Periods
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…
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…
Why Period Pain And Discomfort Should Not Always Be Labelled As Normal
The experience of having periods differs from menstruator to menstruator. For many, the menstrual cycle typically starts between the ages of 11 and 14, with the average cycle being around 28 to 34 days. It can be light and painless for some while heavy and painful for others, but what might be completely normal for one might just be a…
Menstrual cup/tampon guide for the first-timers
Do you remember taking your first roller coaster ride? The thrill in anticipation, palpitation, and jitters right before taking the ride is so spine-chilling! Well, using a tampon or a menstrual cup for the first time might be an adventure on par with a roller coaster ride. The decision to ditch the easy-to-use pads and switch to tampons or menstrual…
Good Menstrual Health: 7 Period Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore
Have you missed your period? Do you experience pain before, during, or after your menstrual cycle? These are red flags. Menstrual troubles may affect a woman's general health. Good Menstrual Health should be distinguished by age of menarche, length of the menstrual cycle, excessive bleeding, clots, and persistent intermenstrual bleeding. What are the red flags? There are many different red…