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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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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 ...

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...

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...

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...

How can I prevent spilling the menstrual cup when taking it out?

How can I prevent spilling the menstrual cup wh...

Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to menstrual cup removal! Start with a good grip, and pinch the cup to break the suction. Then use your fingers to pull and use your pelvic muscles to h...

How can I prevent spilling the menstrual cup wh...

Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to menstrual cup removal! Start with a good grip, and pinch the cup to break the suction. Then use your fingers to pull and use your pelvic muscles to h...

Do period panties really work?

Do period panties really work?

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...

Do period panties really work?

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...

Why are cardboard tampons bad?

Why are cardboard tampons bad?

Cardboard tampons aren't "bad for you", perse, they may just feel less comfortable for some people. In the United States, tampons typically come with an applicator made of either plastic or cardbo...

Why are cardboard tampons bad?

Cardboard tampons aren't "bad for you", perse, they may just feel less comfortable for some people. In the United States, tampons typically come with an applicator made of either plastic or cardbo...

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...