Period Basics

We asked a few women about their first period stories to see if everyone goes through the same experience. Turns out, while some stories are surprisingly similar, others are truly one-of-a-kind. From convent school lessons to awkward first stains, here are five first-period stories that’ll make you smile, laugh, or […]

When we get our first period, the immediate thought that crosses the mind is how will things be managed? The first period is often associated with cramps in the lower abdomen, breast tenderness, lower backache, dizziness, etc. It takes time for the period to get stabilised — the first one […]

We all must have experienced brown discharge before and after the period ends. Spotting is different from bleeding which happens in between the menstrual cycle. Spotting happens from the upper reproductive tract or from the lower reproductive tract. One might experience heavier spotting from the upper reproductive tract (uterus) and […]

Puberty brings with it physical changes, mood swings, emotional changes and the desire to spend time alone. Parents might start noticing changes in the behaviour of daughters by the age of 8 — the time when her puberty has started. The stage is signified with the development of breasts, growth […]

A bowl of your favorite strawberry ice cream while watching Netflix may sound like the perfect relief during periods. But many girls are often advised by elders to avoid cold foods and drinks during menstruation. It is a common notion in India that cold foods and drinks should be avoided […]