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Does August have a referral program? How does it work?

Does August have a referral program? How does i...

Yes! You can find a referral link on your account on the website. CLick on the details tab and you'll find your link on the bottom of the page. For every additional friend/family member you refer w...

Does August have a referral program? How does i...

Yes! You can find a referral link on your account on the website. CLick on the details tab and you'll find your link on the bottom of the page. For every additional friend/family member you refer w...

Why do I poop more on my period?

Why do I poop more on my period?

Is your poop looking a little funky on your period? There are three things that could be causing this: 1) hormonal changes 2) dietary changes and 3) increased stress or anxiety. The first trigger m...

Why do I poop more on my period?

Is your poop looking a little funky on your period? There are three things that could be causing this: 1) hormonal changes 2) dietary changes and 3) increased stress or anxiety. The first trigger m...

Will taking testosterone stop my period?

Will taking testosterone stop my period?

Certain levels of testosterone hormones can slowly stop your menstrual cycle. Super important: do NOT take testosterone while pregnant or attempting pregnancy. For more information, check out our ...

Will taking testosterone stop my period?

Certain levels of testosterone hormones can slowly stop your menstrual cycle. Super important: do NOT take testosterone while pregnant or attempting pregnancy. For more information, check out our ...

Is it normal that I am incredibly sensitive to breaking out when I have chocolate on my period?

Is it normal that I am incredibly sensitive to ...

High sugar and fats, as well as dairy, can increase chances of acne due to inflammatory responses. It’s probably not the chocolate causing you to break out - it’s probably the sugar or the dairy. A...

Is it normal that I am incredibly sensitive to ...

High sugar and fats, as well as dairy, can increase chances of acne due to inflammatory responses. It’s probably not the chocolate causing you to break out - it’s probably the sugar or the dairy. A...

Is it safe to take over-the-counter drugs to relieve period pains?

Is it safe to take over-the-counter drugs to re...

Yes, over-the-counter drugs are safe to relieve period pains. Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen) all can help with period pains. If you notice any irregularities after taking any pain-rel...

Is it safe to take over-the-counter drugs to re...

Yes, over-the-counter drugs are safe to relieve period pains. Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen) all can help with period pains. If you notice any irregularities after taking any pain-rel...

What can I do about the pain in my stomach?

What can I do about the pain in my stomach?

Heating pads can help do the trick for painful muscle contractions near your stomach. Also, hydrate to dominate - drinks lots of water! Eating foods that give your body nutrients will also help les...

What can I do about the pain in my stomach?

Heating pads can help do the trick for painful muscle contractions near your stomach. Also, hydrate to dominate - drinks lots of water! Eating foods that give your body nutrients will also help les...

Can trans-men menstruate?

Can trans-men menstruate?

Yes, it is possible for trans-men to menstruate. For more information, check out our Gender Inclusivity Period Talk guide, made in partnership with Schuyler Bailar!

Can trans-men menstruate?

Yes, it is possible for trans-men to menstruate. For more information, check out our Gender Inclusivity Period Talk guide, made in partnership with Schuyler Bailar!

Is it normal to have your period the first time, and then not again for many months?

Is it normal to have your period the first time...

It's common to skip periods or to have irregular periods, especially in the first 2 years after your first period.

Is it normal to have your period the first time...

It's common to skip periods or to have irregular periods, especially in the first 2 years after your first period.

Why am I spotting before my period?

Why am I spotting before my period?

Spotting is when you have light bleeding outside of your menstrual period. Some common causes of spotting are changing your form of birth control, early signs of pregnancy, hormonal fluctuations, e...

Why am I spotting before my period?

Spotting is when you have light bleeding outside of your menstrual period. Some common causes of spotting are changing your form of birth control, early signs of pregnancy, hormonal fluctuations, e...