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Your 101 guide to... Tampons

From how to insert, to how to remove, to knowing when to remove - here are your most FAQ's on tampons, answered!

Low iron and periods - what you need to know

Iron deficiency anemia is a common cause of tiredness and fatigue that can also be triggered by blood loss associated with periods. Gynaecologist Dr. Pav tells us more...

WHAT'S NORMAL when it comes to your period?

Should a period last more than 7 days? Is there something wrong if you miss a period (or 3)? Learn more about what is and isn't considered normal.

Hypertonic pelvic floor muscles and over-training the core

Can you over-train your core? As it turns out, YES - though a hypertonic pelvic floor can also be caused by other issues and might require medical help...

SELF CARE: THE BEST EXERCISES TO DO WHILST ON YOUR PERIOD.

How many of you are saying “exercise? On my period? Are ya kiddin’ me?!” We hear you, Moxette, we hear you… but it doesn’t have to be that way!

HOW TO USE A MENSTRUAL CUP (WITH DIAGRAMS)!

If you've ever laid eyes/hands on a menstrual cup and thought "how the hell?!", then this one's for you. Practice makes perfect (and also for more conscious living).

YOUR MENSTRUAL CUP QUESTIONS, ANSWERED (updated!)

For Cup newbies, menstrual cups might seem a little daunting at first, but stress less, Moxette - this handy lil' guide will have you sorted in no time!

Top 10 intimate hygiene tips to help keep it fresh (and infection free)

Maintaining good intimate hygiene is super important and easier than you think, Moxette. Here are our top 10 tips to keep your vag healthy and happy.

Do pads and tampons expire? Is organic better? We answer your most FAQs...

How should I store them? Can I swim in a pad? We answer your most FAQs about pads and tampons including these, and more...

101 THINGS TO DO IN SELF-ISOLATION (OR IF YOU'RE BORED)

When the world gets weird and you’re forced to stay home for an extended period of time, things can get a li’l dull. Here’s a to-do list to keep you occupied...

Reasons why your menstrual cup is leaking (and how to fix it!).

Leaks are super common, particularly if you're new to using cups. Here's why your menstrual cup might be leaking - and what to do about it...

BUY A CUP, GIVE A CUP THIS MARCH

For every Moxie Cup sold on the Moxie e-store this month, we'll donate one to an Indigenous Australian woman in need. Learn more about why this is so important...

5 natural remedies to curb period pain - by Naturopath Anna Mitsios

Our periods shouldn't be a torture sentence! We asked expert Naturopath and Founder of Edible Beauty Australia, Anna Mitsios, about how to curb period pain - the natur...

What Is Spotting? A guide to all your spotting questions

In between, just before, or just after your period... during pregnancy, after sex and even sometimes when you least expect it!

How to clean your vagina/vulva (spoiler: it doesn't involve steam!)

As it turns out, your vagina is self-cleaning - huzzah! So best to just let it do it's thing. Your vulva, on the other hand (the outer bits) can be (carefully) cleaned...

MENSTRUAL CUPS - TOP TIPS FOR EASY(ER) USE

We asked Moxettes @MoxieHQ about easy(er) Menstrual Cup use - here are their tried-and-tested tips...

Sex during your period – yay or nay?

Will I like it? Will he/she/they like it? Can I still get pregnant? Is it safe? So.many.questions. We’ve all wondered at one point or another, haven’t we…?!

The best foods to eat during your period (and those best to avoid).

Being mindful of what you do and don't feed your body during your period can work wonders for PMS symptoms and period pain. Here are our tried-and-tested top tips...

Sharing the Dignity, one period party at a time.

Last week we had a period party with our pals at The Blow, Share The Dignity, Vee Underwear, a group of women and (literally) one man. Here's what went down...

How Mercury retrograde can affect your menstrual cycle.

Feeling unusually frustrated lately? PMS worse than (your) 'normal'? Having trouble communicating with people? Turns out the planets might actually be (partly) to blame.

4 reasons why chocolate is good for you.

Because, you know, we really needed an excuse...

The (not so secret) diary of a free bleeder.

Why I did it, how it went and why I probably won't do it again...

Overcoming period shame and poverty: How we can all help.

Period poverty and shame around menstruation are very real and serious problems - not only in developing countries, but in places where you'd least expect them to be. ...

FREE BLEEDING - yes or no, Moxettes?

Would you experience your period without any 'blockers' like pads or tampons? 85% of you said “no” and only 15% said “yes” – we asked “why?” Here are your verdicts!

