I’ll cut to the chase: periods are nothing to be ashamed of! But, the teenage me did not realize that. I used to do so many weird things to avoid people finding out about my period because I was embarrassed. This is by no means a comprehensive list, but here are a few things that I used to do to avoid anyone finding out about my period.
Organic cotton period products are great for someone looking to be kinder to themselves and the planet. Cotton is absorbent, sustainable, soft, breathable, and great for those with sensitive skin.
So, you’re someone who cares about the environment (and your dollar) and you’ve decided to make to switch to reusable menstrual products. Now what? Here’s a quick and easy guide to some of the many options for reusable period products, from someone who has tried them all. Let's talk cups, underwear, and pads!
Although menstruation is still not often discussed in frank and honest ways due to being so stigmatized, the conversation is growing and being heard.
However, we are still seeing the problematic image of an ‘ideal menstruator’. Bleeding is more accepted when it comes from someone who meets certain socially accepted criteria - particularly in advertising.
As a company that is gender-inclusive (and proudly so), we sometimes have TERFs seeking out our content, simply to reply ‘only women menstruate’.
Let’s talk about this.
Menstruation seems to be a particular point of contention for TERFs, who suggest that saying 'people who menstruate' degrades their identity as a cis-woman.
