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Period Stigma

Shame...

Go Away!

We conducted a study around some of the period perception that still exist and the results may surprise you.
66%
of women have heard jokes or comments suggesting their mood or behavior is due to their periods
74%
of women are more self-conscious while on their periods
73%
of women hide their tampons or pads when they go to the restroom.
Normalize Periods

It's our mission to defy negative perceptions around periods

We're starting a bigger conversation. Join us by staying informed. Visit our period stigma resource library to learn more about common misconceptions and how to overcome them!


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Resources

Learn more about period poverty and period stigma, and how you can help address these social issues.

What is Period Stigma

Period Stigma

What is Period Stigma?

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Embracing Your Period

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What is Period Poverty

Period Stigma

What is Period Poverty?

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Period Stigma

Featured Q&A: “I’m really shy about my period! What do I do?”

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