13. May 2021
Reusable, sustainable products aren’t new. The menstrual cup was developed around the same time as the cardboard applicator for tampons back in the 1930s. Obviously, the menstrual cup didn’t take off, probably due to less advertising than the disposable tampon received, as well as skeptical beliefs about the hygiene of reusable period products. Here is what you should know, the average menstruating person spends 40 years of their life menstruating (reproductive years). During those years, a...
11. May 2021
There are so many period products to choose from, and it can be hard to know which is right for you! This is a great place to learn the basics of each type of product, and we encourage you to research more to figure out the best option for you! Whether you’re new to menstruation, or have been dealing with monthly menses for years, it’s always a good idea to explore new options that may be more comfortable for you! Keep reading to learn about some different options for managing menstruation....
08. March 2021
Happy International Women’s Day from It’s a Girl Thing! We celebrate this day to reflect on the lives of women around us. Our aim as an organization is to empower women; but why do women need to be empowered? · 87,000 women are killed every year just because they are women · Of those, 50,000 are killed by their male partners or family members – and those are only the deaths we know about · 111 countries have no repercussions for husbands who rape their wife · 2.7 billion women are...
20. May 2020
Click the title to learn about how It's a Girl Thing is combating period poverty despite the pandemic.
