The Bloody Truth: Debunking Myths About Period Products
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Dr. Jen is back and ready to take on one of the biggest challenges facing menstruators everywhere: choosing the right period product. With so many options out there, it's easy to get overwhelmed. But fear not; Dr. Jen is here to break it all down and help you figure out what's worth worrying about and what's not. From pads and tampons to menstrual cups and period underwear, she covers it all, debunking myths and exposing marketing ploys along the way. So grab your supplies, and let's get ready to ride the crimson wave with Dr. Jen!
What's going down:
- A detailed overview of all the period products on the market
- Alternative options like sponges and free bleeding
- The truth about chlorine and tampons
- Uncovering the clever marketing behind organic products
- The misleading info on bleach in tampon products. See TikTok here!
- Addressing the Thinx underwear drama
- Why period poverty is the real issue at hand
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Resources
Obstetricians For Reproductive Justice
References
- Organic personal care market in 2021. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/organic-personal-care-market
- The New York Times. What to Know About PFAS in Period Underwear. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/20/well/pfas-thinx-period-underwear.html
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