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What is nest spotting?

In the days following the fertilization of the egg by a sperm, one in three newly pregnant women may lose a few drops of blood . This is implantation spotting, also called implantation bleeding. It...

Eco-responsible gift ideas made in France

Every year, on birthdays and Christmas, it is tradition that we give gifts to our loved ones. But in an era of ecological awareness, some would say that the ideal gift is the one you don't buy. H...

Everything you need to know about birthday period

Birthday period is the name given to bleeding that occurs in some pregnant people at the very beginning of pregnancy, during the first trimester. Birthday rules are “rules” in name only. Generally...

How do period panties work?

Are you wearing period panties and wondering how it's possible to feel dry while you're losing blood? Or maybe you are hesitant to purchase them, but you want to understand how these period panti...

How to relieve painful periods: we talk about it!

When each of your menstrual cycles arrives, it's the same: you writhe in pain, are exhausted, insult the whole world and feel like you're no longer the same person. Menstrual pain , also called d...

The best gift ideas for pregnant women

Pregnancy is a period of profound transformation, where each day brings its share of surprises and emotions. In these unique times, every woman deserves to be pampered, supported and reminded of ...

Understanding everything about the different period flows

Menstruation is a natural phenomenon for people with a uterus. However, their operation still raises many questions. It's common to wonder about the "normality" of one's flow. From light spottin...

The best gift ideas for couples

Would you like to give a gift to share with your lover? Gift boxes for couples are a great idea! Whether to celebrate a special moment in your love life or simply to please, we let you discover o...

Rediscover sex and intimacy with our range of naughty gifts

The world of naughty gifts is vast and full of surprises for all tastes and desires. Whether celebrating a birthday, Christmas, a special occasion or simply adding a little spice to your everyday...

Why are my losses liquid?

Are you concerned about the texture of your white discharge? They are liquid like water, and you wonder if this is a normal consistency? No worries ! Many menstruating people ask themselves this ...

Everything you need to know about cervical mucus

Less known than periods and yet just as linked to the menstrual cycle, today we invite you to discover cervical mucus . The latter is part of the different non-bloody vaginal discharge or white ...

Guide: Understanding, preventing and treating an irritated vulva

The vulva , the external part of the female genitalia, is an area that is both sensitive and resilient. However, many menstruators around the world experience vulvar irritation at least once in t...

How to calculate your ovulation period?

Whether you are in the process of better understanding your body or considering pregnancy, knowing your ovulation period and tracking your ovulation is particularly interesting. But how to calcu...

Understanding everything about ovulation

Ovulation is at the heart of the menstrual cycle. Unlike periods, it is the invisible part of the menstrual cycle and yet it is entirely organized around it. It is ovulation that the cycle prepa...

Everything you need to know about white discharge

As a menstruating person, we sometimes have the unpleasant feeling that there are billions of things happening in our panties. The rules, which we necessarily think of when approaching this subje...

Help, I have my first period, what should I do?

Your body has changed over the past few months. Hair appears on your pubis and under your armpits, your breasts gradually enlarge. And maybe for the first time today, you discovered blood when goi...

Which hygienic protection to choose?

Faced with the multitude of menstrual products available on the market, choosing the one that best suits your body, your lifestyle and your beliefs can be a challenge. In addition to the quest f...

Is it normal to have thick periods and what to do?

Menstruation is a natural phenomenon that most women experience every month, but it can vary greatly from woman to woman and even from cycle to cycle. Among the different characteristics of perio...

Ovarian pain: what is it, is it serious?

In the middle of your menstrual cycle, even though your period is far away and you should be “quiet”, a pain in your lower abdomen bends you in two. It can feel like menstrual cramps, occur ever...

Understanding and managing heavy periods

Every menstrual cycle, you lose a lot of blood. You envy women who can get through their periods with two tampons: you fill them in two hours! Congratulations: you have heavy periods , or even ...

Recognizing the symptoms of ovulation

Sore breasts, tight ovaries or even an increase in your libido: are your hormones agitated even though you are only halfway through your cycle? You may be experiencing ovulation symptoms . The ...

Why does my menstrual cycle change and go wrong?

You monitor your menstrual cycle regularly. You know the length of your menstrual cycle, know the length of your period, feel your ovulation and discern the symptoms of your PMS. But for some time ...

How does evening primrose oil influence estrogen balance and menstrual cycles?

Evening primrose oil , renowned for its therapeutic properties, has long been popular with many women looking for natural solutions for hormonal imbalances. Derived from the seeds of the evening ...

How do hormones shape the rhythm of the menstrual cycle?

The menstrual cycle of menstruating people recurs every month throughout their fertile period, from puberty to menopause. The menstrual cycle is masterfully orchestrated by female hormones. Estroge...

How to wash your period panties for optimal cleanliness?

Ah, period panties! These wonderful companions who offer us comfort and serenity every month. But like all good things, they deserve special care to best support us. Are you wondering how to pampe...

How do menstrual cycles impact our mood?

Every month, many women or people with ovaries go through a hormonal dance that influences more than just their fertility. Menstrual cycles, with their complex hormonal fluctuations , play a signif...

