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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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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...

#BeyondMyPeriod: “the menopause symptoms came on like a fury”

#BeyondMyPeriod: “the menopause symptoms came o...

For our final #BeyondMyPeriod story – let’s meet Alloy’s co-Founder & co-CEO... To celebrate World Menopause Month, check out the 6 other stories already published here on our blog + on our Instagram!...

#BeyondMyPeriod: “the menopause symptoms came o...

For our final #BeyondMyPeriod story – let’s meet Alloy’s co-Founder & co-CEO... To celebrate World Menopause Month, check out the 6 other stories already published here on our blog + on our Instagram!...

#BeyondMyPeriod: Menopause was a “full Thelma and Louise moment” for me.

#BeyondMyPeriod: Menopause was a “full Thelma a...

We’re back for one last week of #BeyondMyPeriod stories. In case you missed it: this is collab between August period care and Alloy for Menopause Awareness Month. Here to share her story we have Kate...

#BeyondMyPeriod: Menopause was a “full Thelma a...

We’re back for one last week of #BeyondMyPeriod stories. In case you missed it: this is collab between August period care and Alloy for Menopause Awareness Month. Here to share her story we have Kate...

What support is available for menstruators experiencing menopause?

What support is available for menstruators expe...

At this link, you can find many medical treatments that can support those with menopause: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353401#:~:text=Treatment...

What support is available for menstruators expe...

At this link, you can find many medical treatments that can support those with menopause: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353401#:~:text=Treatment...

#BeyondMyPeriod: “Enjoy your body, right now, just as it is.”

#BeyondMyPeriod: “Enjoy your body, right now, j...

Welcome back to #BeyondMyPeriod... A collaboration we’re doing with Alloy for World Menopause Month. Next to tell her story, Rachel Hughes (she/her) – an accidental influencer with some great advice. Introduce yourself! Who are...

#BeyondMyPeriod: “Enjoy your body, right now, j...

Welcome back to #BeyondMyPeriod... A collaboration we’re doing with Alloy for World Menopause Month. Next to tell her story, Rachel Hughes (she/her) – an accidental influencer with some great advice. Introduce yourself! Who are...

What are the symptoms a menstruator might experience while nearing menopause?

What are the symptoms a menstruator might exper...

**WARNING: MENTAL HEALTH, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY**

What are the symptoms a menstruator might exper...

**WARNING: MENTAL HEALTH, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY**

Is there a chance of having a returning period after menopause?

Is there a chance of having a returning period ...

Yes, there is a chance of bleeding after menopause. At first, it may just be spotting due to vaginal dryness but if it continues, you should seek medical attention.

Is there a chance of having a returning period ...

Yes, there is a chance of bleeding after menopause. At first, it may just be spotting due to vaginal dryness but if it continues, you should seek medical attention.

#BeyondMyPeriod: “My mom was open about her symptoms, but she didn't necessarily want us to draw attention to it.”

#BeyondMyPeriod: “My mom was open about her sym...

We’re back with another #BeyondMyPeriod story–this time from the POV of a child with a menopausal mother. For World Menopause Month (October), August period care and Alloy have joined forces to share period and...

#BeyondMyPeriod: “My mom was open about her sym...

We’re back with another #BeyondMyPeriod story–this time from the POV of a child with a menopausal mother. For World Menopause Month (October), August period care and Alloy have joined forces to share period and...

#BeyondMyPeriod: From First to Final Periods…A Tale of 2 Sisters.

#BeyondMyPeriod: From First to Final Periods…A ...

From first periods to final periods…how do the menstrual cycles of 2 sisters compare? We’re back with another #BeyondMyPeriod story but this time, it’s a story of two sisters. Jan (she/her, aged...

#BeyondMyPeriod: From First to Final Periods…A ...

From first periods to final periods…how do the menstrual cycles of 2 sisters compare? We’re back with another #BeyondMyPeriod story but this time, it’s a story of two sisters. Jan (she/her, aged...