INCREASING RELAXATION (the new stress-buster?).

We always seem to talk about how 'stressed' we are. But it dawned on me last week that it may be easier to feel 'a bit more relaxed' than 'a bit less stressed'...

8 things to do with your empty Moxie tins.

Not only do these little tinnies keep your tamps in pristine, ready-to-use condition, but they’re also super handy for a raft of other up-cycle hacks.

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK: MOXIE HYDRATING LIP MASKS.

Welcome to the fam… our NEW hydrating lip masks! Designed to naturally plump and moisturise, these masks will keep your lips feeling supple and help prevent/reduce any...

NOT OVARY-ACTING.

Ovarian cysts are more common than we think, but for many women, like Moxie Founder Mia Klitsas, she never even knew they were a 'thing' - until she unexpectedly exper...

Women with Moxie to follow on Insta.

Whether she be a leader in her field, an advocate for women’s rights or just a general all-round girl-you-wanna-be-BFFs-with, every woman’s got Moxie.

7 REASONS WHY YOUR PERIOD'S GONE AWOL.

For many of us, our menstrual cycle typically lasts around 28 days; for some it may be shorter, or longer. For others, it might be completely AWOL.

When women unite, incredible things can happen!

Last Friday, we proudly joined forces with our pals at The Blow Australia for one helluva International Women’s Day celebration… with PURPOSE!

WHAT IS PMS? A MOXETTE'S GUIDE.

When you’re bloated, have cramps and even the suggestion of a dance-off won’t lift your spirits, you’re probably in PMS hell. Here’s the low down...

FEELS GUIDE: PMS SKINCARE SECRETS.

Here’s a handy guide to what’s happening below the surface and how you can get a handle on it!

BEAUTY HACKS FOR TIME POOR (OR LAZY) MOXETTES...

... who still want to look and feel good.

Self Care: The drama of travelling with your period.

Guest blogger Jean Cheney from Traveling Honeybird shares her period drama curbing tips for when you’re on the road.

Essentials for Everyone.

Essentials for Women SA are determined to ensure no girl’s period keeps her from going to school and it’s a subject close to our hearts too.

10 ways to reduce stress in your everyday life.

There is good stress and bad stress; here are some easy peasy ways to reduce stress in your life.

UPCYCLE HACK: MOXIE DIY DEODORANT.

A super simple and sustainable DIY inspired by a marvelous Moxette! It's super easy and uses ingredients that are already lying around the house.

8 HABITS TO HELP RELIEVE STRESS AND ANXIETY.

Life seems to like throwing us curve-balls that create stress, worry and anxiety, but there are some super simple ways that can help you stay on your a-game.

THE CRAMP SOOTHERS, THE METABOLISM MOVERS AND THE NAUSEA SHAKERS.

Tea is always brewing at MoxieHQ, whatever the weather! But who knew that different types of teas can actually help battle some of our most inconvenient ailments?

6 TIPS FOR HAVING AWKWARD CONVERSATIONS WITH TEENS.

Awkward conversations with your tween or teen can be nothing short of terrifying - for the both of you! Here are our top tips to help you navigate through.

HOW TO FEEL LIKE YOU'VE GOT YOUR LIFE TOGETHER (WHEN REALLY, YOU DON'T).

There's no doubt about it, Moxette, life can throw you for six sometimes. Stop spinning your wheels and get yo' self together with these 6 simple tips.

MY FIRST PERIOD: PERIOD BASICS FOR PERIOD NEWBIES!

Here are a few ‘good to knows’ from your Ultimate Wingwoman to help you through your first period (and and all the ones after that!).

MEET THE MOXIE MAKE-UP REMOVER CLOTH.

Say ciao too cleansers and sayonara to scrubs- and wave hello to our new face hero: Moxie's own make-up remover cloth!

FEELS GUIDE: HOW THE BATH-LESS CAN SPA AT HOME.

If you’re an apartment-dweller or living that compact bathroom life, dropping a bath bomb and zoning out sometimes isn’t super realistic.

UPCYCLE HACK: DIY CANDLES.

Turn some of your purse-worthy tins into chic mini candles with this super simple upcycle DIY tutorial!

PMS SNACK HACK: THE DOUBLE-DECKER COOKIE.

Chocolate cravings are no match for this ultimate PMS snack.

PERIOD HACKS FROM YOUR ULTIMATE WINGWOMAN.

We've compiled a list of our favourite hacks to help you get through those dark days.