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Myths and Facts: Menstrual Hygiene

Menstruation is a natural process experienced by millions of women every day. Yet, in India, it remains surrounded by myths and misconceptions that perpetuate stigma and unhealthy practices. These myths can prevent girls from accessing the proper women hygiene products or cause unnecessary shame and embarrassment.

This blog aims to break down some of the most common myths and present the facts to help promote better menstrual hygiene management and awareness.

Myth 1: Every girl experiences mood swings during her period

Fact: Not every girl experiences mood swings during her menstrual period. While some may feel irritable or emotional due to hormonal changes, many don’t experience these symptoms at all. It’s also important to note that PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) doesn’t affect every cycle. If you’re feeling particularly low, talking to a trusted friend, family member, or professional can help.

Myth 2: You can't go swimming or exercise during your period

Fact: This is a widespread myth, but the truth is you can swim and exercise during your menstrual period. In fact, physical activity, including swimming, can help relieve menstrual cramps and improve your mood by releasing endorphins. Just ensure you use appropriate sanitary products, like tampons or menstrual pads, while swimming.

Myth 3: Periods come exactly every 28 days

Fact: Menstrual cycles vary greatly between individuals. While the average menstrual cycle is 28 days, it can range anywhere between 21 to 45 days, especially for young girls who have recently started menstruating. Irregular cycles are also common in the first few years of menstruation, and over time, the cycle typically becomes more regular.

Myth 4: Everyone can tell when you’re on your period

Fact: No one can tell you're on your period unless you tell them. Feeling self-conscious is normal, especially when you’re young, but it’s essential to remember that periods are a natural part of life. Many girls around you are experiencing the same thing, and access to proper sanitary products like sanitary pads can help manage any discomfort.

Myth 5: Menstruation makes girls impure

Fact: This is one of the most damaging myths, especially in certain parts of India. Menstruation is a natural biological process that signifies a healthy, functioning body. It has nothing to do with impurity. In fact, open conversations about menstrual hygiene and the use of appropriate women hygiene products are crucial to breaking this misconception.

Myth 6: You shouldn’t bathe or shower during your period

Fact: There is absolutely no reason to avoid bathing or showering during your period. Good hygiene, such as daily washing, is crucial for maintaining cleanliness and preventing infection. Bathing can also help soothe cramps and discomfort, and using sanitary products like tampons or menstrual pads can help manage your flow comfortably.

Myth 7: You should avoid tampons because they can get lost inside you

Fact: Tampons cannot get lost inside your body. The vaginal canal is only a few inches long, and a tampon remains securely in place until you remove it. Just ensure that you change your tampon every 4-6 hours to prevent any risk of infection, just as you would change sanitary pads regularly.

Myth 8: Sanitary waste is harmless

Fact: Improper disposal of sanitary products can be harmful to the environment and pose health risks. Used sanitary pads and other products should be wrapped and disposed of in sanitary bins, not flushed down toilets. Inadequate disposal practices can lead to clogged plumbing, environmental damage, and unsanitary conditions.

Period Hygiene Tips: Practical Advice for Girls

Choose the right product for you: Sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups are all viable options. Choose one that suits your comfort and flow.

Change regularly: Change your sanitary product every 4-6 hours to avoid bacterial build-up and prevent infections.

Maintain hygiene: Wash your hands after every product change, and use gentle intimate wipes if needed to stay fresh during the day.

Disposal etiquette: Always wrap used products in tissue or the wrapper provided and dispose of them in designated sanitary bins.

The Importance of Menstrual Hygiene Awareness

Lack of menstrual hygiene education leads to the persistence of myths and stigma. Many girls in India miss school during their periods due to embarrassment, lack of access to women hygiene products, or fear of being teased. Creating an open dialogue, educating both girls and boys, and providing access to proper sanitary products are essential steps to creating a more supportive and informed society.

Conclusion

Menstruation is normal, and life doesn’t have to stop because of it. By breaking these myths, we can empower girls to manage their periods safely and confidently with proper menstrual hygiene and access to sanitary products. Periods are not a taboo; they are a natural part of being human. Let’s get the facts right.

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Shedding Light On Hypomenorrhea

Have you ever wondered if a lighter period is something to worry about? We’ve got an article that dives deep into the world of hypomenorrhea, where less blood flow might raise some flags. 🚩 It’s packed with info that could be a game-changer for your health.

Don’t stay in the dark about your menstrual cycle. Get the facts, know when to seek advice, and take charge of your health. 💪

Understanding Hypomenorrhea: When Less Is More… Or Is It?

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“I was embarrassed, yet I persisted.”

Breaking Taboos, Empowering Women: A Male Facilitator's Journey in Menstrual Health Education.

Menstrual Health Matters

Read through the proud journey of a male felicitator at the #SimplyPeriods movement led by @rfyouthsports and us in Odisha!

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Everything You Need to Know About Using Menstrual Cups

A menstrual cup is a small, bell-shaped device that is inserted into the vagina to collect menstrual blood during your period. Unlike tampons and pads, which absorb or hold menstrual blood, a cup actually collects it. Most menstrual cups are made of silicone, but there are also ones made of rubber or latex. Some even have a small stem that protrudes from the bottom so that you can easily remove them.

Menstrual cups have a number of advantages over other menstrual products such as tampons and pads. For example, they are reusable which can save money in the long run. In addition, they do not absorb moisture like tampons and thus prevent dryness and irritation.

