Collection: Phase 1: Menstruation

What is happening in your body

Day 1 of your cycle is the first day of bleeding. Oestrogen and progesterone are at their lowest, and the uterus sheds its lining over roughly 3 to 7 days, with flow usually heaviest in the first two. Many women feel tired, crampy or more inward, while others feel relief as premenstrual tension lifts.

Everyday habits for these days

Warmth, rest, gentle movement and regular meals help. Because iron leaves the body with blood, iron rich foods such as red meat, lentils and leafy greens are worth including, with plenty of water. Change protection every few hours and choose breathable fabrics.

What fits this phase

For protection, the Gaïa brief holds about 2 to 3 regular tampons and the Anthéia hiphugger more than 7, both with an organic cotton lining; see every absorbency in period underwear. GUUD Flow is a daily multivitamin with iron, which contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. The Period Essentials Kit brings organic cotton pads, PMS Hero and HIRO electrolyte tablets together.

When to check in with a doctor

Soaking through protection every hour or two, bleeding for longer than 7 days, large clots, or pain that stops daily life all deserve a medical check. When bleeding ends, the body moves into Phase 2: Follicular.