Your monthly dose of cycle wisdom, good vibes, and feel-good facts |
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A MESSAGE FROM US
Co-founder thoughts
August was all about big life shifts—from breastfeeding journeys to the chaos of puberty and perimenopause colliding. We even took a deep dive into the history of cycle tracking.
As we head into September, we’re embracing the “back to school” reset, shining a light on PCOS, and getting ready to launch a helpful new BBT download. Pumpkin spiced lattes at the ready.
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August round up
🌱 We welcomed two new brands to the femme portfolio: Artah & KiKi Health. Find out why we love Artah here and shop KiKi health here.
⛈️ We discussed 'The Perfect Storm', with Grace from Fluxxbox. Wondering why you and your daughter are always shouting? You're going to want to read this blog.
📜 We went back through the history books and discovered the beginnings of cycle tracking. Ready for a history lesson? Click here.
What was your favourite moment from August? |
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What we're looking forward to in September...
💜 It's PCOS Awareness Month and we're ready to shout from the rooftops about this common yet often under-diagnosed (🙄!) condition.
🎒 Anyone else think September feels like a reset? It's like New Year for productivity and fresh thoughts. It's back to school vibes, new uniform, fresh notebooks and back with friends excitement. And we're here for it.
🎃 Pumpkin spiced lattes, flickering candles, chunky knits, and long-sleeved pyjamas - September is a soft invitation to slow down and settle in.
What are you most looking forward to in September? |
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A gift for you...
TO CELEBRATE OUR NEWSLETTER BEING BACK WITH A BANG WE'VE GOT A GIFT FOR YOU
To celebrate the launch of Know Your Flow: The Newsletter, we're giving away 10 FREE copies of Know Your Flow: The Journal - designed to help you track your cycle, tune into your body and feel good doing it.
Just reply to this email and let us know what your enjoyed most about our newsletter.
The first 10 replies will get a copy sent straight to their door. |
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A dose of positivity
FROM TEMPDROP TO TINY TOES: HOW KATIE UNLOCKED HER FERTILITY MYSTERY
“KATIE, YOUR CYCLES LOOK FINE, NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT.”
That’s what she kept hearing. And on paper, it made sense. Her cycles were mostly regular. Ovulation usually happened at a normal time. GP tests didn’t show anything unusual.
But Katie knew something was off. She’d started to notice the occasional late ovulation and a few irregular cycles creeping in. Plus, tracking her basal body temperature with an oral thermometer was stressful, her shift work made it nearly impossible to take a reading at the same time every morning and get accurate feedback.
When she came to see me, I suggested trying Tempdrop. It would take the pressure off her routine while still giving us accurate, consistent data to work with. Katie ordered one straight away and started tracking.
Within just one month, the mystery started to unravel. We discovered she had a short luteal phase, something that was invisible on standard GP checks and easy to miss when you only look at cycle length.
With that knowledge, she was able to get the medication she needed. Fast forward, and Katie is now holding her beautiful baby girl, all because she became her own fertility detective and we worked together to uncover what was really going on.
Sometimes, the answers aren’t in the “average” cycle data. They’re in the details you uncover when you track consistently, and with the right tools.
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The latest in women's health
Lilium: The Speculum Reimagined (Finally)
After 180 years of cold, uncomfortable exams, two Dutch engineers decided enough was enough. Enter Lilium—a soft, petal-shaped redesign of the speculum that puts comfort, dignity, and patient control at the centre of the experience.
Originally invented in 1845 through unethical experiments on enslaved women, the traditional speculum has barely evolved. Lilium is here to change that—and people are ready.
Why Lilium matters:
🌸 Petal-like wings for a gentler, even opening
✋ Optional self-insertion for more autonomy
🌍 Sustainable & reusable, unlike disposable plastics
What’s next?
✅ Clinical trials
✅ Medical-grade material testing
✅ CE certification
Lilium isn’t just a new device - it’s a long-overdue revolution in women’s health. Watch this space.
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As we transition from summer to autumn, it's the perfect time to talk about your luteal phase. It's your body’s cosy, behind-the-scenes prep time - think of it as the “nesting” phase of your cycle.
After ovulation, your hormones (especially progesterone) rise to support a potential pregnancy, which can make you feel calm, reflective, or… let’s be honest, a little moody and snack-obsessed. It’s totally normal to crave rest, carbs, or quiet time during this phase - your body’s doing a lot!
The key? Listen in, slow down, and give yourself the grace to lean into softer energy. |
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📺 Watching Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix |
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Hormone humour
Click the image to see what's been making us laugh recently.
Got something funny to share?
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Want to work with us?
WE'RE POWERED BY COLLABORATION, NOT COMPETITION.
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