The Breaking Barriers Blog
Stories and knowledge that move the conversation forward.
Articles and personal stories on menstrual health, period poverty, and wellness.
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Period equity
What is Period Poverty?
By Aanya Aggarwal
Read article Product educationPeriod Products - How To Find The Perfect Fit
By Beatrice Gilbane
Read article Student experienceAthletes vs. Periods: Who Will Win?
By Hannah Sachse
Read article Menstrual healthWhy Do Periods Hurt - The Science Behind Period Cramps
By Isabella Pop
Read article Student experienceSurviving Your Period At School: 10 Tips From a High Schooler
By Aanya Aggarwal
Read article Menstrual healthPeriods can hurt. But how much is too much?
By Tanisha Vaish
Read article Menstrual healthMenstrual Health 101
By Laya Sunkara
Read article Personal storyA Letter to My Period
By Aanya Aggarwal
Read article Period equityPink Tax
By Laya Sunkara
Read article UnderstandingDebunking 10 Global Myths About Periods
By Aanya Aggarwal
Read article WellnessMenopause Awareness Month: An Interview With Puja Taneja
By Aanya Aggarwal
Read article WellnessBefore Menopause: The Transition No One Talks About
By Adrianna Cettei
Read article Menstrual healthPeriod Cramps
By Arsema Asmelash
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