Episode 065: Three Small Changes Can Make A Workplace Period Positive

Half the workforce menstruates, but most workplaces still operate as if periods never happen. That silence shows up in the worst moments: a surprise bleed, no supplies, no private place to manage it, and the scramble to get through a meeting or a full shift while hoping nobody notices. We talk candidly about why this gap persists and what it costs employees and employers, especially during perimenopause when cycles can turn unpredictable and heavy.I’m joined by Diana Nelson, Advocacy Director at Days for Girls International and a leader behind the Period Positive Workplace initiative. She explains how the menstrual health conversation has evolved from a narrow focus on products and girls in school to a more holistic approach that includes wash facilities, accurate education, pain management, and the full life cycle from menstruation to menopause. We also dig into the practical reality of humanitarian and disaster relief and why “product choice” matters for dignity and real-world needs.Then we get concrete. Period Positive Workplace asks organizations to do three things: provide free menstrual products, ensure a space where people can manage their period with privacy and basic amenities, and communicate clearly that this support exists. Diana shares impact data showing how quickly these small changes open new conversations and reduce stress, plus why the ROI can be significant when you account for hidden costs like absenteeism, reduced productivity, and leaving work to buy supplies.If you want a simple, measurable way to support menstrual health at work, this conversation gives you a starting point and the language to lead. Subscribe, share this with a manager or HR partner, and leave a review so more workplaces stop treating menstrual health like a taboo and start treating it like a normal human need.Websites: https://www.https://www.periodpositiveworkplace.org/https://www.daysforgirls.orgCozy Earth: www.cozyearth.com20% OFF Discount Code: MIDOVIAMiDOViA LINKS:Website: https://www.midovia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mymidoviaLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/midoviaEmail Us: [email protected] is dedicated to changing the narrative about menopause by educating, raising awareness & supporting women in this stage of life, both at home and in the workplace. Visit midovia.com to learn more.The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images & other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.