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. (…)
Body & Mind January 5, 2019 Good for the muscles? Good intentions or not: sports and menstruation aren’t necessarily the best friends. Or are they? Let’s put some insights together. (…)
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. (…)
Quotes February 15, 2018 Question for the editorial team? Do you have a question about menstruation? Email the editorial team! (…)
Facts & Figures August 7, 2017 2 Comments Only women bleed? Menstruation is still very much considered a shared experience amongst women. What does this mean for transgender individuals and how do they identify with this ‘female’ act? […]
Facts & Figures July 10, 2017 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? […]
Global February 20, 2017 A guide for girls: Menstrupedia The name is a catchy one. Menstrupedia aims to shatter the myths and misunderstandings surrounding menstruation by delivering informative and entertaining content. […]
Body & Mind November 23, 2016 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? […]
Fun September 1, 2016 People with red hair … People with red hair… … are conceived during menstruation? Well, it’s entirely possible. But this goes for people with other hair colours as well. […]
Fun April 1, 2016 Menstrual hoaxes Haha, April Fool’s day. Period! has a look at menstruation-themed hoaxes. […]
Quotes February 8, 2016 Dear Period… ‘I love surprises, but just not surprise blood stains just when I’m wearing my nice new white undies.’ Period!- editor Yayeri van Baarsen writes a letter to her menstruation. […]
Global February 4, 2016 Honour your menstruation A taboo on menstruation? Not with the Yurok, Washoe or Rungus tribes. They consider the period a spiritual thing.(…)
Facts & Figures January 13, 2016 2 Comments Menstruating in space NASA’s latest class of astronauts is 50 percent female. Just like other women, female astronauts menstruate. What exactly happens when you have your period in space? How do you deal with menstruation on a mission to Mars. (…)
Quotes January 7, 2016 3 Comments Me & my cycle ‘For most of my life, I’ve lived without any connection to my cycle, my body, my uterus, my ovaries, my breasts, my menstruation, my ovulation – in other words, to the fact that I am a woman.’ A story from the heart, by Mariette Reineke. […]
Facts & Figures December 14, 2015 1 Comment Your cycle affects your… creativity Find out how artists are influenced by their menstrual cycle and what time of the month is best to create a masterpiece. […]
Culture December 3, 2015 Menstruation + taboo (4): social media actions Lately there has been a lot of attention for the subject of menstruation + taboo. Period! brings you the best awareness actions. This week: a top five of social media actions. […]
Culture November 5, 2015 Menstruation + taboo (3): sport Lately there has been a lot of attention for the subject of menstruation + taboo. Period! brings you the best awareness actions. This week: sport. […]
Culture October 20, 2015 Menstruation + taboo (2): protest songs Lately there has been a lot of attention for the subject of menstruation + taboo. Period! brings you the best awareness actions. This week: music. […]
Art September 29, 2015 7 Menstrual Masterpieces Buy art, and support menstrual health worldwide, in an online charity auction. […]
Culture September 7, 2015 Menstruation + taboo (1): film festivals Lately there has been a lot of attention for the subject of menstruation + taboo. Period! brings you the best awareness actions. This week: film festivals. […]
