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4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending Period Poverty
Team August

4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending...

Everything you need to know about our 4th Annual Redistribution Pledge towards ending period poverty.
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August’s Reaction to the Recent Study About Metals Found in Tampons
Team August

August’s Reaction to the Recent...

TLDR: August tampons are safe to use; no metals are added to our products. This is our reaction + response...
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Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal health care with Pomcare!
By Sonia Byun (she/her), Interviewed by Ruby Moon (she/her) from Team August

Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal...

What if you had access to gynecological answers from the palm of your hand? Meet Pomcare. We’re here to introduce...
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Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?
Team August

Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?

Don't worry, if you're not a menstruator, or you're a first time menstruator, this is a valid question. But for...
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5 Things Your Period is Trying to Tell You
Ruby Moon (she/her) from August Period Care. Verified by Dr. Saru Bala, ND.

5 Things Your Period is...

Menstrual cycles are driven by hormonal changes. With that, come symptoms, often referred to as PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome).
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Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic Collective: 100% Net Plastic Recycled Certified
Team August

Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic...

At August, sustainability is a core value. From the beginning, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating organic, comfy, and inclusive period products with...
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How this generation of photographers are changing period talk.

How this generation of photographers are changi...

Yep, we menstruate, and, not only are we going to talk about it – we’re going to show it. It’s a tough experience to glamorize, so we’re attempting to actualize...

How this generation of photographers are changi...

Yep, we menstruate, and, not only are we going to talk about it – we’re going to show it. It’s a tough experience to glamorize, so we’re attempting to actualize...

Is it normal to have really horrible pains in your butt while on your period?

Is it normal to have really horrible pains in y...

Your body can cramp in the intestines and muscles around your stomach and butt, which makes your spincter feel as though it is cramping.

Is it normal to have really horrible pains in y...

Your body can cramp in the intestines and muscles around your stomach and butt, which makes your spincter feel as though it is cramping.

How can one induce their period to mimic a more regular cycle?

How can one induce their period to mimic a more...

Unfortunately there is no way to safely induce your period. Your cycle can be irregular when you first start getting your period, but it should become more regular over time. Some ways that you can...

How can one induce their period to mimic a more...

Unfortunately there is no way to safely induce your period. Your cycle can be irregular when you first start getting your period, but it should become more regular over time. Some ways that you can...

What can I do about having premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?

What can I do about having premenstrual dysphor...

PMDD cannot be solved, but the symptoms can be curbed by consuming certain vitamins at least a week before your period, like calcium, Vitamin B-6, and magnesium. However, much more research is need...

What can I do about having premenstrual dysphor...

PMDD cannot be solved, but the symptoms can be curbed by consuming certain vitamins at least a week before your period, like calcium, Vitamin B-6, and magnesium. However, much more research is need...

What is a factory audit and why does August conduct them?

What is a factory audit and why does August con...

An audit is a yearly inspection where we check that the factory is running smoothly, your products are top quality, and their employees are happy! At these audits we also do in-line inspections to ...

What is a factory audit and why does August con...

An audit is a yearly inspection where we check that the factory is running smoothly, your products are top quality, and their employees are happy! At these audits we also do in-line inspections to ...

How can Cultural Practices Affect Period Stigma? An August Community Reflection.

How can Cultural Practices Affect Period Stigma...

The relationship between menstruation, religion and culture is complex and the way periods are approached often traces back to deeply rooted period stigma. What does cultural stigma actually mean? Taboos, or stigmas,...

How can Cultural Practices Affect Period Stigma...

The relationship between menstruation, religion and culture is complex and the way periods are approached often traces back to deeply rooted period stigma. What does cultural stigma actually mean? Taboos, or stigmas,...

Why am I more hungry on my period?

Why am I more hungry on my period?

Most causes of PMS symptoms (in this case, hunger) are from a faster metabolism rate leading up to your period, and hormones rising in your body. Your body is acting as if it is pregnant so your bo...

Why am I more hungry on my period?

Most causes of PMS symptoms (in this case, hunger) are from a faster metabolism rate leading up to your period, and hormones rising in your body. Your body is acting as if it is pregnant so your bo...

Addressing the current tampon drama: Is titanium dioxide safe in tampons?

Addressing the current tampon drama: Is titaniu...

It’s time to address the titanium dioxide drama. We want to start off by officially letting y’all know that August does NOT contain titanium dioxide. You can find the full...

Addressing the current tampon drama: Is titaniu...

It’s time to address the titanium dioxide drama. We want to start off by officially letting y’all know that August does NOT contain titanium dioxide. You can find the full...

Tampons vs. Pads: When & How to Use them Comfortably

Tampons vs. Pads: When & How to Use them Comfor...

The age-old question: “What’s the best period product to use?” The answer is that there’s no concrete answer – it’s up to you. (body autonomy, baby!) You should never feel...

Tampons vs. Pads: When & How to Use them Comfor...

The age-old question: “What’s the best period product to use?” The answer is that there’s no concrete answer – it’s up to you. (body autonomy, baby!) You should never feel...