Vira Reflects: How can we make the world more period-friendly?

Imagine missing school every month - not because you're sick, but because no one ever taught you that your period was normal and health. For millions of women in Thailand, and around the world, tha...

Vira Reflects : What Are Your Reproductive Goals for 2026?

Losing weight, eating healthier, less screen time… do these New Year’s resolutions sound familiar? The beginning of a new year is an invitation to reflect: What worked? What didn’t? What do I want ...

Being with Fire: Traditional Thai Healing After Childbirth (with Nari Delivery)

In Thailand, before mothers can fully step into their role, they must first enter into a period of healing, renewal, and care after childbirth, known as “Yoo Fai” / “อยู่ไฟ” which translates to “be...

What Was Your First Period Like? 10 Thai Women Reflect.

Your first period can bring about many different feelings: excitement, shame, fear, celebration, anger, stress, teary, pain, messiness, newness… and the list goes on.  We often treat one’s period a...

Hormonal Health for Everyone: 5 Key Reminders

5 Reminders About Supporting your Hormonal Health, Regardless of Your Identity

Vira Reflects: What I Wish My Younger Self Knew Before Her First Period: Words of Wisdom

Whatever your experience was with your first period - positive or negative - there are a bunch of things you wish you had known! If you could go back and share some advice for your younger self, wh...

Vaginal Wellness 101: Everyday Habits for a Healthy, Happy Vagina

There are a number of ways to take care of your vagina. Every body works differently, and only you know what is best, but we’ve gathered a few guidelines together on how to take care of your vagina...

How to Cycle Sync with Vira

Written by Mimi Thompson  What is Cycle Syncing? At Vira, we use the term “Cycle Syncing” a lot. If you’re unaware of the practice, Cycle Syncing is when you adjust your lifestyle and schedule to a...

Do I Have a Yeast Infection or Something Else?

How do you know if you have a yeast infection? If you’re experiencing vaginal discomfort of any kind, find out whether the cause is a yeast infection or something else, like an STD or urinary tract...