Menstrual cycles

Ian Hall: Why every retailer should provide a period-friendly workplace

While some women's issues in the workplace rose to boardroom level, menstrual health has been a long overlooked aspect of workplace wellbeing.

Sarah Pasquall: How to support menstruation, pregnancy and menopause in the workplace

Discussions around menopause, menstruation and pregnancy are often fraught with feelings of discomfort or embarrassment.

FatFace paves the way for period inclusive and sustainable workplaces

FatFace has been providing period products in all its stores across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, positively impacting the lives of countless employees.

Elizabeth Sergeant: The perimenopause paradox – rethinking women’s health in business

At the age when women often reach the peak of their careers and feel most capable, perimenopause symptoms are causing a confidence crisis!

Anna Schiavetta: Menopause in the workplace – employer responsibilities and rights

Crucial considerations and potential consequences for not providing support for employees experiencing symptoms of the menopause.

Jane Bradshaw-Jones: How to empower menopausal people at work

Organisations wishing to create an inclusive workplace need to put into practice support and education that meets the needs of menopausal employees.

Kate Usher: From a ‘menopause embarrassed’ to a ‘menopause enabled’ workplace

Moving from menopause embarrassed to menopause enabled is not an overnight fix for any business - here's a helping hand to get you on the right track.

Sarah Melia: We need to speak openly about periods in the workplace

A third of women feel embarrassed to talk about their period with a manager or are concerned that their employer won’t understand.

Sally Evans: How to support employees throughout their menstrual cycles

Periods are unfortunately still a taboo topic. This can lead to some workers suffering in silence as they attempt to manage the pain throughout their work day.

Hayley Merrick: Promoting workplace awareness for endometriosis and menstrual health support

As we enter 2024, organisations should prioritise menstruation and inclusive well-being practices, recognising them as avenues to foster an exceptional culture of support.

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