The Femmé Journal

What to Look for in an Intimate Wash
What to Look for in an Intimate Wash
Ever feel a bit lost in the intimate wash aisle? You're not alone. Maybe you've tried a few, but something always feels a little... off. Too much perfume, a bit... Read more...
The Hidden Voices: Chronic Pain & Conditions Women Know Little About
The Hidden Voices: Chronic Pain & Conditions Women Know Little About
You’re tired, sore, and foggy - again. You wonder if it’s hormones, stress, or just something you have to “push through.” But deep down, you know something’s not right. Some... Read more...
Biodegradable Pads: Are They Worth It?
Biodegradable Pads: Are They Worth It?
More Australians are reaching for biodegradable period care, but there’s still confusion about how they actually work, whether they’re safe and effective, and if the switch is really worth it.... Read more...
What 'Organic' Really Means in Period Care (And What to Watch For)
What 'Organic' Really Means in Period Care (And What to Watch For)
You’re standing in the period care aisle, and every box says something different."Organic cotton." "Natural feel." "Free from nasties." But what does it actually mean and who’s checking? When you’re... Read more...
A quiet revolution in the staff bathroom
A quiet revolution in the staff bathroom
You shouldn’t have to whisper ‘does anyone have a pad?’ at workYou’re already pushing through the day. Maybe you’re running a meeting, prepping a shoot, or just trying to make... Read more...
Your Priceline pad run could win you 8 years of care
Your Priceline pad run could win you 8 years of care
That little Priceline receipt might be worth $1,000 You’re popping in for magnesium, maybe a new moisturiser - and while you’re there, you stock up on pads. Maybe you’ve used... Read more...
Cycle syncing: tuning into your body’s rhythm for gentler periods
Cycle syncing: tuning into your body’s rhythm for gentler periods
Cycle syncing is simply paying attention to how your energy, mood, skin, and flow change across the month - then adjusting your food, movement, and period care to match. It’s... Read more...
PFAS in Pads and Tampons: What Australians Need to Know
PFAS in Pads and Tampons: What Australians Need to Know
You’re reaching for period care. A familiar routine.. until a quiet thought slips in: What’s actually in this? More Australians are asking that question - and for good reason. Wait,... Read more...
How to Tell If Your Pads Are Actually Organic
How to Tell If Your Pads Are Actually Organic
The label might say “organic.” That doesn’t mean it is. You’re reading the back of a pad packet, fingers crossed it’s free from irritants.. and there it is: organic cotton.... Read more...
Why You Feel So Tired Before Your Period (and What Might Actually Help)
Why You Feel So Tired Before Your Period (and What Might Actually Help)
When your energy disappears before your period You’re doing fine - then suddenly, even climbing the stairs feels like a mission. Your brain’s foggy, your limbs are heavy, and no... Read more...
The Tampon Fluff No One Talks About - And the Tech That Solves It
The Tampon Fluff No One Talks About - And the Tech That Solves It
Let’s Talk About Fluff You know that feeling when a tampon just... doesn’t feel right? Maybe it leaks early, feels a bit uncomfortable, or leaves behind something it shouldn’t? That... Read more...
Best Tampons for Heavy Periods (Without the Nasties)
Best Tampons for Heavy Periods (Without the Nasties)
Heavy periods can feel like a lot - especially when your tampon doesn’t hold up. If you’re tired of leaks, irritation, or wondering what’s actually in your period care, this... Read more...