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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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An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

This story comes from Heather George, from our very own Inner Cycle Read about her experience dealing with postpartum depression and mental health, and how they sought help and got support...

An Experience Dealing with Postpartum Depression

This story comes from Heather George, from our very own Inner Cycle Read about her experience dealing with postpartum depression and mental health, and how they sought help and got support...

How can we make menstrual education more informative and inclusive?

How can we make menstrual education more inform...

Get rid of the taboo & stigma! Use the actual names and words for body parts & products instead of nicknames! Sex Ed is such an important subject to study not just in school but in general. There a...

How can we make menstrual education more inform...

Get rid of the taboo & stigma! Use the actual names and words for body parts & products instead of nicknames! Sex Ed is such an important subject to study not just in school but in general. There a...

What are the links between iron deficiency and periods?

What are the links between iron deficiency and ...

Iron deficiency, also known as iron deficiency anaemia and menstruation have a two-way link. People who get heavy periods are said to have a higher risk of getting iron deficiency. At the same time...

What are the links between iron deficiency and ...

Iron deficiency, also known as iron deficiency anaemia and menstruation have a two-way link. People who get heavy periods are said to have a higher risk of getting iron deficiency. At the same time...

Do you offer light pads? (not liners, but the size in between liners and your regular/day pads)

Do you offer light pads? (not liners, but the s...

At the moment, we do only offer those three sizes, but we're hoping to expand our absorbency offerings in the future! I'm sorry that there isn't more that we can do at the moment, but I hope this a...

Do you offer light pads? (not liners, but the s...

At the moment, we do only offer those three sizes, but we're hoping to expand our absorbency offerings in the future! I'm sorry that there isn't more that we can do at the moment, but I hope this a...

Is there any way to prevent period pain before the cramping begins?

Is there any way to prevent period pain before ...

Keep your body hydrated with water and avoid products that contain a lot of alcohol, salt. Some other useful methods are taking acetaminophin, exercising, and applying heat.

Is there any way to prevent period pain before ...

Keep your body hydrated with water and avoid products that contain a lot of alcohol, salt. Some other useful methods are taking acetaminophin, exercising, and applying heat.

Why does it feel like my pelvic area is being tugged while on my period?

Why does it feel like my pelvic area is being t...

There are a number of reasons why you could be experiencing this sensation of your pelvic being tugged at. Please visit a doctor if you are at all concerned. One reason is: endometriosis, which oft...

Why does it feel like my pelvic area is being t...

There are a number of reasons why you could be experiencing this sensation of your pelvic being tugged at. Please visit a doctor if you are at all concerned. One reason is: endometriosis, which oft...

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Health Doctor Dr. Saru Bala

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Healt...

Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) is a Period Powerhouse. Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) has been on the August Medical Board since the beginning, helping us to answer questions on the Ask...

Key Period Advice From a Women's Hormonal Healt...

Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) is a Period Powerhouse. Dr. Saru Bala (she/her) has been on the August Medical Board since the beginning, helping us to answer questions on the Ask...

#OnMyPeriod as an NCAA Student Athlete

#OnMyPeriod as an NCAA Student Athlete

Kyndal McKnight (she/her) Kyndal wanted to share her story as an NCAA track & field student athlete, who also gets a period once a month! A true period powerhouse. Introduce...

#OnMyPeriod as an NCAA Student Athlete

Kyndal McKnight (she/her) Kyndal wanted to share her story as an NCAA track & field student athlete, who also gets a period once a month! A true period powerhouse. Introduce...