Endometriosis is a chronic, progressive, and inflammatory disease, it is caused when the lining of the womb, known as endometrial tissue, is found in other areas within the body but outside of the uterus. The disease affects between 10-12% of women (and people assigned women at birth) worldwide. Some people with endometriosis experience no symptoms, but many experience symptoms that have a heavy impact on their lives - with physical, economic, and mental health symptoms being the most prominent. However, despite being a common and debilitating disease, the most frequently used diagnosis process is far from simple and effective. This blog will explore the delayed diagnosis process alongside its implications, the symptoms associated with endometriosis and how these are managed, and the substantial impact that endometriosis has upon financial burden and social equality.

Every phase of the menstrual cycle brings its own energy, strengths, and needs. We’ve brought them to life through four unique characters: Maeve, Folu, Oviya, and Luma. Each one reminds us that all feelings are valid and worth listening to. Discover who you relate to most and what your cycle might be telling you today.

I tried a menstrual cup for the first time. This is my experience. The Beppy Cup and Steamer package turned out to be a colourful, clever and comforting addition to my cycle care kit. It gave me a new level of agency in how I experience my period. It helped me notice how timing matters, how trust builds and how trying something new can open doors to connection - not just with a product, but with myself.

Is the menstrual leave policy truly fulfilling its purpose? This blog will explore how the workplace is unsuitable for women’s bodies, examine the effects of the controversial menstrual leave policy on gender equity, and offer suggestions for making the workplace more inclusive.

In this podcast episode we explore how the 24-hour societal cycle doesn't align with the reality for people with menstrual cycles, whose hormones fluctuate over an average 28-day period. This difference means a daily change in mood, energy, and productivity levels. We discuss how tracking these shifts can empower individuals to optimize their lives. With founder Marlou Cornelissen.

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games mark a milestone in gender equality, with women making up 50% of all participants, the highest percentage in history. This significant progress is a testament to the relentless determination and work of female athletes who continue to challenge stereotypes. At the same time they have to deal with periods that can have a strong impact on both training and performance.

A migraine is a headache that can cause severe pain or a pulsing sensation. It is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound.

Now that we understand what is a migraine it is going to be easier to define what is a menstrual migraine. In understandable terms, this is referred to as a migraine that is associated with menstruation.

Despite the simplicity of this definition, there is a harder task, which is understanding how and why it is produced.

Vocals and the menstrual cycle are more interconnected than you may think. The menstrual cycle can potentially have a large impact upon vocals; being particularly present and/or noticeable for professional singers, e.g. opera singers. This blog will discuss the physical and emotional implications of the menstrual cycle on vocals, as well as potential management strategies.

Although the tradition of Ramadan has been present for centuries, it is not often spoken that many Muslim women face different challenges during their menstrual cycles and how this has an impact on their lives and spirituality.

Living in a society that often doesn’t consider transgender periods can be extremely challenging. Not only can it trigger internal battles, but it can be tricky to navigate with the lack of inclusion for transgender period needs in various spaces in society.

This blog will delve into some of the experiences and struggles associated with transgender periods. It will also explore the challenges and benefits of cycle tracking for trans people.

The Untold Stories of Menstruation:

A dive into Constantina & Nicolassa's Insights within the Indigenous Community of Hueyapan, Morelos, Mexico.

Together, LunARC and Period Reality are embarking on an extraordinary journey to the moon, where art will be the catalyst for change.

Period Reality is proud partner of NASA’s LunARC: a project to establish a public art installation on the moon. Your artwork can be part of it too! Send in your artwork NOW!