What are the most dangerous days of menstrual cycles?

The egg released by the ovaries during the menstrual cycle has a lifespan of a few hours to 2 days. 1 to 2 days during which you are fertile. 1 to 2 days which represent the most dangerous days of ...

Which app should I choose to track my menstrual cycles?

Whether you are looking to better understand your menstrual cycles, to know the dates of your periods, to avoid pregnancy or on the contrary to conceive a baby: menstrual cycle tracking applicatio...

Why do you have long menstrual cycles and what to do?

Beliefs die hard: it has always been assumed that women's menstrual cycles are aligned with those of the moon. The perfect menstrual cycle lasted 28 days. Except that the reality is quite differen...

Allergic to sanitary napkins: why and what to do?

Sanitary napkins , also called menstrual pads, are the first protections that we are required to use as young women. Particularly easy to access (in terms of cost but also use and relationship to ...

Why do you have short menstrual cycles and what to do?

For centuries, the female menstrual cycle has been considered aligned with the lunar cycle: 28 days of cycle. However, many of us do not adhere to this ideal. While the average length of the menst...

How long does a menstrual cycle last?

There is a fairly widespread idea that women's normal menstrual cycles last the length of one lunar cycle: 28 days . But what is it really? What is the normal length of a menstrual cycle? pIs ther...

Your menstrual cycles will no longer hold any secrets for you

As a menstruating person, menstrual cycles are often reduced, for the most part, to the occurrence of periods. We know our rules, their duration, their flow, the solutions to respond to them. But w...

Basal body temperature is the thermometer of your fertility

The human body, with its complexity and subtleties, has an incredible capacity to give us clues about its internal workings. Among these indices, basal body temperature proves to be a valuable indi...

What are the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle?

Better understanding our menstrual cycle can help us be more in tune with our body and adapt our lifestyle to each moment. Knowing that we have our periods around 500 times in our lives, we thought...

Hormonal imbalance in women: causes, symptoms and solutions


Often rightly associated with premenstrual syndrome, hormonal imbalance in women is also the cause of various disorders, such as weight gain, difficulty getting pregnant and carrying a child. Link...

What to do against constipation: remedies and natural solutions

Have you ever felt blocked, uncomfortable, and unable to go to the bathroom? Chronic constipation can be a frustrating and embarrassing experience for many people. Let's explore with Charlotte VI...

Brand of menstrual panties: comparison, opinions and advice

Hello, I am Jennifer, one of the co-founders of Gapianne, in charge of finding the best nuggets for your intimacy . Today, I share with you a piece of personal experience that may resonate with y...

Amenorrhea: Understanding Absence of Periods

Who has ever felt a certain anxiety when their period is late in arriving? (raise your hand!) When you have sex with men and one month you don't have your period on the normal date, you immediately...

Perifit pump: Review on the portable electric breast pump

For some people, breastfeeding can be a real challenge, especially when you need to go away, go back to work or when your baby has difficulty suckling directly from the breast. This is where the Pe...

Dysmenorrhea: Understanding and relieving painful periods

Some of us are unlucky on this side: menstruation can be a complicated, difficult period, accompanied by a lot of pain. This would also be the first cause of school absenteeism for adolescents and...

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder: what is PMDD?

Have you ever felt an emotional roller coaster just before your period? Do you feel overwhelmed, irritable, or even hopeless? If so, you may have experienced a condition known as premenstrual dysph...

Intimate dryness during menopause: Effective natural treatments

Did you know that intimate dryness affects 1 in 5 women before menopause and 1 in 2 after menopause? And yes, you are not the only one affected by this problem! Menopause is a normal stage in a wom...

Pre-menopause and Menopause: what is the difference?

A woman's life is marked by milestones (and many milestones!) and the period leading up to menopause, called pre-menopause (or perimenopause) is one of them. Pre-menopause and menopause are natu...

The 6 main symptoms of menopause

Menopause is a natural transition period in the life of a woman and a person with a vulva. It marks the end of fertility and is accompanied by significant hormonal changes . Still taboo, there i...

Vivatech - Did you say VULVA TECH?

WHAT IF INNOVATION WAS FINALLY AT THE SERVICE OF WOMEN'S HEALTH At Gapianne, we centralize in one and the same place a whole selection of intimate care and accessories designed to accompany wom...

I tell you about my first appointment for egg freezing

As we told you in story on the @gapianne account, we are 3 out of 4 at Gapianne to follow the egg freezing procedure in France. And yes ! For very different reasons, we all wanted to preserve ou...

What to replace the intimate lubricant?

When we received you in store, we realized that the intimate lubricant still suffered from a stigmatizing reputation for women and people with vulvas. Some people may be reluctant to use it, their...

Womanizer sex toy: inevitable non-contact stimulator?

This is the question I was asked last weekend. I found myself on the dance floor of a wedding, at 2 am. When a friend comes to see me, knowing that we have just launched a boutique entirely dedi...

Female masturbation: how to masturbate for more pleasure?

In our third chapter of the Pluriel.le.s videos, it is the - vast - subject of masturbation that is addressed, always with testimonies from women of all ages and from all backgrounds. Through these...