That Time Things Got Weird: A Period Primer
Published On :
26th April 2024
Posted by : Pranika Neupane
Hi there, everyone! Okay, so it may be a menstrual duration, or too much information, for some; however, I wanted to share something that happens to… well, half the world. Your first period! It was, let’s just say, a unique experience for most girls. I was approximately 12 when it occurred to me. I was doing my regular work – school, meeting, and obsessing over the most recent boy ensemble… you know… the usual. However, one day I witnessed the bloodstains my underwear and was a total freak-out. What is going on? Was I injured? I don’t know whether I also spilled anything; I was screaming internally.
I didn’t dare ask my mom, of course. Periods were.....
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Silent Shadows: Navigating Menstruation Taboos in the Darkness
Published On :
11th July 2023
Posted by : Manita Sharma
Long white skirt with a pink shirt, shining like a princess, with a bright smile, she was getting ready to leave for the school. That day her excitement level for going to school was at its peak since it was her best friend’s birthday. After her mother finished doing her hair, she stood and carried her backpack hurriedly.
Suddenly, her mother said quietly, “Don’t move. Stand still and don’t open your eyes.” She was directed to enter a room beside the animal shed.
“Now, you can open your eyes”, her mother uttered.
She was standing still, confused and unaware of the situation. “What happened, mother? Why did you bring me here? I will be late for my.....
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Menstruation and Men
Published On :
10th July 2023
Posted by : Manita Sharma
In many communities, menstruation remains shrouded in silence, perpetuating myths, and reinforcing cultural taboos. Women and girls face numerous challenges when it comes to managing their menstrual cycles, particularly in rural areas where lack of access to proper infrastructure and prevailing gender inequality compound the issues. Menstrual hygiene becomes a matter of secrecy, compromising women's health and perpetuating stigma. However, addressing these challenges requires a collective effort involving both menstruators and non-menstruators, especially men. By breaking barriers and fostering support, we can work towards creating a more inclusive a.....
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THE COST OF MENSTRUATION PRODUCTS: BATTLE AGAINST REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE
Published On :
19th April 2023
Posted by : Susmita Basnet
Most women go through the natural process of menstruation once a month. Every girl and woman who has periods need menstruation supplies such as sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual cups, and period underwear. These things may be essential, but the price that goes along with them is actually quite hefty. Women fight a war against the cost of menstruation all over the world. Not only is there a financial hardship associated with buying menstrual products, but there is also a shortage of access to those products.
Many women are forced to choose between buying food or buying menstrual products. This is especially true for those who live in areas where mens.....
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