[140% Goal Achieved!] Seeking 500 Monitors for "Visual Support Shorts" to Aid Independence in Menstrual Care for Children with Developmental Challenges!

BirdConnects Inc. (Headquarters: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, CEO: Misako Murakami) has developed "Visual Support Shorts" as an independence support tool for girls with developmental characteristics to manage their menstrual care on their own. Applications are now open for 500 monitors of these shorts, currently under development, starting June 2026. This project was launched with significant anticipation after achieving approximately 140% of its crowdfunding goal.

[Apply to be a Monitor Here] https://forms.gle/abJUKu5nufrqqtJe8

* The actual product may differ from the image.

Purpose of Crowdfunding

The crowdfunding campaign, held from April to May, aimed to raise awareness about individuals needing support and to develop a product incorporating feedback from those who need these shorts by providing monitor items free of charge. We successfully concluded the campaign, receiving support equivalent to approximately 140% of our target amount of 600,000 yen. This generous support will be fully utilized for the manufacturing costs and shipping of the monitor items.

Background: The Barrier to "Independence" in Menstrual Care

A survey conducted in fiscal year 2025 revealed that approximately 60% of girls with developmental challenges experience difficulty in "properly placing sanitary pads" during menstrual care. Traditional shorts make it difficult to ascertain the correct placement, and the practice of learning independent menstrual care has become a significant burden not only for the individuals themselves but also for their long-term caregivers (primarily mothers).

Product Features: Visual Support Clearly Indicates the "Right Spot"

This product was born from the desire to visually solve the problem of "not knowing where to place sanitary pads," fostering a sense of "I did it myself!" in the user and reducing the burden and providing peace of mind for guardians. We aim to create an "environment" where guardians and caregivers of children with developmental challenges can joyfully celebrate their child's first menstruation.

* Images are for illustrative purposes.

▶▶▶ "See and Understand" Guide: The shorts feature a "guide" shaped like a sanitary pad, allowing users to place it in the "right spot" without hesitation.

▶▶▶ Secure Absorbent Material: The crotch area is made of a wide-coverage absorbent material. This provides peace of mind even with slight misalignment, on days with heavy flow, or during the "is it coming soon?" period before the first period, when used in conjunction with sanitary pads.

Monitor Recruitment Overview

Thanks to the warm support from our crowdfunding campaign, monitor usage will be free of charge. We are seeking feedback from actual users to further refine the product.

・Eligibility: Individuals with developmental characteristics who require assistance with menstrual care.

Those who experience difficulty in placing sanitary pads correctly.

(Applications are also accepted from family members and caregivers.)

・Sizes: Junior sizes 140, 150, 160

Women's sizes M, L, 2L, 3L

・Quantity: First 500 units (provided free of charge)

・Application Period: Starting June 2026 (ends when all sizes are allocated)

・Estimated Shipping: Mid-September 2026

・Application Requirements: Must be willing to complete a post-use questionnaire.

・How to Apply: Please apply via Instagram.

[URL] https://www.instagram.com/bird.connects?igsh=MTEyazdncGl3Z2txMw==

Future Outlook

Based on the feedback from our monitors, we plan to refine the product and begin general sales in February 2027. Through these shorts, we aim to deliver smiles of "I did it myself!" and change the daily lives of approximately 15,000 individuals needing support in Japan.

Company Profile

Company Name: BirdConnects Inc.

Location: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Representative: Misako Murakami (Founded March 2026)

Business Activities: Sales of women's underwear, support services for menstrual care independence.

[Contact Information for Inquiries]

BirdConnects Inc. Contact: Murakami, Morioka Mail: [email protected]