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Summer is just around the corner: Thedays are getting hotter and the nights are getting longer. A time to unwind and really relax. But what if the stress of everyday life stops you from doing that? Work appointments, family matters, strokes of fate and pressure to perform can all put a damper on things. Stress can not only be pretty annoying, but can also damage your health and have a negative effect on your menstrual cycle. Today we want to explain to you what influence stress can have on your menstruation and what tips and tricks you can use to counteract it.

Pregnancy can really put the body into overdrive. The well-known accompanying symptoms that many a pregnant person has to endure will probably tell you something: from morning sickness to the craziest cravings, everything seems to be there. But how about we talk today about a pregnancy symptom that is otherwise so often kept secret? It is pregnancy incontinence, which is also an important concern for us. Because did you know that our briefs are not only suitable for periods, but also for (pregnancy) incontinence? We think that this topic should no longer be associated with shame, as it is ultimately part of the normal symptoms of pregnancy can. In our blog post we explain to you why pregnancy incontinence occurs and what you can do about it.

At Taynie we believe that Mother's Day should be a day when you do something good for yourself and give yourself a gift. So how about a gift in the form of self-love? Maybe you've already heard about the term self-love in the form of articles, or even sayings and quotes like “Loving yourself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” (Oscar Wilde) stumbled. But what does that actually mean and how can you strengthen your self-love? We'll explain this to you in our blog post.

Breastfeeding is a wonderful thing: the baby is well cared for, the bond between mother and child is strengthened and the breaks that breastfeeding requires are beneficial for both. Until breastfeeding mothers and infants get used to it, milk let-down can be a little uncomfortable in the first few weeks. Latching takes some practice and sore nipples can make breastfeeding difficult and painful at first. However, most breastfeeding “problems” resolve over time. However, sore nipples should be treated. We have tips on how you can prevent and mitigate these.

On the occasion of World Ovarian Cancerdays s, which takes place on May 7th, 2023, we would like to inform you today about the second most common cancer of the female reproductive organs. World Ovarian Cancer Day was initiated to inform people about this very unknown cancer. We also think it is important that it receives more attention. With our blog post, we want to make a corresponding contribution to educating people about this topic - from the symptoms to the diagnosis and the prognosis of ovarian cancer.

It's that time of year again - your shower gel is empty and you're at the drugstore. A crowded shelf with various colorful bottles smiles at you. You get a limitless selection of different scents; From chocolate cake to fruit cake to sporty-fresh, everything is there! That sounds tempting at first. But does your vagina or penis really have to smell like cinnamon, mint or watermelon? Today we'll explain to you why you should only use water instead of scented soaps when it comes to sustainable intimate care.

You've probably experienced this before: you unsuspectingly go to the toilet and realize that you've bled. You've probably asked yourself how that could be - after all, you shouldn't be getting your period yet. In this case, however, it is not your menstruation, but rather so-called spotting. However, this is nothing unusual; Many women face this and for now there is no need to worry! The causes of spotting can be very different. In this blog post we will explain to you what reasons there are for breakthrough bleeding and how you can best deal with this 'surprise'.

Today, incontinence is no longer a reason to retreat into a shell and avoid going outside. We'll give you useful tips that will help you relieve your bladder weakness and take back your everyday life.

Have you ever heard of the disease endometriosis? Although endometriosis is the second most common gynecological disease, it still leaves many people with a big question mark in their minds. Around 8 to 15 percent of all menstruating people are affected by the disease. In Germany alone there are at least 2 million people affected and yet there is a great deal of ignorance about it. We at Taynie think it's important that endometriosis is no longer a taboo topic and that there is more education about it, because 1 in 10 menstruating people is affected by it!

It's that time again: your period has begun and a cramp-like pain is spreading in your abdomen, which often radiates to your back. Unfortunately, this symptom that accompanies menstruation is not uncommon. Because did you know that three out of four menstruating people have symptoms during their period? The most common side effect during menstruation is abdominal pain. Some experience it as a mild side effect, while others feel severe pain restricts their everyday life. However, abdominal pain is not something you simply have to endure. In addition to rest and warmth, a gentle massage can relieve pain and provide more relaxation. We'll show you how.

Have you ever noticed that you feel pain during your cycle around ovulation? In this case it is probably the so-called middle or ovulation pain. Because when the egg leaves the fallopian tube and travels to the uterus, this can be noticeable as a pulling sensation in the lower abdomen. We would like to shed some light on this phenomenon in our blog post. So let's talk about the causes, symptoms and options for pain relief!

And it starts again: itching, burning or a general uncomfortable feeling in the intimate area. These are all symptoms that can indicate a disturbed vaginal flora. Maybe you'll reach for shower gel several times a day in the hope of counteracting the symptoms. However, this is the wrong approach, because excessive intimate hygiene can also cause your vaginal flora to become out of control. But what does it actually mean when the vaginal flora gets out of balance and what can you do to prevent it? In this blog post we will explain it to you.