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Our blog has articles and conversations about menstrual health that matter. Engage, educate, and empower with us, one post at a time.
Sanitary pads are often questioned for their environmental impact, but baby diapers create even more plastic waste and are rarely discussed. This blog explores why diaper waste remains ignored, highlights the imbalance in public conversations, and calls for a more honest and inclusive approach to sustainability.
While sanitary pads are widely debated for their environmental impact, baby diapers generate even more plastic waste in India. This blog explores the silence around diaper pollution and calls for a fairer, fuller conversation on sustainability.
NGOs across India are creating impact — but often without the stability or systems to sustain themselves. Explore what changemakers need for lasting social change.
Discover the benefits of ovulation calculators, menstrual tracking, and safe period calculators in our comprehensive guide. Learn how to track your cycle, boost fertility, and plan for pregnancy—or avoid it—naturally.
At Pinkishe, we advocate for women’s menstrual rights at multiple levels and influence change at all levels.
Explore the unique menstrual health challenges faced by disabled individuals and discover practical solutions to improve their well-being. Learn from Anne Wanjiru’s inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and advocating for better access to menstrual health education and resources. This blog highlights the importance of accessible facilities, tailored education, adaptive products, and supportive systems in creating a period-positive environment for disabled individuals.
Discover how teachers can become "period powerhouses" in promoting menstrual hygiene and creating a period-positive school environment. Learn how educators can dispel myths, provide guidance on menstrual hygiene, and ensure access to menstrual products. Explore ways teachers can build supportive systems, foster a positive culture, and encourage open conversations about menstruation. Find out how students can confidently approach teachers with questions about periods, helping to normalize and destigmatize menstruation in schools.
Explore the rich cultural tapestry of menstruation traditions around the world. Discover how different societies view and practice menstruation, from India's blend of rituals and restrictions to Japan's pragmatic approach with menstrual leave. Learn about Africa's varied practices, Native American tribes' sacred ceremonies, and the Western world's efforts to break menstrual taboos. This blog delves into the diverse cultural practices surrounding menstruation, highlighting both restrictive and empowering traditions, and advocating for menstrual equity and open conversations.
Discover how period tracking apps are revolutionizing menstrual health management. Learn about their benefits, including cycle prediction, fertility awareness, and health monitoring. Explore top features like ease of use, customizable notifications, comprehensive logging, and robust privacy measures. Embrace technology to make your menstrual cycle more manageable and predictable.
Period poverty, the lack of access to sanitary products, menstrual education, and proper facilities, affects millions of women worldwide. Governments are combating this issue with initiatives like the Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Scheme, Suvidha Sanitary Napkins, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK). Despite progress, challenges remain, such as widespread myths, limited access to affordable products, inadequate facilities, and disposal issues. A holistic approach involving education, infrastructure, and product distribution, alongside community engagement and public-private partnerships, is essential to eradicate period poverty and promote menstrual health.
Navigating menstruation can be particularly challenging for non-binary individuals, who do not conform to traditional binary gender roles. This blog explores the intersection of gender identity and menstruation, shedding light on the unique experiences and difficulties non-binary people face. It offers coping mechanisms and support strategies, such as using gender-affirming language, seeking support from communities, and exploring hormonal options. By breaking societal taboos and increasing awareness, we can create a more inclusive environment for all gender identities.