I started umi after a year of travelling. I was living out of a backpack, jumping between boats and remote islands, and falling even more in love with the ocean.
Even in paradise, my period was a nightmare. Tampons were impossible to find. Disposables took up space I didn’t have. And using single-use products in the middle of all that natural beauty just didn’t sit right.

If I’m honest, though, the frustration started long before that.
Growing up in Ireland, periods weren’t talked about. Sex ed was useless. I was too embarrassed to ask my dad to buy tampons, and my mum’s house only ever had pads. So I improvised, usually badly, and just hoped for the best.

I wanted something better. Something that worked for travel, for everyday life, and for anyone who’s ever whispered, “does anyone have a spare?”

So I created a reusable disc that fits in your pocket, works for 12 hours, and leaves nothing behind but good memories.