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Guidebook: Period

What to do about menstrual pain? What are the reasons for spotting? My period is overdue, what does that mean? We answer these and many other questions in our guide articles on the subject of periods. In addition to helpful information, you will also find some technical terms explained in more detail and useful tips for the next menstrual cramps. 

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The Hymen – What Is It Actually? And What's Really True?

The Hymen – What Is It Actually? And What's Really True?

What is the hymen really? Clearly explained: what the hymen is and which myths persist – with period tips for teens.
Sex Without a Condom – Conscious, Close and Honest

Sex Without a Condom – Conscious, Close and Honest

Sex without a condom: when it's possible, what the risks are and how contraception works – honest knowledge that gives you confidence.
Goodbye PMS Symptoms: What Helps Right Away & Long Term

Goodbye PMS Symptoms: What Helps Right Away & Long Term

What helps with PMS? Learn how warmth, magnesium & home remedies ease symptoms – and when medical support makes sense. Find your way.
How Your Body Changes During Puberty

How Your Body Changes During Puberty

Breast growth, mood swings, first period? Learn which inner & outer signs are typical of puberty – and how to feel confident.
Your Period: An Exciting Time – What You Should Know When It Starts

Your Period: An Exciting Time – What You Should Know When It Starts

Learn which signs are typical, how to prepare and which period products suit you well at the beginning.
Menstrual Swimwear That Keeps Up With You

Menstrual Swimwear That Keeps Up With You

Swim securely despite your period – with stylish menstrual swimwear by SELENACARE! Whether beach, pool or lake: enjoy carefree swimming with period swimsuit, bikini or swim shorts.
Are Tampons Toxic? What You Should Know

Are Tampons Toxic? What You Should Know

Are tampons toxic? A study found traces of metals in tampons. Find out whether that's a concern and which alternatives exist.
Sex During Your Period: How to Feel Sexy and Confident

Sex During Your Period: How to Feel Sexy and Confident

Learn how to overcome insecurities, feel sexy and enjoy intimacy during your period. Discover now.
Free Bleeding Experience: An Alternative to Traditional Menstrual Hygiene

Free Bleeding Experience: An Alternative to Traditional Menstrual Hygiene

Free bleeding is a conscious decision to go without menstrual products. Learn more about sustainable alternatives.
Puberty: what happens to my body?

Puberty: what happens to my body?

We show you the changes your body goes through during puberty – both physically and emotionally.
Missing period - what are the reasons for this?

Missing period - what are the reasons for this?

Missing period – what's behind it? Learn more about the reasons why your period might not come and what steps you can take.
Self-care during your period - do yourself a favor

Self-care during your period - do yourself a favor

Learn how to support your health during your period. Includes self-care tips and ways to ease your symptoms!
Sport during the period - Train according to the cycle phases

Sport during the period - Train according to the cycle phases

Your menstrual cycle can have a significant impact on your athletic performance. Find out what to look out for here.
Period and impure skin - what helps against pimples?

Period and impure skin - what helps against pimples?

What helps against pimples during your period? Read our 12 tips and tricks for blemished skin and find out how to prevent breakouts.
What is TSS? Toxic Shock Syndrome explained

What is TSS? Toxic Shock Syndrome explained

What is tampon disease? Learn more about Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), its symptoms and what you can do to protect yourself.
Swimming during your period - no problem with the menstrual cup

Swimming during your period - no problem with the menstrual cup

Swimming during your period: everything about the benefits, what to look out for and why the menstrual cup is such a good choice.
4 Period Facts No One Has Told You Before

4 Period Facts No One Has Told You Before

The menstrual cycle is one of the most important processes in our body. It tells us about our health and makes new life possible.
First period - fact check

First period - fact check

No one can predict the exact day your first period will start. What happens to your body is completely normal.
Difference between amenorrhoea and hypermenorrhoea - what do these medical terms mean?

Difference between amenorrhoea and hypermenorrhoea - what do these medical terms mean?

Amenorrhoea & hypermenorrhoea are often caused by hormonal fluctuations. Find out all about the symptoms and causes here.
Spotting: everything you need to know

Spotting: everything you need to know

We explain everything you need to know about spotting - from spotting during pregnancy to spotting before your period.
What helps against period pain? Tips for women with menstrual cramps

What helps against period pain? Tips for women with menstrual cramps

With just a few simple home remedies, you can boost your wellbeing and tackle unpleasant companions such as cramps during your period.
Sustainable hygiene products for the period

Sustainable hygiene products for the period

Sustainable period products don't just cut down on waste – they save you money in the long run. We explain everything in this article!
Sustainable period products: 4 tips for making the switch

Sustainable period products: 4 tips for making the switch

Every beginning is hard – so we've gathered tips for switching to menstrual cups, period underwear and washable pads.
What does the colour of your period mean?

What does the colour of your period mean?

Why does the colour of your period change? Find out here what the colour says about your health.