A small group of year 8 students from Frome first heard about period poverty and the environmental and health cost of menstrual products, something clicked. Inspired by talks from Green and Healthy Frome’s Plastic-Free Periods … Read more...
We often get asked, “Why should I switch to plastic-free period products?” That’s why we’ve made a fun short film to explain the benefits of our project to you! Join us on this journey to … Read more...
Are you tired of contributing to plastic waste every month with your period products, or are you caring for someone who menstruates and seeking more eco-friendly alternatives? You’re in luck! The demand for sustainable period … Read more...
Join Us at plastic Free. Period events on the 24th & 25th September
Did you know that your tampons contain endocrine-disrupting phthalates and are likely to be contaminated with nanoplastics and harmful chemicals such as PFAS, arsenic and lead? The skin in and around the vagina absorbs chemicals … Read more...
On Sunday 9th June, Frome Families for the Future and the Friends of River Frome put on the most extraordinarily good River Festival, curated to celebrate, protect and connect our community to the River Frome, … Read more...
One of the barriers to using plastic-free products such as period pants is the initial cost. Period poverty, period anxiety and the taboo nature of talking about periods can lead to many social disadvantages and … Read more...
Green and Healthy Frome are raising £4,500 to give plastic-free period packs to all students who need them in years 8 and 9 in Frome. One of the barriers to using plastic-free products such as period … Read more...