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4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending Period Poverty
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4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending...

Everything you need to know about our 4th Annual Redistribution Pledge towards ending period poverty.
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August’s Reaction to the Recent Study About Metals Found in Tampons
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August’s Reaction to the Recent...

TLDR: August tampons are safe to use; no metals are added to our products. This is our reaction + response...
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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?
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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
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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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What is Menorrhagia?

What is Menorrhagia?

Menorrhagia is the medical term for a very heavy menstrual flow. People with menorrhagia typically produce more than twice the amount of people with average flows (2-3 tablespoons)

What is Menorrhagia?

Menorrhagia is the medical term for a very heavy menstrual flow. People with menorrhagia typically produce more than twice the amount of people with average flows (2-3 tablespoons)

Can my period cause my migraines?

Can my period cause my migraines?

Researchers are not exactly sure what causes migraines but some reasons might be: stress, anxiety, and bright or flashing lights. The hormones that control the menstrual cycle may affect headache-r...

Can my period cause my migraines?

Researchers are not exactly sure what causes migraines but some reasons might be: stress, anxiety, and bright or flashing lights. The hormones that control the menstrual cycle may affect headache-r...

Does the moon really impact menstrual cycles?

Does the moon really impact menstrual cycles?

There is no scientifically backed link between the lunar phases and the menstrual cycle.

Does the moon really impact menstrual cycles?

There is no scientifically backed link between the lunar phases and the menstrual cycle.

How can I get rid of menstrual back pain?

How can I get rid of menstrual back pain?

Keeping your back relaxed and aligned properly can relieve the muscle strains on certain parts of your back. Also, taking pain medication like Motrin and Midol can help alleviate temporary pain. So...

How can I get rid of menstrual back pain?

Keeping your back relaxed and aligned properly can relieve the muscle strains on certain parts of your back. Also, taking pain medication like Motrin and Midol can help alleviate temporary pain. So...

Can catching COVID-19 have any effect on my menstrual cycle?

Can catching COVID-19 have any effect on my men...

Overall, COVID-19 is too recent of an outbreak to have any definite answers about how the virus affects menstruation. The conclusions reported by scientists and medical professionals mostly talk ab...

Can catching COVID-19 have any effect on my men...

Overall, COVID-19 is too recent of an outbreak to have any definite answers about how the virus affects menstruation. The conclusions reported by scientists and medical professionals mostly talk ab...

How does your temperature change during your 30 days?

How does your temperature change during your 30...

Body temperature is actually super sensitive to hormone levels. So, body temperature may be higher or lower when it is ovulating or having their menstrual period. In general, between your first pe...

How does your temperature change during your 30...

Body temperature is actually super sensitive to hormone levels. So, body temperature may be higher or lower when it is ovulating or having their menstrual period. In general, between your first pe...

Why do I have more gas when I’m on my period?

Why do I have more gas when I’m on my period?

Sometimes you may experience bloating just before your period. This is because of water building up in your body from the hormone called progesterone dropping. Tips: be kind to your body, bloating...

Why do I have more gas when I’m on my period?

Sometimes you may experience bloating just before your period. This is because of water building up in your body from the hormone called progesterone dropping. Tips: be kind to your body, bloating...

What is the anatomy of a uterus?

What is the anatomy of a uterus?

The uterus is the inner part of the sex organ. It is shaped like an upside down pair with fallopian tubes (tiny passageways for the eggs to travel) at the top corners that lead to the ovaries (oval...

What is the anatomy of a uterus?

The uterus is the inner part of the sex organ. It is shaped like an upside down pair with fallopian tubes (tiny passageways for the eggs to travel) at the top corners that lead to the ovaries (oval...

How many days is a period supposed to last?

How many days is a period supposed to last?

The average period is two to seven days long. If your period is lasting longer than normal, monitor it and check in with your doctor.

How many days is a period supposed to last?

The average period is two to seven days long. If your period is lasting longer than normal, monitor it and check in with your doctor.