10 September 2025

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Diving into Period Poverty Research at The Period Purse

Diving into Period Poverty Research at The Period Purse

by Kristy Van Hoven
From August 2024 to March 2025, The Period Purse (TPP) embarked on a menstrual equity and community needs assessment research project to understand...

8 September 2025

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Get to know Sarah, our new Executive Director!

Get to know Sarah, our new Executive Director!

by Kristy Van Hoven
The Board of Directors and staff of The Period Purse (TPP) are super excited to announce that Sarah Mayes has joined the team as our new Executive ...

22 August 2025

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The 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle, Explained

The 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle, Explained

by Ann Lambert
Do you know that your period is only one of four phases in the menstrual cycle?  After menstruation comes the follicular, ovulatory, and lute...

24 July 2025

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Fun, Sun, and Periods: Tips for a Flow-Friendly Summer

Fun, Sun, and Periods: Tips for a Flow-Friendly Summer

by Ann Lambert
“I want to swim with my friends at the beach, but I don’t like tampons.”

“My kid is going to summer camp for two weeks &nd...

18 June 2025

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The Inseparability of Pride and Period Equity

The Inseparability of Pride and Period Equity

by Ann Lambert
What do pride and period equity have in common? More than you might think!  1. Social movements rooted in protest.  Both pride and mens...

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