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The past year or so I have been focusing my effort The past year or so I have been focusing my efforts more behind the scenes/offline, rather than online & it has been transformative for me. I’ll probably be using this space even less. Be sure to check them out - @veritypcos ✌🏻
It’s me x #littlemiss #meme #memes #pms #pmspr It’s me x #littlemiss #meme #memes #pms #pmsproblems #periodproblems #periodsbelike #menstrualhealth #menstruation #menstruationmatters @littlem1ssss
Somebody on TikTok asked about how I set up my per Somebody on TikTok asked about how I set up my period tracker book I have, enjoy! 🩸📕✏️ #periodtracker #periodtracking #cycle #cycletracker #menstruation #periods #periodproblems #pcos #bujo #bulletjournal #periodsbelike #education #menstrualhealth #sharemycycle #menstrualcycle
My thoughts are with those menstruating in this he My thoughts are with those menstruating in this heat, I’m right there with you! On day 2 and feeling so uncomfortable right now. #heatwave #heatwaveuk #menstruation #menstruationmatters #menstruationart #periodsbelike #periods #period #reproductivehealth #reproductiverights #womenofillustration #dailydoodle #illustration #femaleillustrators #digitalillustration #thisisfine #periodproblems #periodtalk #illustratorsoninstagram #illustrator #digitalart #creativelifehappylife #girlsmakingmagic #discoverunder5k #creativewomen #womenillustrators #whimiscalart #illustrationdaily #artoftheday #illustrated
Today’s my 30th birthday and in true fashion my Today’s my 30th birthday and in true fashion my period is late x
Is this you?! @stardust After the fall of Roe v Wa Is this you?! @stardust After the fall of Roe v Wade on Friday, many are understandably concerned about their privacy and security. There is a growing concern that law enforcement can use personal data created in period apps against people who have sought or gotten abortions illegally.⠀ ⠀ The brand have arguably made the most of this moment and increased posting on social media. They have positioned themselves as a safer choice. “Privacy first period tracking app.” sits in their bio.⠀ ⠀ Why is this alarming? Well, the majority of apps will just state whether they will comply to the extent legally required. There's no reasons for companies to comply if they don't have to. But 'privacy first' Stardust says they will.⠀ ⠀ TechCrunch also found that phone numbers are periodically shared with third parties also. Given all this, who’s to say they wouldn’t hand over *everything* including info that matches personal info to app data? Dodgy AF. ⠀ ⠀ #Stardust #StardustApp #Period #PeriodProblems #Menstruation #CycleAwareness #HeavyPeriod #PeriodPositive #CreativeLadyDirectory #Inclusive #Inclusivity #GenderNeutral #GirlsMakingMagic #ProgressNotPerfection #WomensHealth #FemaleHealth #ReproductiveHealth #SexEd #NonBinary #Trans #SexEducation #PeopleWithPeriods #MenstrualHealth #Healthcare #PeriodTracking #PeriodApp #App #Tech
Made some videos for the good folks over at @itsyo Made some videos for the good folks over at @itsyoppie a while ago. My period has arrived today & admits the chaos of moving, I’m deffo in need of a chilled night on the sofa. #selfcare #period #periodproblems #skincare #selfcarefirst #reel #reelsinstagram #wellness #menstruation #pms
No new #MenstrualHygieneDay content from me this y No new #MenstrualHygieneDay content from me this year because 1) I’m in the middle of moving, 2) I advocate for this all year round! & 3) I’M TIRED Y’ALL. I’m tired of fighting with doctors to be taken seriously, I’m tired of ignorant views making stories, I’m tired by how slow change seems sometimes. I have taken quite a step back in terms of online advocacy and using my page as some of you may have noticed. I’m focusing on things away from social media right now. Take some time out of your day to look at @healthnothygiene 🩸 Reminder you can buy my book RED MOON GANG: AN INCLUSIVE GUIDE TO PERIODS and you can find lots of info on www.redmoongang.com #RedMoonGang #HealthNotHygiene #MenstrualHealthDay
