Finding Hope and Strength at a time of Infertility
Published On :
4th June 2024
Posted by : Shristi Sharma
Bandana, a woman from a small village, has been struggling with infertility for six years. Despite her best efforts, she has not been able to conceive.
Bandana’s family had high hopes for her to have children soon after marriage. Her in-laws are particularly keen on having grandchildren. This has created a lot of tension within the household. Her in-laws often suggest various traditional remedies and frequently express their concerns and frustrations. They sometimes blame her for the inability to have children, which adds to her emotional burden. Their constant pressure makes her feel like she is not fulfilling her role in the family. From society,.....
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Discovering the hidden struggle
Published On :
5th June 2024
Posted by : Shristi Sharma
Category :
Health and Development
During my community health diagnosis trip to Dolakha District, Nepal, I was deeply moved by the stories of many women suffering from uterine prolapse. This experience opened my eyes to the widespread yet hidden struggle these women face.
Dolakha District is a picturesque area surrounded by mountains and lush greenery. However, beneath its serene beauty lies a silent health crisis. As a part of my study, my mission was to gather data on community people’s health issues. Little did I know that I would uncover a significant problem affecting many women; uterine prolapse.
During the initial phase of our data collection, I noticed that women were reluct.....
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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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