I would also add that although there was absolutely structural and direct sexism at NASA, the period of the late 70s and early 80s was a time when there was a full on effort, often against the wishes of powerful people, to integrate women and minorities into the program. So, while it's good to call out sexism, I think we should be careful about punishing groups for taking forward steps that will inevitably look awkward in retrospect.

Put another way... it's a great story because of the funny moment with Ride and Sullivan checking the kit. But I think NASA essentially acted right here. They had to create a new kit. They involved Dr. Seddon. They, as in every bodily function, considered maximum need, then added extra. And then they asked the women for feedback. The funny part is the kind of comedy of errors that leads up to the infamous 100 tampons, but the procedure was appropriate.