiting Nicaragua or are they also sold there? What’s the availability of feminine hygiene products in foreign countries like? […]
Body & Mind July 29, 2016 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. […]
Culture February 19, 2016 Shaving: yes, menstruating: no Strange: the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners state that men should be able to shave regularly. But there’s nothing about women being able to change their sanitary pads regularly. […]
Body & Mind September 25, 2015 1 Comment Something smells An armpit sometimes smells. As does a foot. Same goes for your mouth. And sometimes your vagina gives off an odour too. Especially when you’re menstruating. Six things you can do to prevent bad smells. (…)
Culture August 6, 2015 Men-struation? (2) It’s women who have it every month. But should men also be educated about periods? (…)
Global April 1, 2015 Pure or impure: that’s the question What’s the view of the five major world religions on menstruation? Although a girl’s first period is often celebrated in Hinduism, menstruating women are seen as impure. (…)
