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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?
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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“Getting a period is a beautiful means of communication between you and your body”: Meet Alara

“Getting a period is a beautiful means of commu...

Meet Alara Kilic (she/her), an Inner Cycle member with a passion for reproductive health education and rights! We met Alara virtually, through social media, when she reached out expressing interest...

“Getting a period is a beautiful means of commu...

Meet Alara Kilic (she/her), an Inner Cycle member with a passion for reproductive health education and rights! We met Alara virtually, through social media, when she reached out expressing interest...

Feeling Sad: Is it seasonal depression or just my period?

Feeling Sad: Is it seasonal depression or just ...

How to get through another Blue Monday on your period. Whether it’s seasonal depression, ongoing mental illness, or just that time of the month when your hormones fluctuate and emotions...

Feeling Sad: Is it seasonal depression or just ...

How to get through another Blue Monday on your period. Whether it’s seasonal depression, ongoing mental illness, or just that time of the month when your hormones fluctuate and emotions...

Avoiding Inventory Waste: Introducing our ‘Oopsie Pads’

Avoiding Inventory Waste: Introducing our ‘Oops...

They’re the same pads you know and love…. Just with a little ‘Oopsie’ on the wrappers… When our manufacturers hit us with the info that a batch of our Day Pad...

Avoiding Inventory Waste: Introducing our ‘Oops...

They’re the same pads you know and love…. Just with a little ‘Oopsie’ on the wrappers… When our manufacturers hit us with the info that a batch of our Day Pad...

2022 in Review, with August Period Care.

2022 in Review, with August Period Care.

From Sustainability to Impact & Giveback, to both Community & Company Culture and to Content (of course)...2022 was a blast! But it went by SO fast. Here's a recap of...

2022 in Review, with August Period Care.

From Sustainability to Impact & Giveback, to both Community & Company Culture and to Content (of course)...2022 was a blast! But it went by SO fast. Here's a recap of...

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

Some pain is common among menstruators, however, if you find yourself having consistent, severe pain during every monthly flow – there may be an underlying issue that can be mitigated or even treated...

PSA: Severe Period Pain is NOT Normal

Some pain is common among menstruators, however, if you find yourself having consistent, severe pain during every monthly flow – there may be an underlying issue that can be mitigated or even treated...

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after my first period?

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after...

Going to the OB/GYN may seem like a very mature adult thing to do…but we’re here to ease some of that worry! Dr. Heather Irobunda (she/her), MD OB/GYN, an expert...

Is it true that I should go to the OB/GYN after...

Going to the OB/GYN may seem like a very mature adult thing to do…but we’re here to ease some of that worry! Dr. Heather Irobunda (she/her), MD OB/GYN, an expert...

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstruation, otherwise known as ‘a period’, commonly happens every 21-35 days, after the monthly egg has been released from the ovaries and the uterus has developed a thick inner lining....

Menstrual Period Disorders: An Overview

Menstruation, otherwise known as ‘a period’, commonly happens every 21-35 days, after the monthly egg has been released from the ovaries and the uterus has developed a thick inner lining....

What are menstrual huts?

What are menstrual huts?

In some parts of the world where periods are still considered 'taboo,' huts are set up for menstruators to stay in while they're on their period.

What are menstrual huts?

In some parts of the world where periods are still considered 'taboo,' huts are set up for menstruators to stay in while they're on their period.

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & Regular Users

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & R...

Using a tampon for the first time can be scary, we get it! But we’re here to teach you ‘Tampons 101’: a guide to all of your tampon related questions. Trust...

How to Use a Tampon: A Guide for First Time & R...

Using a tampon for the first time can be scary, we get it! But we’re here to teach you ‘Tampons 101’: a guide to all of your tampon related questions. Trust...