How Do I Convince My Mom To Let Me Get Menstrual Cups?
Did you know that menstrual cups have been around since 1930? And the very first design patents for its similar versions, called catamenial sacks, were granted in the 1860s! Menstrual cups, in fact, are one of the oldest period products known to humans — predating the first pads by a decade and tampons by more than a half-century. However, it…
To Eradicate Period Poverty, This Startup Donates One Menstrual Cup On Every Purchase It Gets!
Did you know that almost 70 per cent of the menstruating women in India can’t afford to buy sanitary napkins? A depressing fact it is!! When Bengaluru-based Ira Guha, 29, first began researching period poverty in India, she was astonished by the fact that nearly 50% of girls and women in developing countries cannot afford a safe period solution —…
Scary Periods: These Women Share The Scariest Part Of Their Menstruation!
They say women are strong — and that they can overcome/ get through anything and everything! I wonder if that applies to me — especially during my periods!! Why so? Because as much as I aspire to overcome every hurdle and face my demons; period cramps (and my PCOS), however, kill my fantasies, eventually (pun intended)! [That’s what happens to…
#MyPeriodBuddy: Share Your Story Of Happiness!
I believe when people get out of their comfort zone, they end up writing their own stories! But what makes a story special? What’s the secret ingredient to make it out of the box or ‘one in the crowd’? While there could be a thousand answers to these, I would only choose one — people — and their emotions! And…
These Women Tell Us The Story Behind Their Favourite Period Products!
Period products, over the recent time, have got a lot of recognition and acknowledgement from not only its users but also organisations/ individuals working towards the development of menstrual hygiene and its awareness. For a menstruator, choosing a period product means a lot and their choice, undoubtedly, does make an impact on several other fellow menstruators. But the real question…
Opinion: Inclusive Menstrual Health Education In India!
Lack of education about menstruation is one of the drawbacks to achieving adequate menstrual hygiene worldwide. Schools offer an important chance to transform menstrual hygiene programs that will benefit young girls in the future. According to the research, India is home to about 113 million young girls and around 54% of these girls are unaware of menstruation before they have…
Explained: Menstrual Disc, An Unpopular Product!
With the market streaming with counter alternatives for menstrual products, Menstrual Discs are the new player to rock the town. This innovative product come with its own set of superpowers, like mess-free Period Sex. What is a Menstrual Disc? A menstrual disc is an insertable alternative period product that goes into the vaginal cavity and sits at the base of…
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: Top Mental Health Bloggers In India You Need To Follow!
In a country as populous as India, it's no wonder that mental health is a growing concern. However, due to many stigmas attached to mental health, it is often left unspoken and unheard. In fact, according to a study by WHO, one in five individuals in India go through some mental illness, and only 41% of them receive professional help…