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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.

You may have experienced this before: You are plagued by recurring, stabbing headaches and then you say “Drink more!”, “Oh, that will go away soon, just take an Ibu!”. However, many people are not aware that it doesn't just have to be a regular headache. The key word here can actually be "migraine" - and this is usually not so easy to combat. It often occurs in connection with the period and many menstruators know: As menstruation approaches, migraines are not far away. You can find out why menstrual migraines occur, what they feel like and what you can do about them in today's blog post.

When you think of oregano, you probably associate it directly with Italian cuisine - because refining pizza or pasta with this Mediterranean spice is simply a perfect fit! The full-bodied aroma of oregano is used not only in Italian cuisine, but also in Spain and North Africa. But did you know that oregano not only impresses with its delicious taste, but is also a medicinal herb with many important properties? We at Taynie find this quite fascinating and would like to tell you about oregano oil and its healing effects in our new blog post as well as its use in infectious diseases. After all, this essential oil is a true all-rounder that can help improve health not only internally but also externally.

A “cup” that collects menstrual blood? That sounds strange at first. Menstrual cups have been publicized in the media for some time. But honestly, did you stumble across the term and didn't really know what it was all about? After all, using this menstrual product seems a bit complicated at first. Caught with curiosity, many menstruators still dare to try it because the sustainable aspect of the tampon alternative is very tempting. In this blog post we want to give you more clarity about menstrual cups. You'll find out how to use them and then decide for yourself whether the hype is justified for you. We have also put together practical tips for you. It's worth reading the article to the end because there's a surprise waiting for you there. We can tell you this much: We have a new Taynie product for your period!

In the morning, half asleep, the first thing you often do is press the button on the coffee machine. “First of all, wake up” is the motto and for many people reaching for coffee every day is simply common practice. However, it is not just a means to an end, but also a means of enjoyment - be it at work, at home or in a café with friends. But many people are not aware that coffee and therefore caffeine can worsen certain symptoms, especially before and during their period. In today's blog post we will explain to you what influence coffee has on your period, why this is the case and in which cycle phase you should stay away from coffee.

Vaginal dryness - an unpleasant phenomenon that occurs not only during menopause, but also in younger people on thedays Unfortunately, the topic of vaginal dryness is still associated with shame in society. That is why we think it is even more important to report on it today so that those affected do not feel alone and a general awareness of this issue can be raised. That is why we have put together a new blog post for you in which we discuss the causes, symptoms and various treatment options for vaginal dryness. At the end, we will tell you why our Taynies can help you with vaginal dryness.

Menstrual cycle, cycle phases, and what was ovulation again? You may have already chewed through all of this at school, but all the terms can get a little confused. Today we want to take a closer look at ovulation, which usually occurs every month in menstruating people. While some people don't notice it at all, others feel exactly when ovulation is taking place. In today's blog post you will find out which processes are involved in ovulation, what exactly happens, how long it lasts and much more.

Do you know the feeling when your underwear suddenly feels completely wet, even though you are in the middle of your cycle and it cannot be an unannounced surprise from your period? Then it is probably vaginal discharge, also known as cervical mucus. You may have come across the term cervical mucus before. For example, when the hormone-free method of determining fertility and ovulation was discussed. This is an option for people who either want to do without the pill or have a strong desire to have children. In our new blog post, we want to take a closer look at cervical mucus and its changes during the cycle. Knowledge about the consistency and appearance of your cervical mucus can help you to determine your fertile periods.days On the other hand, you can better recognize when it is no longer healthy vaginal discharge, but could be an infection.