Have you ever wondered how inclusive period apps a Have you ever wondered how inclusive period apps are? 📲⠀ ⠀ I spent a month & a bit trialling the first 10 period apps I could find on the App Store, so you don’t have to.⠀ ⠀ Here’s what I used to measure: ⠀ 🩸The ways periods are discussed⠀ 🩸Gendered language / pronoun use ⠀ 🩸Options that can be tracked⠀ 🩸Colour scheme / general theme ⠀ 🩸Usability⠀ ⠀ At the end of each write-up I give the app a score out of 5 for usability, options, language and inclusivity. I also ask the question “does this contribute to period stigma?” (You’d be surprised at how many do!) before giving my final thoughts. ⠀ ⠀ Clue is the gold standard in my opinion and I used this as a comparison tool. One app that really stood out to me was Stardust. ⠀ ⠀ Keep scrolling for an overview and read the full write-up on the blog! Will link in stories/bio, would love to hear thoughts 💬⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ #RedMoonGang #Period #PeriodProblems #Menstruation #CycleAwareness #HeavyPeriod #PeriodPositive #CreativeLadyDirectory #Inclusive #Inclusivity #GenderNeutral #GirlsMakingMagic #ProgressNotPerfection #WomensHealth #FemaleHealth #ReproductiveHealth #SexEd #NonBinary #Trans #SexEducation #PeopleWithPeriods #MenstrualHealth #Healthcare #PeriodTracking #PeriodApp #App #Tech
Menstrual leave is a type of leave where a person Menstrual leave is a type of leave where a person has the option to take paid (or in most cases unpaid) leave from their employment if they are unable to work because of their period. Think of it like sick leave but for periods.⠀ ⠀ It’s in the news because the Spanish government are currently debating it. If passed, they will be the first European government to implement this even though its origins can be traced back to the Soviet Union!⠀ ⠀ Whenever a news story like this pops up, it inspires debate. Here’s some pros & cons.⠀ ⠀ fwiw, I think menstrual leave is a bit of a bandaid solution to the larger issue of lack of research/funding into severe menstrual pain & conditions. I think it could be a good thing but I don’t think the infrastructure or societal view is there right now. We are not free of period stigma and concerns of discrimination are valid. This won’t be implemented fairly in its current state. ⠀ ⠀ 🩸What are your thoughts?⠀
Day 1 of your period be like 🩸🥲 #periods #pe Day 1 of your period be like 🩸🥲 #periods #periodsbelike #menstruation #menstruationmatters #humour #uk #reels #lol #menstrual #menstrualcycle
Day 1 essentials 🩸#periodsbelike #menstruation Day 1 essentials 🩸#periodsbelike #menstruation
The response to my 5 years of cycle tracking video The response to my 5 years of cycle tracking video inspired me to write something ✍🏻📄💻⠀ ⠀ Swipe ➡️ for the short vers⠀ 🔗 in stories/bio for full blog post ⠀ ⠀ #PeriodPositive #PeriodApp #Periods #PeriodsBeLike #Menstruation #CycleTracking #MenstrualCycle #MenstrualCycleAwareness #Blog #Blogger #LinkInBio #BankHoliday #BankHolidayWeekend #Health #Healthcare #SelfCare
Last night I came across a tweet from a fellow aut Last night I came across a tweet from a fellow author who spoke about how when they first started writing about reproductive health they were hopeful it would make a difference and now feel disillusioned with the fact not much has changed despite many voices coming together to collective fight against injustice, barriers etc. ⠀ ⠀ It highlighted a lot of what I’ve been feeling over the past 6 months or so. ⠀ ⠀ I can’t really pinpoint where it all started but I can tell you that the 1 year anniversary of my book did bring a bunch of stuff that had been bubbling away to the surface.⠀ ⠀ I have spoken about menstruation openly online since my blogging days back in 2015. I started working on my book in 2017 and I felt really hopeful it could make a change. I was really passionate and excited about changing the way people view & talk about periods. ⠀ ⠀ Although it was the right thing to do, pushing the publication date was quite a blow. I had spent 3 years on what felt like my life’s work. Everything had been leading up to this point.⠀ ⠀ Some other similar titles came out around the time of mine from authors with bigger platforms, one of which is one of the loudest TERFs on this platform. And at a time where it feels like the bigots have the loudest voices and platforms, it felt like my book didn’t have as big of an impact as I hoped it would. I don’t know what I was expecting, but I can’t lie I did (and still do sometimes) feel a bit disappointed. ⠀ ⠀ Focusing on building my platforms has led to some unhealthy habits like comparison, conflating self worth & beating myself up. ⠀ ⠀ A combination of struggling through a pandemic, dealing with ongoing physical health issues, and my 30th fast approaching has pushed me to completely re-evaluate my entire life.⠀ ⠀ I used to be terrified of turning 30, but now I’m focusing on trying to create a life I actually enjoy. I’m tired of feeling so bad all the time. I’m not saying I’m going to say goodbye forever, but I am definitely changing the way I use online spaces. I’m working on a lot more stuff offline these days and feeling a lot better about things ☺️⠀ ⠀ If you’ve made it this far, thanks for reading my ramblings.
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