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Global
June 9, 2022 2 Comments

A different kind of period party

Girls and women menstruate. Some animals do too. But a goddess who’s on her period? In India, this happens every year. Find out more about Ambubachi Mela and other festivals that celebrate menstruation. (…)

Facts & Figures
April 19, 2022 4 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. (…)

Facts & Figures
December 23, 2021 0 Comments

UPDATE: Can corona vaccines affect your menstruation? And if so: how?

Delayed periods. Spotting. Heavier bleeding. And all of that just after you were vaccinated against corona… Coincidence or not? (…)

Body & Mind
November 8, 2021 0 Comments

How to pick: The Perfect Tampon

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? (…)

Facts & Figures
August 8, 2021 0 Comments

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? (…)

Body & Mind
June 23, 2021 0 Comments

Spotlights on … the sponge tampon

Sauna, sports, sex: three activities that don’t always go well with menstruation. Will a soft tampon or sponge tampon be the solution? (..)

Body & Mind
February 14, 2021 0 Comments

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 0 Comments

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 0 Comments

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 0 Comments

Question for the editorial team?

Do you have a question about menstruation? Email the editorial team! (…)

Facts & Figures
August 7, 2017 3 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? (…)

Global
February 20, 2017 0 Comments

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. ([…)

Fun
September 1, 2016 0 Comments

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 0 Comments

Menstrual hoaxes

Haha, April Fool’s day. Period! has a look at menstruation-themed hoaxes.

Quotes
February 8, 2016 0 Comments

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 0 Comments

Honour your menstruation

A taboo on menstruation? Not with the Yurok, Washoe or Rungus tribes. They consider the period a spiritual thing.(…)

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 0 Comments

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.

Quotes
November 5, 2015 0 Comments

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.

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