Menstruation

We aim to inspire, educate, and support women, girls, and all menstruators about their periods

We offer social, emotional and informational support to everyone who menstruates; from menarche to menopause. Our mission is to create long-term, sustainable solutions to empower people about their menstrual well-being, challenge taboos and educate about reusable period products.

Keep reading to find out more.

We’ve been making a difference

Projects


Meet the ‘Transitioneers’

These Nest volunteers are being trained to e able to deliver menstrual wellbeing sessions in Exeter schools and youth groups in Autumn 2021. Menstrual education aims to break taboos and shame by discussing cycle awareness and emotional processing, building body and emotional literacy. We are so proud of them! Read more HERE.


Devon Women speak out

In 2021 we launched our survey to gather information about menstruation, pregnancy, birth and menopause experiences and how they can affect key areas of life. Read the report HERE


Our carefully curated list of sites, books, podcasts and shows to help you navigate your cycle.

Resources

Local Groups

Exeter Red Tent – monthly meeting for women interested in cycle awareness https://thenestsw.org/menstruation/exeter-red-tent/

Welcome To Full Circle – sacred space for women. ritual and ceremonies near Exeter. https://welcometofullcircle.com/

Books

Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom by Dr Christine Northrup

Energy Medicine for Women by Donna Eden

Yoni Shakti by Uma Dinsmore-Tuli

Wild Power by Alexandra Pope & Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer

Her Blood is Gold by Lara Owen

Moon Time by Lucy Pearce

Social Media

We often share information relating to positive periods on our social media platforms. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram

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