Woman on a mission to make period products free in Scotland
Meet MSP Monica Lennon, the powerhouse woman who successfully campaigned to end period poverty in Scotland Shortly after becoming Scottish Labour MSP for Central Scotland at the age of 35 , Monica Lennon set about working on plans to rid…
The notorious V.A.G – in films, TV and pop culture
Anna Lou Walker’s latest book, ‘The Little Book of Vaginas: Everything You Need to Know’, cliterally offers you just that. This pocket-sized vagina guide delves deep into the wonders of the va-jay-jay and its functions throughout our menstruating lives, as…
Early signs of PCOS and what to look out for
What is PCOS and its symptoms? As more and more individuals are speaking up about their PCOS, this may be an acronym you are familiar with. But what exactly is PCOS ? Well, read on as our Mooncup® Advisor Cathy…
Sounding an alarm for Scottish marine wildlife
In May 2021 I set off to stand up paddleboard around Scotland: a 1200km ocean voyage. I started my trip on the river Clyde, beginning at the SEC in Glasgow – the site of this year’s COP26 international climate talks….
How to manage PMS naturally
How to Manage PMS – 10 natural methods There are lots of methods to try to help alleviate your PMS symptoms and ride out this time. We often get asked how to manage PMS more naturally. We’re all different beings,…
Plastic Free July (& onwards): our tips on how to enjoy a plastic free summer
Longer days, balmy evenings, vitamin D, sea swims… There isn’t much about summer that we don’t love. But as crowds flock to the beaches, parks, and hills to enjoy the sun, it’s no real surprise that this time of year…
A Makeup Artist’s cruelty free & sustainable beauty tips
More and more of us are aware of the small changes we can make in our daily lives to greatly reduce our environmental impact. Plastic straws, bottles and cotton buds are well-known culprits, but beauty products are also major offenders….
Top tips for an eco-friendly kitchen
The kitchen is sometimes called the heart of the home. But kitchens are also big energy gluttons, and it’s the room where we’re likely to produce most of our household waste. From shopping, to cooking and cleaning, there are lots…
What are period poos and why do we have them?
It’s not just you, we’ve all had them! Period poo may not be the number one topic for dinner parties, but as we’re no strangers to taboo smashing here at Mooncup Ltd, let’s get it out in the open. Constipation,…
Birth control options and advice – everything you need to know
Preventing pregnancy can be a confusing business, even though most of us will choose some form of birth control at some point in our lives. If you’re looking into contraceptive methods but unsure which one to choose, you’ve come to…
Why is my period late?
We’ve all been there at some time or another. Your period is due… you wait for the tell-tale ‘signs’ that it’s hit… the day goes by and… nothing. You may think little of it, but as you head to bed…
Eco-friendly cleaning tips for a greener home
Clean your house whilst saving money and the planet too with our eco-friendly cleaning tips Backyard barbecues, dinner parties or just a few drinks with friends – we’re looking forward to hosting in our homes again soon. Is your home…
Period stigma is still deep rooted in workplaces
Bloody Good Employers tackles the period taboo at work In January 2021 we at Mooncup Ltd. ran a survey on how the pandemic had changed our period experience. While most said their experience had been worse, a significant 36,2% also…
What if the Mooncup was sold as something as sexy as Chanel lipstick?
Artist Lucy McKenzie on art, feminism and why she created a 9-metre tall Mooncup painting September 2020. Gwendoline Christie, the iconic actor (and #RealMooncupUser it seems!), best known for playing Brienne of Tarth in Game of Thrones, tags @mooncupltd in…
The colour of your period: what does it mean?
Is the colour of your period ‘normal’? What your menstrual blood colour says about your health Your menstrual blood colour can often vary. Have you ever wondered why? Or what is considered normal? Well, wonder no more, our Mooncup Advisor,…
What are the different types of vaginal discharge and what do they mean?
Most of us will at some point have looked down at the discharge in their underwear and thought things like ‘why is it that colour?’, ‘why is there so much of it?’ and ‘is that normal?!’ Vaginal discharge is still…
Why we are taking part in Earth Hour 2021
Earth Hour, organised by the World Wildlife Foundation on 27th March, is one of the largest global movements for our planet. No one is a stranger to the news about global temperatures rising and biodiversity plummeting at alarming rates. Every…
Perimenopausal hot flushes – how do they feel and why do we get them?
