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Vulva, vagina, vagina… for our Punani there are so many terms that all mean the same thing, or? Wrong. In fact, these terms do not all have the same meaning and stand for different things. We know that many people are not aware of this and today we will explain to you what the terms that are circulating around the female intimate area are all about.

Menstruators have their periods around 500 times throughout their lives. Most people use disposable tampons and pads to catch the blood. Aside from the health risks this poses, products like these also have to be paid for out of your own pocket on a monthly basis. Menstruation not only costs us nerves, but also a lot of money. Although the VAT on these products in Germany has fallen since 2020, these “products of everyday use” are still taxed. You can find out what the so-called “tampon tax” is all about in other EU countries and what has happened in recent years in this blog post.

Cramps, headaches and a bloated stomach - these symptoms don't sound very encouraging to exercise. While some people curl up on the sofa with a cozy blanket during their period, others are still motivated to put on sportswear. But did you know that with an adapted training plan you can also do moderate exercise during your menstruation? This can not only help you with your period pain, but can also be adapted to your low energy level. We at Taynie would like to give you a few tips today so that in the future you can adapt your training not only to your period, but also to your entire monthly cycle.

A bloated stomach, cramps and diarrhea - that sounds anything but desirable! The key word here is intestinal flora. This should actually have a positive influence on your physical and mental health and plays an important role for your immune system. But there are some things that can really unbalance an intact intestinal flora. Did you know that there is also a close connection between the intestinal and vaginal flora? You can find out everything you should know about disturbed and intact intestinal flora and its influence on the vaginal flora in our new blog post.

For many menstruating menstrual cramps are not uncommon and, above all, they are one thing: extremely tiring. Especially when the pain reaches its maximum and you then have to drag yourself to work, painkillers are often the only thing that helps you get through the working day with some degree of productivity. In addition to the pain, menstruation itself is also a topic that is often ignored - especially in the work context. Unfortunately, most menstruating people in the company cannot count on period products either. You can find out why menstruation is an important topic in the workplace and what influence periods have on work in this blog post.

Have you ever heard of the so-called menstrual leave? Perhaps you have already stumbled upon this term, because not so long ago there was media attention on this topic. The reason for this? In Spain, there has been a law since 2023 that allows menstruating women to take time off when they have period pain - and even for severaldays We at Taynie find the topic very exciting. Therefore, today we would like to tell you a little about menstrual leave in Spain and other countries, as well as some pros and cons.

This situation probably sounds familiar to you: you've run out of your period products again, so you go to the drugstore, grab a few packs of tampons or pads without thinking about it, and then you're stocked up for a few weeks. How the products are manufactured and what impact they have on the environment after use is left out. Many people are not aware of the harmful substances that the products may contain. In this article we will tell you about the ecological footprint of period products and the sustainable alternatives.

You often find biocides in disinfectants or similar to kill possible germs. However, they are always in the spotlight when it comes to period products - be it in connection with period underwear, tampons or pads. Biocides that come into contact with your mucous membranes are definitely not a good idea. After all, they easily find their way into your body. We therefore say: keep your eyes open when buying period products! You can find out why this is so important and how biocides can harm you and your health in today's blog post.

Maybe this situation sounds familiar to you: you were at school and had your period. Then you realized you forgot your period products at home. So you had to ask menstruating people in your class about it, very quietly of course, so that no one else would notice that you had your period. Maybe it's been a few years since your school days, but period shame still persists today. Many people find it difficult to accept periods and see them for what they are: something natural and beautiful. The topic of self-love plays an important role here. In this blog post you will find out what self-love has to do with periods, what self-love is exactly and how you can learn it.

Time to break a taboo! The key word today is: vaginal infection. In fact, this is a topic that is often kept quiet. But why actually? Probably because many people think that a vaginal infection is necessarily related to poor personal hygiene. But did you know that on average 70 percent of all menstruating people are regularly affected by vaginal infections? So vaginal infections are not uncommon. Therefore, today we want to take a closer look at the causes, symptoms and treatment options.

“You are what you eat” - you've probably heard this saying before. You probably know that diet can have a huge impact on both physical and mental health. But have you ever busy with how your diet can change your cycle? In today's article we want to take a closer look at the extent to which diet can influence the cycle, which foods are particularly useful in which phases of your cycle and which eating habits you should avoid lets.

Every year, winter has an impact on our bodies: our skin becomes paler and tiredness often accompanies us throughout the day. But did you know that the cold season can also have an influence on your menstrual cycle and therefore on your period? Today we will explain to you how your cycle can change in winter and why that is.