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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 ...

Get Inspired by this Role Model LGBTQ+ Organization: The Kite Trust

Get Inspired by this Role Model LGBTQ+ Organiza...

We were so lucky to connect with The Kite Trust for Trans Day of Visibility '23 and wanted to highlight them as this month’s ‘Powerhouse Organization’ in honor of Pride. Read on...

Get Inspired by this Role Model LGBTQ+ Organiza...

We were so lucky to connect with The Kite Trust for Trans Day of Visibility '23 and wanted to highlight them as this month’s ‘Powerhouse Organization’ in honor of Pride. Read on...

How long do menstrual cups last with proper care?

How long do menstrual cups last with proper care?

Depending on your cleaning and care habits, menstrual cups can last anywhere from 6 months to 10 years! Reusable menstrual cups should be washed and wiped clean before being reinserted into your v...

How long do menstrual cups last with proper care?

Depending on your cleaning and care habits, menstrual cups can last anywhere from 6 months to 10 years! Reusable menstrual cups should be washed and wiped clean before being reinserted into your v...

How do I use/put in a menstrual cup?

How do I use/put in a menstrual cup?

__Inserting a Menstrual Cup: __ Wash your hands before handling the cup or your going near your body! Begin by sitting, standing, or squatting over the toilet. Hold the folded menstrual cup with o...

How do I use/put in a menstrual cup?

__Inserting a Menstrual Cup: __ Wash your hands before handling the cup or your going near your body! Begin by sitting, standing, or squatting over the toilet. Hold the folded menstrual cup with o...