Period powerhouse and women’s health expert Maisie Hill has gone and done it again. After the success of her debut book and bestseller, Period Power, Maisie’s latest insight into the menstrual world will be flying off the (virtual) shelves. Perimenopause…
International Women’s Day 2021: why is feminism still needed today?
This International Women’s Day 2021, we reached out to extraordinary feminists striving to challenge the structural and everyday sexism in our society. We asked them to share their thoughts on why feminism is still needed today, 110 years since the…
How to clean your menstrual cup
How to clean your menstrual cup: top tips for looking after your menstrual cup The Mooncup menstrual cup is made to last so it’s worth taking care of it properly. To help you look after your faithful cup companion, we’ve…
How has the Covid-19 pandemic changed our periods?
Since the Covid-19 outbreak and the subsequent lockdowns, restrictions, curfews and the like, our worlds have been somewhat overturned. The sudden upheaval of our known “normal” has been a source of stress and anxiety. But has the pandemic changed our…
Exercising during your period: the dos and don’ts
Is it ok to exercise during your period? The answer is yes! But don’t forget the small print: you might not always feel like it, and that’s ok too. Can you do exercise during your period? Exercising can be the…
Veganuary 2021: how to have a vegan period?
Whether you’ve decided to trial a plant-based diet for Veganuary 2021 or been plant-based for years, going vegan stretches far beyond what you put in your belly. Whatever the reasons, once you take the leap to veganism it can become…
“Tampon tax” scrapped in the UK from 1st January 2021
After years of campaigning, the VAT (value added tax) for period products is finally being abolished on 1st January 2021. The 0% tax will apply to disposable tampons and pads, but also to reusable menstrual cups such as the Mooncup®….
What is World Menstrual Hygiene Day? And what does COVID-19 mean for menstrual hygiene?
What is World Menstrual Hygiene Day? World Menstrual Hygiene Day (MHD), spearheaded by Berlin-based non-profit WASH United, is held annually on 28th May. It is an awareness day created to highlight the need for menstrual hygiene rights for everyone worldwide….
What is Menstrual Hygiene Day? And why it’s so important…
What is Menstrual Hygiene Day? Menstrual Hygiene Day, spearheaded by Berlin-based nonprofit WASH United, is held annually on 28th May. It is an awareness day created to highlight the need for menstrual hygiene rights for everyone worldwide. Through social media…
How to hack your cycle and own your period superpower
Our hormones are powerful. They can make us feel strong, moody, cranky, creative or sexy. They can make us bleed monthly. And they regulate the menstrual cycle, our untapped superpower. Every month, we have four hormonal phases that keep coming…
From Amy Winehouse’s VaJew-Jew to a horse owner offended by a menstrual cup – looking back on 18 years of the Mooncup®
No two days are the same when you work for a trailblazer like Mooncup Ltd. We sat down with Mooncup Directors, Eileen Greene and Kath Clements, to look back on 18 years of changing the “sanitary product” industry and smashing…
Eco-friendly Christmas Gifts
Shop Local and Ethical This Festive Period With These 8 Eco-Friendly Christmas Gifts This year has given many of us the chance to take a step back, re-set and re-think the way we carry out our daily lives. With that…
What do 18-year-olds really think about the world today?
It’s our birthday! Mooncup is turning 18 this year and to mark this coming of age milestone, we are turning to young people to get their take on the environment and the future. We wanted to find out what young…
How to choose the best menstrual cup for you?
The market for menstrual cups has exploded in the past few years. On paper, or more likely on Instagram, the little silicone cups look so similar. But not all cups are created equal, so we’ve put together this handy guide…
How to practice body positivity? Top tips from Ruby Rare
Ruby Rare, with her brilliant pink hair and her fabulously body positive Instagram feed, is a force of nature. And she has just gone and topped off her amazingness with the launch of her debut book, Sex Ed. Sex Ed is…
Why are we afraid of blood?
