My first period: Facing stigmas, Missing festivals and then celebrated through the stigmas
Published On :
31st March 2025
On a sunny day in July, I was enjoying my vacation with my friend and while returning home, I saw something horrifying, at least that's what 10 years old me thought.
I grew up in a joint family with my grandparents, parents and brother. I was 10 years old when I got my first period. I still remember vividly, calling my mother for help while I waited in the toilet for an hour because she wasn't home. I kind of knew what was happening, but did not know what to do about it. And when she finally came, she handed me a thick cotton pad and instructed me to layer another cloth pad underneath it.
Since menstruation was deeply stigmatized in Nepali society.....
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Sarathi: Breaking the Silence on Menstruation
Published On :
4th February 2025
Posted by : Barsa Shrestha
Menstruation is more than just a biological process; it is a natural and essential part of life. However, for many young girls, the onset of menstruation is often met with fear, confusion, and societal taboos. This is where Sarathi steps in not just as a word, but as an advocate for menstrual awareness and education.
As a part of Sarathi, I have had the privilege of conducting workshops aimed at educating students about menstruation. Many young girls enter these sessions feeling hesitant, shy, or even scared to talk about their experiences. Some describe painful cramps, while others share that they experience no symptoms at all. Meanwhile, bo.....
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Rethinking Period Products in School Restrooms
Published On :
4th June 2024
Posted by : Pranika Neupane
Reflecting on my school days, I am reminded of the significant challenges that many of us faced due to the lack of adequate facilities and support for managing periods. Unlike some schools that had a dedicated nurse or medical room, my school did not offer such a luxury. The absence of these facilities meant that when periods arrived unexpectedly, there was no immediate or discreet access to necessary period products.
The Awkwardness and Challenges: Periods don't always follow a predictable schedule, and many of us have experienced the anxiety of starting our periods before we were prepared. In my school, there were no period products available in t.....
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Sita's Secret: A Story about Periods
Published On :
30th April 2024
Posted by : Shristi Sharma
Sita, a bright-eyed girl with hair as dark as the night sky, lived in a small village. One sunny morning, Sita noticed a stain on her favorite red skirt. Fear gripped her. She didn't understand what was happening. Sita knew something was different. Her stomach ached, and a strange feeling of worry filled her. She remembered whispers from the older girls about a time when they would be "unclean." Tears welled up in her eyes. Was she sick? Was she in trouble? Confused and scared, Sita approached her mother. But how could Sita explain this strange secret? Words seemed to fail her. Seeing Sita's distress, Mother knelt down and held her hand. "What troub.....
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