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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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When to go to the Doctor for my vaginal disharge

When to go to the Doctor for my vaginal disharge

You know your body best. Vaginal discharge will be a constant BFF in your life, and you should go in and get a doctors opinion if you notice any dramatic changes in odor, color, and consistency. Th...

When to go to the Doctor for my vaginal disharge

You know your body best. Vaginal discharge will be a constant BFF in your life, and you should go in and get a doctors opinion if you notice any dramatic changes in odor, color, and consistency. Th...

What are the basic types of hormone therapy?

What are the basic types of hormone therapy?

Hormone therapy for transitioning comes in the form of pills, patches, implants, gels, or shots. These will either be estrogen to help with feminizing hormone therapy, or testosterone to help with ...

What are the basic types of hormone therapy?

Hormone therapy for transitioning comes in the form of pills, patches, implants, gels, or shots. These will either be estrogen to help with feminizing hormone therapy, or testosterone to help with ...

How exactly does fertility decrease by taking gender-affirming hormones?

How exactly does fertility decrease by taking g...

Transgender men taking testosterone hormones can decrease the hormones in their body that support fertility. The effect of hormone therapy on fertility is potentially reversible, but the extent is ...

How exactly does fertility decrease by taking g...

Transgender men taking testosterone hormones can decrease the hormones in their body that support fertility. The effect of hormone therapy on fertility is potentially reversible, but the extent is ...

Is it true I won't be able to have kids if I take showers while on my period?

Is it true I won't be able to have kids if I ta...

No, this is not true. Hot water can help stimulate blood flow which actually can help relieve menstrual cramps and ease muscular tension. The pressure from the water may temporarily prevent the blo...

Is it true I won't be able to have kids if I ta...

No, this is not true. Hot water can help stimulate blood flow which actually can help relieve menstrual cramps and ease muscular tension. The pressure from the water may temporarily prevent the blo...

What are the complications of not bleeding enough?

What are the complications of not bleeding enough?

A light period alone is not a cause for concern. If you are experiencing other symptoms in tandem with light periods or skipping your period, it would be a good idea to go in and have a conversatio...

What are the complications of not bleeding enough?

A light period alone is not a cause for concern. If you are experiencing other symptoms in tandem with light periods or skipping your period, it would be a good idea to go in and have a conversatio...

How long is too long for a delayed period before one should take a pregnancy test?

How long is too long for a delayed period befor...

The most accurate day to test is 1 day after your expected period start date, but, you can try a test up to 4-5 days before your period is due.

How long is too long for a delayed period befor...

The most accurate day to test is 1 day after your expected period start date, but, you can try a test up to 4-5 days before your period is due.

Do you have periods while you are pregnant?

Do you have periods while you are pregnant?

Bottom line: no, it is not possible to get your period while pregnant. You may have some PMS symptoms, but you should not be shedding any blood.

Do you have periods while you are pregnant?

Bottom line: no, it is not possible to get your period while pregnant. You may have some PMS symptoms, but you should not be shedding any blood.

Does chhaupadi still exist?

Does chhaupadi still exist?

Unfortunately, yes. Despite being outlawed, the practice still persists, particularly in the rural regions of western Nepal.

Does chhaupadi still exist?

Unfortunately, yes. Despite being outlawed, the practice still persists, particularly in the rural regions of western Nepal.

Can I get pregnant on my period?

Can I get pregnant on my period?

A common fertility myth is that a person can’t get pregnant when they're on their period. There is a lower chance that you will get pregnant while on your period, BUT there is a possibility, so be ...

Can I get pregnant on my period?

A common fertility myth is that a person can’t get pregnant when they're on their period. There is a lower chance that you will get pregnant while on your period, BUT there is a possibility, so be ...