‘Magical gift’

Still, plenty of Gen Z advocates swear by free bleeding, calling it the ultimate way to reclaim comfort and control during their period.

“I love free bleeding. I prioritize staying home when I bleed I use a towel to move and sit on all day so I don’t stain anything,” shared one netizen on Reddit.

“Free bleeding at the beach, embracing my body’s natural rhythms and connection to nature. It’s liberating to shed societal expectations and tap into my own power. Free bleeding is more than just a choice; it’s a statement of self-love and acceptance,” shares a second netizen in a Facebook post.

Meanwhile, in a viral TikTok post that was mocked by several of the 14.1 million users who viewed the clip, Ellie Stiles says she’s “free bleeding in the grass.”

Reminding her followers “that blood is not an inconvenience…it’s actually one of the most magical gifts in the world,” the user stressed that “You get to die every month and be reborn through your blood.”