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Where can I buy pads and tampons?

Where can I buy pads and tampons?

You can buy pads and tampons at your local grocery store, pharmacy, or online. If you're looking to make a switch to more sustainable period care we would love for you to check us out on our shop p...

Where can I buy pads and tampons?

You can buy pads and tampons at your local grocery store, pharmacy, or online. If you're looking to make a switch to more sustainable period care we would love for you to check us out on our shop p...

15 Period Stories from Menstruators at Summer Camp

15 Period Stories from Menstruators at Summer Camp

Summertime on your period – what a time to be alive! In one of our recentĀ The Period FeelsĀ podcastĀ episodes, we heard from August’s Content Manager, Ruby Moon, who, before becoming a...

15 Period Stories from Menstruators at Summer Camp

Summertime on your period – what a time to be alive! In one of our recentĀ The Period FeelsĀ podcastĀ episodes, we heard from August’s Content Manager, Ruby Moon, who, before becoming a...

How to diagnose PCOS: A Period Powerhouse Story by Eunice Ban

How to diagnose PCOS: A Period Powerhouse Story...

We met Eunice Ban at an event a few weeks ago and were so thankful to her for sharing her story with PCOS. Read on to meet Eunice and hear...

How to diagnose PCOS: A Period Powerhouse Story...

We met Eunice Ban at an event a few weeks ago and were so thankful to her for sharing her story with PCOS. Read on to meet Eunice and hear...

How can I avoid a rash on my period?

How can I avoid a rash on my period?

Make sure your pads are unscented and the underwear you're wearing is soft cotton. Try a soft, 100% organic cotton brand (like August)! If you get a rash, there are creams to ease the pain and you ...

How can I avoid a rash on my period?

Make sure your pads are unscented and the underwear you're wearing is soft cotton. Try a soft, 100% organic cotton brand (like August)! If you get a rash, there are creams to ease the pain and you ...

It’s time we address the effects of period poverty.

It’s time we address the effects of period pove...

Nearly 1 in 4 menstruators around the world have struggled to access period care. Everyone deserves a dignified menstruating experience. For us, this means having access to the education and...

It’s time we address the effects of period pove...

Nearly 1 in 4 menstruators around the world have struggled to access period care. Everyone deserves a dignified menstruating experience. For us, this means having access to the education and...

Should I use all natural period products?

Should I use all natural period products?

Natural, or organic cotton, period products have been found to be more breathable when compared to non-organic ones. Because the natural cotton fibers go undamaged by chemicals and peticides, they ...

Should I use all natural period products?

Natural, or organic cotton, period products have been found to be more breathable when compared to non-organic ones. Because the natural cotton fibers go undamaged by chemicals and peticides, they ...

How to Combat Your Tampon Leaking

How to Combat Your Tampon Leaking

Menstruation is unfortunately still a stigmatized subject which makes it seem like leaking is the most embarrassing thing in the world. It’s true, leaks are so not ideal butttt sh%*...

How to Combat Your Tampon Leaking

Menstruation is unfortunately still a stigmatized subject which makes it seem like leaking is the most embarrassing thing in the world. It’s true, leaks are so not ideal butttt sh%*...

Should I be embarrassed about wearing period pant(ie)s?

Should I be embarrassed about wearing period pa...

Definitely not! There is no shame in wearing period panties. Wear what makes you feel best and what gives you the best coverage for your period. There is nothing to be embarrassed about.

Should I be embarrassed about wearing period pa...

Definitely not! There is no shame in wearing period panties. Wear what makes you feel best and what gives you the best coverage for your period. There is nothing to be embarrassed about.

An Inner Cycle Member Interview: What is the experience of having ADHD and getting a period?

An Inner Cycle Member Interview: What is the ex...

Brain fog, taboo, self-esteem: How this menstruator sees similarities between ADHD and her period Jenna Curia is a member ofĀ August’s Inner Cycle community. She has a period, and also navigates...

An Inner Cycle Member Interview: What is the ex...

Brain fog, taboo, self-esteem: How this menstruator sees similarities between ADHD and her period Jenna Curia is a member ofĀ August’s Inner Cycle community. She has a period, and also navigates...