Do you know what your tampons and pads are made from? Petroleum-derived plastics are hiding in our everyday products, including period care. Here, Dr Nuthana Bhayankaram, a doctor with a keen interest in sustainability explores the hidden plastics in conventional tampons and pads and tells us why she’s championing sustainable period products. “When we think of plastics, we usually think of carrier bags, bottles, gloves and aprons. So what does this have to do with period products? Here are a few stats that I found particularly interesting when exploring the topic of period care and plastics ..read more

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Let’s talk about period plastic and the environmental impact of conventional period products. In an effort to reduce the amount of plastic waste we generate every day and live more sustainably, concerns around period plastic are on the rise. Conventional tampons and pads have been found to contain large amounts of single-use plastic. Tackling the wave of period plastic. In the UK alone, we generate over 200,000 tonnes of menstrual product waste each year, most of which is plastic. On top of this, approx 1.5-2 billion menstrual items are flushed (in error) down the toilet every year. These fac ..read more

Are you looking for sustainable period products that will reduce your carbon footprint? Look no further! In this article, we’re giving you the lowdown on the eco-friendly alternatives to traditional period products. At TOTM, sustainability is at the core of our brand, and we understand the importance of finding products that align with your values. Our goal is to provide you with practical and useful info about sustainable period options that not only benefit the environment but also prioritise your comfort and convenience. From reusable menstrual cups to organic cotton pads and tampons, we wi ..read more

Sustainable period products are changing how we manage periods for good. We understand that changing your period care and trying something new is daunting. If you’re keen to switch to sustainable period products but don’t know where to start this post is for you! Switching to sustainable period products: Where to start Before switching to sustainable period products, consider your period needs and preferences. Think about how heavy your flow is, how long you bleed and if you experience discomfort with certain products. It’s also worth considering your budget, lifestyle, and any other factors ..read more

Menstrual cups are fast becoming a popular, zero-waste way to manage periods. Over the past few years, menstrual cups have been a hot topic, even mentioned in the top-rated apocalyptic HBO series, Last of Us. But from speaking with our community, we know that switching to a cup is nerve-wracking. So, we’re here to debunk the menstrual cup myths. The menstrual cup difference. Menstrual cups are reusable and designed to reduce waste. The lifecycle of one menstrual cup can save on average 2640 tampons from landfill per person. This matters as conventional period care products can contain up to 9 ..read more

Sophie Edwards, Oh My Nosh has created a period-friendly recipe which is an ideal lunch for work or anytime this Spring. Oh My Nosh creates hormone happy recipes that can benefit the effects of female health conditions such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and focuses on foods that can nourish at certain times of the menstrual cycle. This period-friendly recipe contains ingredients that can help reduce pain, relieve PMS symptoms and aid digestion to reduce bloating. – Read more about how certain ingredients can help you throughout your cycle here. Cook along with Sophie on Instagram or find the ..read more

Spring is upon us, and as the season changes it brings new opportunities for us to reset our lifestyles. As it’s B Corp Month, we thought it’d be the perfect time to share three trailblazing B Corp businesses to help you switch up your daily routine and add to your spring clean checklist. Switch Up Your Period Care With TOTM We promise we’re not being biased ?. Your vagina is the most absorbent and sensitive part of your body so it’s important to be informed over what you’re using here. With the recent media attention on titanium dioxide and PFAs (forever chemicals) found in some tampons and ..read more

From the team at award-winning teen/tween skincare brand, Spots & Stripes Let’s face it – periods aren’t a whole lot of fun. And if being moody, bloated and crampy once a month wasn’t bad enough, most teens will also get period-related acne.   How is a period breakout – or ‘hormonal acne’ as it’s officially called – different from your day-to-day teen acne? The most obvious sign is the timing. Hormonal acne will appear in the week leading up to your period and tends to clear up as your period ends. And, while your regular breakouts might be clustered on your forehead or nose (those oi ..read more

We are super excited to announce that TOTM has become B Corp Certified. Celebrate with us by using code BCORP20 for 20% off* your next order. We exist to inspire better, more sustainable ways to manage periods and shake up the period care industry for good. Since our launch, we’ve been driving positive change and have let our core purpose lead the way. We’ve always had our sights set on becoming a B Corp Certified. and now we’re excited to have finally taken this step.  What is a B Corp & why did we want to be one?  A B Corp business is certified by B Lab™. B Lab is a n ..read more