Tampons vs Cup vs Discs: How to Pick the Right Product for You

We all have preferences about which products to use during our periods. Pads are to be the most common items in convenience stores in Thailand, and you won't be able to find many other options in t...

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...

What NOT to Use as Lube

What Not to Use as Lube… Slippery Doesn’t Mean Safe. At Vira, we’re all about helping you tune into your body, connect with pleasure, and feel empowered to make choices that support your wellness—e...

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...

The Healing Powers of Butterfly Pea Flower

Many Thais know of the Dawk An Cham (ดอกอัญชัน) or Butterfly Pea Flower – the soft purple flower that, when combined with lime, magically turns our drinks from blue to purple and pink, or dyes our ...

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...

Debunking HPV Vaccination Myths

Written by Poonyaweera (Pim) Temcharoen, UNAIDS - Bangkok, Thailand  If there was a cancer prevention vaccine, wouldn't you be interested?  Although vaccines have sparked heated debates in recent ...

Difference Between a Period and Spotting

It’s important to be able to identify the difference between a menstrual period and other types of vaginal bleeding. Spotting is any kind of light, irregular bleeding outside of the menstrual cycle. 

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...

Discover your Key Fertility Sign: Cervical Mucus

Have you seen it before? Some people tell me they’ve noticed it but didn’t take much note while others have told me they confused their cervical mucus with a yeast infection or an STI. The truth is...