It’s that time of year again, where blood and gore saturate our screens, coat our costumes and haunt our thoughts. But while some can’t wait to celebrate, others would really rather not… How come some of us get a thrill…
Meet the teen activists fighting the war against plastic pollution
Here at Mooncup Ltd, it’s been our mission since 2002 to turn the tide on period plastic. Nothing has made us happier than seeing a new generation of eco-activists rise up and join the fight against single use plastic. They…
Did someone say free period?
Now more than ever, it’s time for schools to grab this opportunity to address the issue of youth period poverty. Eradicating period poverty doesn’t have to cost the earth either. The Mooncup® menstrual cup is available free of charge in…
Jo’s ovarian cancer story
A while ago, we were contacted by a woman thanking us for the Mooncup®️ “saving her sister Jo’s life” by helping with early detection of her ovarian cancer. Here’s Jo’s inspiring story, which she hopes will empower others with the…
What are the five gynaecological cancers and their symptoms?
There are five different types of gynae cancers that start in the reproductive system: cervical, ovarian, vaginal, vulval and womb (often called uterine or endometrial). Every day approximately 58 of us are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer in the UK….
Top tips for sustainable, eco-friendly camping
Camping is a great way to have a local planet-friendly holiday. Swapping the Costa del Sol to a local campsite will obviously dramatically reduce your carbon footprint, but there are many other easy swaps you can make to have an…
10 bathroom swaps to reduce your plastic waste
Plastic free July is a reminder for all of us that there are little steps we could be taking to cut down on plastic in our homes – especially as a lot of us are spending more time in them…
Love letter to my period
Most affairs come with some strings attached, but our relationship with period tends to come with pain, shame and occasional stain. In this guest post #RealMooncupUser, Comedian, Podcaster and The Pink Protest campaigner Grace Campbell looks back on her menstrual…
Pandemic is no excuse to give up our fight against single-use plastic
How Covid-19 has impacted the war on plastic We’re calling on the government, big businesses and each and every one of us to hold on to our commitments to reduce single-use plastic. The war against plastic pollution is far from…
Why we’re going to miss Glastonbury so much this year!
The Green Futures field, at the top, not far from the Stone Circle in Glastonbury festival….that’s where Su Hardy first set out a small pitch to share information about the impact of disposable sanitary products on our seas and waterways,…
What kind of person uses a Mooncup?!?
When we started, Mooncup® was the first silicone menstrual cup in the world, and this was a question we often heard. That was 18 years ago and oh, how things have changed! We know that there is no such thing…
More orgasms please!
An orgasm will help you sleep and keep you looking younger; it doesn’t cost money and isn’t a scarce resource. So why is it that, like the pay gap, there is an ‘orgasm gap’ between women and men? The Hotbed…
How to stay sane during Coronavirus lockdown
In the midst of another COVID-19 lockdown, we’re getting creative in finding new things to do in lockdown to maintain our sanity and fight off boredom and loneliness. We all miss our friends and at the same time are trying…
8 Self-care Tips for the Covid-19 Lockdown
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has left most of us feeling like our worlds have been somewhat overturned, clinging on to any sort of routine. We reached out to surfer, #RealMooncupUser and all-round outdoorsy inspiration, Sophie Hellyer, to get her top…
Top menstrual cup tips for a first-time Mooncup® user
Are you considering a sustainable swap to the Mooncup? Using something new can be a bit of a challenge, so we’ve put together these simple menstrual cup tips to help you on your way: • Learning to use the Mooncup®…
The “tampon tax” to be scrapped in the UK
The government has announced that the 5% rate of VAT on sanitary products in the UK – often called the “tampon tax” – will be scrapped from January 2021. The term ‘tampon tax’ can be confusing. Thankfully, this change will…
What is Endometriosis? Everything you need to know
As someone who waited 17 years for a diagnosis of endometriosis (or “endo” as sometimes referred to by fellow sufferers), I am all too familiar with this difficult and challenging condition. “It’s normal to have heavy, painful periods”. “It’s just…
No Shame. Period.
It’s not easy being a teenage feminist. You know, like a suffragette but with a smartphone. You have menstrual cups, pores, boyfriends and sneaky unfeminist thoughts to deal with. In this guest blog, the former stand-up comedian and author Kate…
