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As National Period Day approaches (10th October), we want to promote the replacement of disposable products such as pads and tampons with more sustainable products like period underwear which can help make your period much more manageable as well as greatly benefit the environment. Following a nationwide survey, our new research reveals the main concerns around using period knickers. It can be daunting to make a change to your typical period routine; everyone has their dos and don’ts to suit their unique cycle. However, more than five in 10 that used disposable tampons and sanitary pads thought they were extremely uncomfortable...

As children return to school after the Summer holidays, our new research has found that 80% of young women felt they did not have easy access to sanitary products at school, and a further four in five have had to sit out of a PE lesson due to being on their period. Although the government encourages all schools and colleges to access free period products, one in four state secondary schools and colleges in England have not accessed period products from the Government scheme. Lack of sanitary products and the social stigma associated with periods can be overwhelming for girls who...

Have you noticed a few extra pounds on the scale or even just your jeans feeling a little snug during your period

Kicking off our Iceni Warrior Interview feature is Dancing on Ice 2020 champion and professional skater Alex Murphy!

Iceni Warriors are in with a chance to win a FREE pair of Iceni Silver period knickers of their choice and a bundle of Be You Period goodies! ​​Wake up, shower and slip into a fresh pair of our period knickers to keep you dry, comfy and confident throughout the day. Complete our short survey and be entered into the main prize draw and receive 10% off your next purchase. The results of this survey will teach us insights into the social stigma associated with periods, how we can improve this and further provide support and confidence to those with...