Rethinking Period Care This Menstrual Hygiene Day

Sanitary products are becoming a natural part of everyday office essentials, much like toilet paper, tea and coffee, they’re steadily taking up a larger share of workplace supplies.

More organisations are recognising that access to period care is as fundamental as the basics we already expect at work.

As conversations around workplace wellbeing continue to grow, period care is increasingly part of that dialogue.

Many employers are rethinking how they support menstruation in the workplace, creating environments that feel more inclusive, equitable and supportive.

This Menstrual Hygiene Day is an opportunity to reflect on what your organisation currently offers and what meaningful change could look like. It might begin with a simple conversation and over time evolve into a thoughtful, fully integrated approach to workplace period care.

The Reality of Periods in the Workplace

For many people, workplaces still aren’t equipped with accessible period care, making it easy to be caught short. In some offices, even the basics like adequate sanitary bins, are missing, creating unnecessary anxiety around disposal and raising wider hygiene concerns.

Providing essential period products, along with safe and hygienic disposal options, should be standard. In the UK, employers are legally required to offer suitable, hygienic facilities for the disposal of sanitary waste. Yet many industries continue to fall short, leaving people facing avoidable stress and discomfort.

Periods don’t pause for the working day. That’s why workplaces need to ensure they have the right facilities to support staff and create a comfortable, inclusive working environment.

What Better Period Support Looks Like

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, take a moment to consider what period support in your workplace looks like. At the very least, every organisation should ensure staff have access to hygienic, discreet disposal options in all bathrooms.

But if you want to go further, investing in accessible period care products can make a meaningful difference.

Often costing less than the office’s daily coffee use, providing sanitary towels and tampons helps create a culture where periods aren’t taboo and employees feel supported. For anyone caught short, these products offer everyday reassurance and relief.

If you’re unsure where to begin when improving your workplace period care range, we’ve put together some recommendations suitable for organisations of all sizes.

Smarter Period Care Solutions

For just a few pounds, you can stock up on Grace & Green period pads. Alongside single packs, they’re also available in bulk for busier workplaces that need a reliable, consistent supply.

If you’re unsure how to present products in a communal bathroom, Grace & Green offer display tins and even vending options to keep everything organised and accessible. Another popular choice is their Accessible Period Care Kit, which is ideal for teams who are on the move.

Grace & Green’s range is affordable and suitable for all environments. They’re also one of the most sustainable period care brands available, with products made from bamboo and free from pesticides, giving users peace of mind, comfort and a lower impact option.

For sanitary disposal, we recommend Sanni Bin. It’s a smart, low cost alternative to traditional sanitary waste services, designed to fit neatly inside any toilet cubicle.

Lightweight, easy to assemble and fully recyclable, Sanni Bin helps workplaces avoid plastic heavy options and eliminates the need for expensive disposal contracts, offering a simple, hygienic and hassle‑free solution.

Why Workplace Period Care Matters

Workplaces have come on leaps and bounds in terms of flexibility and inclusivity. Although more companies are starting to think about investing in period care, unfortunately it’s still not the norm.

But sanitary products are just as essential as toilet paper and having access to tea and coffee in the communal kitchen.

If companies are keen to improve their employee wellbeing offering and increase inclusion and equity, investing in a few period care items is a fantastic place to start.

Simple Steps Workplaces Can Take

Improving access to period care doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The best approach is to start small and build from there.

Begin by reviewing your current sanitary disposal setup and consider whether a switch to the Sanni Bin could offer a cleaner, more cost effective solution.

Next, try stocking a small selection of menstrual products in bathrooms and gather employee feedback. If it’s well received, you can easily add these items to your regular office supplies order.

This Menstrual Hygiene Day is a reminder that period care isn’t just a personal matter, but a workplace wellbeing issue. By rethinking products, facilities and everyday conversations, organisations can create environments where everyone feels supported.

Brands like Grace & Green and Sanni Bin are helping workplaces move in the right direction. Explore our full range of sanitary products to see where your organisation can make meaningful, positive change.