Real Talk: Why Menstrual Health Conversations Matter for Women in Cyprus

This week we celebrated Menstrual Hygiene Day, and yes we are going to talk a whole lot more about periods and menstrual health. Why?

Because half the reason Wiggle came to life was to open up conversations around “difficult” topics and share information, insight, and experiences. So, when it comes to the menstrual health and hygiene of women all over Cyprus, we feel very strongly about not only providing you options to manage your monthly cycle, but information and ideas to help make you feel good in your skin (even if it's bloated, crampy, and craving five different desserts).

So, why are we still whispering about menstruation in 2025—especially here in Cyprus?

Culturally, periods are still a bit hush-hush. Like the tampon aisle is some secret corridor of shame you sneak into, sunglasses on, praying you don’t bump into someone you know. It's wild, considering that half the population bleeds every month. Saying “I’m on my period” shouldn’t feel like announcing a national emergency. It should feel as normal as saying, “I’m thirsty” or “I forgot my keys again.”

So… what is menstrual health?

Great question. It’s the full package—your cycle, your flow, your cramps, your hormones, your hygiene, your mental health during that week, and everything in between. It's understanding what's normal for you, when to check in with your doctor, and how to support your body through all its monthly moods. And yes, that includes giving your vulva some love (gentle cleansers and intimate cosmetics, please). So lucky for you then that Wiggle, being a sexual wellness shop in Cyprus, takes female health seriously and is always looking for products to make managing periods or monthly symptoms easier. 

Good menstrual hygiene looks like using products that work for you— whether you’re a pad person, love a menstrual cup, or living that organic tampon life, the key is comfort, cleanliness, and confidence. Integrating intimate care as part of your daily routine to honour your body is as simple as packing some intimate wipes to take down to the beach, choosing a menstrual cup that feels comfortable for you, finding intimate cosmetics that feel good to use or evening using a proper cleaning spray for your toys.

At Wiggle, we’ve got your back (and your front) with wellness goodies to make your cycle smoother. So next time you’re tempted to whisper “I’m on my period,” try saying it loud and proud instead. Because periods are powerful. Messy, yes. Annoying, often. But they’re also natural, essential, and worth talking about.