The Breaking Barriers Blog
Articles and personal stories on menstrual health, period poverty, and women's wellness.
What is Period Poverty?
About 50% of the world's population menstruates at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, for many people these struggles are made worse by something preventable: period poverty.
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Surviving Your Period At School: 10 Tips From a High Schooler
Being on your period at school is tough. Over time, I've figured out a few things that make it a little easier. Here are 10 tips that have actually helped me.
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Menstrual Health 101
Menstruation is something that nearly half the population experiences, but it often feels confusing and barely talked about. This article explains the essentials.
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A Letter to My Period
Dear Period, every month you show up without fail. Sometimes late, sometimes early, but always bringing mood swings, cramps, cravings, and chaos.
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Pink Tax
Have you ever noticed that products marketed toward women are often more expensive than nearly identical products for men? That's the pink tax.
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Debunking 10 Global Myths About Periods
From shark attacks in the U.S. to spoiling pickles in India, period myths exist everywhere. Let's debunk 10 of the most common ones from around the world.
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Menopause Awareness Month: An Interview With Puja Taneja
In honor of Menopause Awareness Month, we spoke with menopause and life coach Puja Taneja to better understand what menopause is and how to break the stigma.
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