Inside the World of Free Bleeding: A Firsthand Account

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Source: The Cut
Inside the World of Free Bleeding: A Firsthand Account
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A woman shares her experience of free bleeding, opting to forgo traditional menstrual products like tampons and pads. She started after giving birth and feeling sensitive in her pelvic area, and she disliked the feel of tampons even before having children. She uses period underwear or towels during her period, and has noticed that her bleeding has become lighter and shorter since she stopped using traditional products. She acknowledges the privilege of being able to free bleed and emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma around menstruation.

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