My First Period
How do you remember your first period? Cup Effect Lauren reminisces on the first time she got her period and how her relationship with her body has changed since.
5 Simple Switches For A More Ethical Lifestyle
Choosing to live a more ethical lifestyle can feel daunting at times when we are surrounded by ads offering improvements in every aspect of our lives. Here are five simple switches to get you started.
What Period Poverty Really Looks Like | Three Years of The Cup Effect
Three years ago today, The Cup Effect became an official charity. But our story starts many years before, with the tale of our Founder Mandu Reid’s mother, Judy, and her upbringing on the shores of Lake Malawi.
How to Look After Yourself Throughout Your Menstrual Cycle
Your menstrual cycle actually affects your body, mind and spirit all month round, not just during your period. Terri Harris talks through how we can best care for ourselves during each phase.
Why International Women’s Day Is As Important As Ever
Female success is often hard won and so the cause for pride is even greater – but whilst we can see International Women’s Day as a time to admire how far we’ve come; we also need to think about how far we have to go.
4 Reasons To Give Menstrual Cups A Try
Menstrual cups aren’t just about living a more environmentally sustainable lifestyle. They’re about empowering women through choice.
How To Be #PeriodPositive in 2019
I have one resolution for 2019. I’m going to be period positive. I’m going to champion periods all year long. Hopefully I’ll convince you to join me.
Nothing Says I Love You Like A Menstrual Cup
As Valentine’s Day approaches – is it ever a good idea to gift your partner a menstrual cup for the big day? Volunteer Katrina finds out!
A Manifesto for Menstrual Cups in the Fight Against Period Poverty
Are girls able to make the most of the resources and opportunities available to them? Once a month – that answer is all too often no. Volunteer Rose Wu explores how the simple menstrual cup could the turning point in the fight against period poverty.
Meet Bronte Huskinson a.k.a. Bookish Bronte and The Cup Effect Ambassador
We’re so excited to announce that Bronte Huskinson a.k.a. Bookish Bronte is joining The Cup Effect as one of our Ambassadors. Bronte is an Instagrammer, writer and period campaigner who we’re delighted to have on board as we gear up for what’s set to be the biggest year for The Cup Effect yet!