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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
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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?
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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
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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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FDA approves the first over-the-counter birth control pill for Americans.

FDA approves the first over-the-counter birth c...

HUGE FREAKING NEWS. On Thursday July 13th, 2023, in a historic decision for healthcare, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first hormonal contraceptive pill to be sold over-the-counter across the U.S,...

FDA approves the first over-the-counter birth c...

HUGE FREAKING NEWS. On Thursday July 13th, 2023, in a historic decision for healthcare, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first hormonal contraceptive pill to be sold over-the-counter across the U.S,...

Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certified Radiologist

Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certi...

Did you know that your symptoms of heavy menstrual bleeding may be due to uterine fibroids? Are you wondering what UFs are and how doctors diagnose them? Expert insights from...

Learn about Uterine Fibroids from a Board-Certi...

Did you know that your symptoms of heavy menstrual bleeding may be due to uterine fibroids? Are you wondering what UFs are and how doctors diagnose them? Expert insights from...

Fighting back Against Anti-Trans Legislation with Point of Pride

Fighting back Against Anti-Trans Legislation wi...

More legislation targeting trans people's basic human rights has been introduced in recent months than in the preceding decades combined. Certain bills are attempting to limit access to healthcare and...

Fighting back Against Anti-Trans Legislation wi...

More legislation targeting trans people's basic human rights has been introduced in recent months than in the preceding decades combined. Certain bills are attempting to limit access to healthcare and...

Can I swim when I am on my period?

Can I swim when I am on my period?

You can totally swim on your period! It's good exercise and may even relieve cramps. Tampons are a great period product to wear while swimming, or spending all day at the beach! You might have a ...

Can I swim when I am on my period?

You can totally swim on your period! It's good exercise and may even relieve cramps. Tampons are a great period product to wear while swimming, or spending all day at the beach! You might have a ...

Meet Theresa: An Intersex Menstruator Fighting for Inclusivity.

Meet Theresa: An Intersex Menstruator Fighting ...

Introduce yourself. “Hi there! My name is Theresa Marie Duran and I prefer she/they pronouns. I am a barista in my normal day to day life and, on the side,...

Meet Theresa: An Intersex Menstruator Fighting ...

Introduce yourself. “Hi there! My name is Theresa Marie Duran and I prefer she/they pronouns. I am a barista in my normal day to day life and, on the side,...

Can I use a menstrual cup if I just started menstruating?

Can I use a menstrual cup if I just started men...

Menstrual cups are safe to use even if you have just started menstruating. If you try it and it feels uncomfortable, you can also try other sustainable options like August's organic cotton pads and...

Can I use a menstrual cup if I just started men...

Menstrual cups are safe to use even if you have just started menstruating. If you try it and it feels uncomfortable, you can also try other sustainable options like August's organic cotton pads and...

Will coffee make my cramps worse on my period?

Will coffee make my cramps worse on my period?

There are many studies confirming that coffee intensifies period cramps, since it can make the blood vessels in your uterus tighten. Coffee can be enjoyed at the right times of your menstrual cycl...

Will coffee make my cramps worse on my period?

There are many studies confirming that coffee intensifies period cramps, since it can make the blood vessels in your uterus tighten. Coffee can be enjoyed at the right times of your menstrual cycl...

How do you use period panties?

How do you use period panties?

Period underwear are just like regular underwear, except they have extra layers of fabric that absorb your menstrual blood during your period. There are different kinds of period underwear for ligh...

How do you use period panties?

Period underwear are just like regular underwear, except they have extra layers of fabric that absorb your menstrual blood during your period. There are different kinds of period underwear for ligh...

Where are your tampons made? What are they made of?

Where are your tampons made? What are they made...

Our tampons are manufactured in Germany and made from 100% organic cotton sourced from suppliers in Turkey from farms in Turkey, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. They have a plastic-based applicator and ...

Where are your tampons made? What are they made...

Our tampons are manufactured in Germany and made from 100% organic cotton sourced from suppliers in Turkey from farms in Turkey, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. They have a plastic-based applicator and ...