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Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

What are August products made of?

What are August products made of?

All of our products are toxin-free, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic! Build you box NOW! Our pads and liners are made of 100% organic cotton, natural fluff pulp, and Japanese SAP! Our tampons a...

What are August products made of?

All of our products are toxin-free, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic! Build you box NOW! Our pads and liners are made of 100% organic cotton, natural fluff pulp, and Japanese SAP! Our tampons a...

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this far.”

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living with Chronic Illness

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living wit...

Have you been looking for an artist who perfectly illustrates the Chronic Illness experience? Look no further. Isabella Šuta (she/her) – aka @uhjeeze – is an artist who illustrates cartoons about her...

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living wit...

Have you been looking for an artist who perfectly illustrates the Chronic Illness experience? Look no further. Isabella Šuta (she/her) – aka @uhjeeze – is an artist who illustrates cartoons about her...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometriosis? Spotlight on Medical Gaslighting x Misinformation.

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...

HRT for Menopause to be more affordable in the UK

HRT for Menopause to be more affordable in the UK

We’re so excited about the recent win for the #BeyondMyPeriod population: the UK government is slashing the cost of HRT used to treat menopausal symptoms! In this prescription scheme, a year's worth...

HRT for Menopause to be more affordable in the UK

We’re so excited about the recent win for the #BeyondMyPeriod population: the UK government is slashing the cost of HRT used to treat menopausal symptoms! In this prescription scheme, a year's worth...

Interview with LUNA, a Femtech company based in Rwanda.

Interview with LUNA, a Femtech company based in...

LUNA is a Femtech company ensuring every Woman’s safety, privacy, and wellness. We were lucky enough to host the co-founder, Berabose, for a live broadcast on our virtual homebase (join...

Interview with LUNA, a Femtech company based in...

LUNA is a Femtech company ensuring every Woman’s safety, privacy, and wellness. We were lucky enough to host the co-founder, Berabose, for a live broadcast on our virtual homebase (join...

Emergency Response to Türkiye & Syria following the Earthquakes

Emergency Response to Türkiye & Syria following...

What happened? On the morning of February 6th, 2023, a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake disrupted life across Türkiye & Syria. Just 6 hours later, their communities were shook by another 7.5-magnitude...

Emergency Response to Türkiye & Syria following...

What happened? On the morning of February 6th, 2023, a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake disrupted life across Türkiye & Syria. Just 6 hours later, their communities were shook by another 7.5-magnitude...