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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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How much blood does the average person lose while on their period?

How much blood does the average person lose whi...

An average person loses about 111mL of menstrual fluids during their period (only about 30-40mL of that is blood). Menstrual blood is made up of a bunch of different fuids from endometrial lining t...

How much blood does the average person lose whi...

An average person loses about 111mL of menstrual fluids during their period (only about 30-40mL of that is blood). Menstrual blood is made up of a bunch of different fuids from endometrial lining t...

Why do I get yeast infections after my periods?

Why do I get yeast infections after my periods?

Yeast infections are linked to hormonal imbalances...you know what else is linked to hormones...? PERIODS! Your body's natural balance is messed up which means it might cause some fungi (ew I know!...

Why do I get yeast infections after my periods?

Yeast infections are linked to hormonal imbalances...you know what else is linked to hormones...? PERIODS! Your body's natural balance is messed up which means it might cause some fungi (ew I know!...

What is a UTI?

What is a UTI?

A uninary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of your urinary tract, which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

What is a UTI?

A uninary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of your urinary tract, which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

Is there a way to reduce bloating on your period?

Is there a way to reduce bloating on your period?

To prevent bloating during your period, try avoiding foods with refined carbohydrates and high salt content. Eat lots of leafy greens, bitter greens, herbs like dandelion root, lower your salt inta...

Is there a way to reduce bloating on your period?

To prevent bloating during your period, try avoiding foods with refined carbohydrates and high salt content. Eat lots of leafy greens, bitter greens, herbs like dandelion root, lower your salt inta...

What are the implications of menstruators not being able to actualize their education because of a lack of menstrual sanitation products?

What are the implications of menstruators not b...

Basically, a lack of products means menstruators are forced to create make-shift versions of products that can have serious health side effects. This can lead to embarassment and in some cases miss...

What are the implications of menstruators not b...

Basically, a lack of products means menstruators are forced to create make-shift versions of products that can have serious health side effects. This can lead to embarassment and in some cases miss...

Why does the texture of my poop change when I’m on my period?

Why does the texture of my poop change when I’m...

There are a few reasons why the texture, consistency, regularity, or smell of your poop is changing during your periods: -Your body tends to crave foods high in fat or sugar while on your period -I...

Why does the texture of my poop change when I’m...

There are a few reasons why the texture, consistency, regularity, or smell of your poop is changing during your periods: -Your body tends to crave foods high in fat or sugar while on your period -I...

Will my period make me get a UTI?

Will my period make me get a UTI?

Having a period does not inherently give you UTIs, but using menstrual products for longer than what is recommended and not being hygienic enough can give you a UTI. Also, not allowing your vagina ...

Will my period make me get a UTI?

Having a period does not inherently give you UTIs, but using menstrual products for longer than what is recommended and not being hygienic enough can give you a UTI. Also, not allowing your vagina ...

Why are yeast infections commonly talked about when talking about periods?

Why are yeast infections commonly talked about ...

Yeast infections are linked to hormonal imbalances...you know what else is linked to hormones...? PERIODS! Your body's natural balance is messed up which means it might cause some funghi (ew I know...

Why are yeast infections commonly talked about ...

Yeast infections are linked to hormonal imbalances...you know what else is linked to hormones...? PERIODS! Your body's natural balance is messed up which means it might cause some funghi (ew I know...

Is it normal to not have an appetite on my period because it makes me feel nauseous?

Is it normal to not have an appetite on my peri...

The rise and fall of hormones throughout your cycle can have a huge effect on your appetite. This varies from person to person, but some people may find that estrogen acts as an appetite suppressan...

Is it normal to not have an appetite on my peri...

The rise and fall of hormones throughout your cycle can have a huge effect on your appetite. This varies from person to person, but some people may find that estrogen acts as an appetite suppressan...