Imagine if women and girls could wear special underwear during their periods without the need for pads, tampons or cups. This would save money, reduce waste and alleviate the stress of feeling uncomfortable when purchasing these products, making...
Many women worry about menstruation. This includes physical, emotional and what to wear for potential leaks. Even when prepared, leaks can still occur. Removing blood stains is a hassle, isn’t it? Here are hacks for removal, plus a handy...
Being a woman comes with its unique set of challenges. Especially, it is essential to address concerns related to menstruation to promote women’s wellness. This is where femtech and feminine care products come into play, presenting innovative...
A special drama “Mr. Period and His Daughter (original title: “Seiri no Ojisan to Sono Musume”) was aired by NHK, a Japanese public broadcaster. This drama is heartwarming yet groundbreaking in terms of making menstruation open to any gender and any...
From May 15 to 17, MONA Co., Ltd. made its debut at Beautyworld Japan Tokyo (Venue: Tokyo Big Sight). MONA is committed to the mission of “enriching lives with new choices” and aims to build a society where menstruation becomes an...
The most important thing for women’s optimal health is to find healthcare providers who sincerely hear their voices and be close to them physically and mentally, given the complexities of female reproductive health. Sadly, a survey shows that...
A recent survey showed that many women in Japan have never visited obstetrics and gynecology (ob-gyn) unless they get pregnant, even their health challenges. 44.7% of women who have never been pregnant have never visited an ob-gyn. For this reason...
How much do you know about periods? Do you feel uncomfortable when talking about periods in public? The latest survey by Nikkei BP Intelligence Group suggests that male and female managers hinder the supportive workplace for women suffering from...
Femtech supports solving women’s health issues Femtech, the term combining Female and Technology, refers to products and services that solve women’s health issues through technology. The similar word “femcare” (short for “feminine...
How would you describe a women-friendly workplace? One of the most common problems facing women is related to menstruation. Some suffer from PMS or PMDD, which causes physical and emotional discomfort before, during and after periods. The symptoms...