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How do periods affect weight?
Iceni Warrior Interview: Alex Murphy
Win a pair of Iceni Silver period knickers and Be You Period goodies
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...
Which style of period knicker should I wear for my sport?
In a recent survey led by Dr Georgie Bruinvels, co-creator of the fitness app FitrWoman, 39 in 50 women found exercise eased the symptoms linked to the menstrual cycle, the most common being stomach cramps, breast pain and mood changes. However, the use of sanitary products and activewear can add a lot of extra stress when exercising during your period. This is why we have developed multiple styles of period wear specifically cut for sport to support and help you feel safe whilst staying active. From yoga to netball, we have put together a guide to help you find the...
Top 10 tips for managing heavy periods
Periods are a huge part of every woman's life. The average woman has an average total of 400 periods in their lifetime, with the first period often between ages 11 and 14. Periods can be regular, irregular, mild or heavy; they can differ with each individual. According to WomensHealth.Gov, painful, irregular, or heavy periods affect up to 14 per cent of females. Moreover, heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common condition affecting 20–30% of women of reproductive age. With heavy and extensive bleeding often lasting for more than seven days, we have put together 10 top tips to help you...