In the 1960s, Chalmers tried again, partnering with a bigger menstrual products company to produce the cup. But women found it too rigid and embarrassing to insert, so it was not a success.

This article was originally published on The Conversation and written by Dr Julie Hennegan , Burnet senior research fellow ...

Ever wondered how women survived without super-absorbent period pants and discreet tampons? The history of period products is weird, long, infinitely interesting – and not widely known.

She said Share the Dignity was preparing to launch a campaign to supply young women and girls with cups and period underwear. "Those girls will always have access to menstrual products because ...