If you're thinking about using a menstrual cup, there are a few things you should know first. Here's a quick guide to everything you need to know about using a menstrual cup, from how to insert and remove it, to cleaning and storing it.

When inserted correctly, a menstrual cup forms a seal with the walls of your vagina. This prevents leakage and collects your flow instead of absorbing it. To insert, simply fold thecup in half (there are lots of different fold methods – find one that works for you), and insert it like you would a tampon. Once thecup is inside, rotate it around a few times to make sure the seal is formed.

Inserting a menstrual cup can be a bit daunting at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's awfully convenient. Here are instructions on how to use one: 

1. Before inserting the menstrual cup, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. 

2. Fold the menstrual cup in half or in thirds so that it forms a C shape. 

3. Holding the folded menstrual cup firmly in one hand, use your other hand to part your labia (the fleshy folds around your vaginal opening). This will help you locate your vagina's opening. 

4. With the rounded side of the C shape pointing up, slowly insert the fold side of cup into your vagina.

While there are many different types of menstrual products on the market, menstrual cups have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their many advantages. For starters, using a menstrual cup can help reduce your environmental impact. Most menstrual cups are made from silicone or rubber, which means they can be reused multiple times before needing to be replaced. This helps Cut down on the amount of waste produced by disposable pads and tampons, which can end up in landfills or waterways.

In addition to being eco-friendly, menstrual cups are also cost-effective in the long run. Once you've purchased a cup, you can use it for several years before needing to replace it.

There are a few key advantages to using menstrual cups that make them a great choice for many women. First, they are much better for the environment than traditional disposable pads and tampons. This is because they can be reused over and over again, which drastically reduces the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. Second, menstrual cups are much cheaper in the long run than disposable products. Although they may have a higher up-front cost, you'll save money in the long run since you won't have to keep buying new pads or tampons each month. 

Third, menstrual cups are much more sanitary than traditional products since there's no risk of them leaking or oozing into your underwear and

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menstruation is more than periods

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Inner Autumn : Pre Menstruum

I’m really feeling the hormone flux today. I’ve been craving salty, sweet, or crunchy snacks.

The past 3 days I’ve had a handful of junk food and I don’t even regret it.

The Autumn phase is supposed to knock you down and prepare you to wash away everything that is not serving you. It’s the season to be vulnerable, open, and forgiving.

I’m taking this day to be present, forgiving, and observant. I want to chart my menstruation cycle so I know what phases I am in and which days are my transitional days so that I can be prepared.

I am feeling very exposed and useless. I feel like I am reversing everything that I’ve ever done that’s good for me. I feel like a failure. I feel weak.

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The critical importance of hand hygiene cannot be overlooked in today's environment. As a fundamental element of public health, effective hand hygiene practices are essential for businesses in every sector. Initial Hygiene provides a wide array of hand hygiene and sanitization solutions tailored to fulfill your organization’s specific requirements, fostering a safe and healthy atmosphere for all.

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In today’s rapidly evolving world, cultivating a strong hygiene culture is more crucial than ever. Initial Hygiene is devoted to improving hygiene areas such as restrooms, kitchens, and food preparation zones with top-tier handwashing solutions. Our advanced antimicrobial solutions effectively eliminate 99.99% of bacteria and viruses while being gentle on the skin and environmentally friendly. Our Ecolabel-certified soaps, including foam variants that require 40% less product per wash than traditional liquids*, exemplify our commitment to sustainability. Additionally, our products are free from microplastics and utilize recyclable, eco-friendly refills, incorporating no-touch technology for hygienic dispensing that reduces disease transmission risks. 

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With Initial Hygiene's hand drying solutions, your organisation can ensure a safer and more hygienic environment.

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As hygiene concerns continue to rise, hand sanitisers have become essential tools for protection. Initial Hygiene meets this demand with a comprehensive selection of both alcohol and non-alcohol-based hand sanitising solutions.

We provide mobile stands and no-touch dispensers that integrate seamlessly into high-traffic areas and critical hygiene zones, ensuring continuous safety in dynamic environments. Rely on Initial Hygiene’s hand sanitising solutions for consistent, dependable protection whenever and wherever it's needed.

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Why Menstrual Cup is Your BFF: 9 Myths Busted

Written by Prerna

Updated on March 19, 2022

After trying dozens of menstrual products that do not seem to ease the uncomfortable periods, menstrual cups seem to giving women a new hope. The women using it cannot stop talking about it!

Still, the stubborn question lingers – “to use or not to use?”

And all these underlying doubts, like

“Can I use it if I am a virgin?” “Will it get lost inside my body?” “Does it come out while pooping?” What if it stretches me permanently?”

Here are the answers to all your questions!

1. Virgins can’t use cups and/or you lose virginity as u use them

“Losing virginity” is commonly referred to breaking of the hymen (which is culturally constructed and is not necessarily a physical change). But hymen actually comes in various shapes and sizes and gets worn out by a lot of activities apart from sex!

So, by now as you are considering using a cup, it is likely that your hymen has torn away naturally. And even if not, it might be having an opening of some degree which you will have to check in a mirror. This opening will let you insert the cup without a problem.

  2: “What if the cup gets lost inside me”

 Ok, your vagina is not a black hole!

Let’s recall some anatomy we learnt in school and understand that the cervix lies between the vagina and the uterus. It is a narrow tube that lets menstrual fluid pass and broadens only if you are giving birth or ovulating.

The narrow size makes it anatomically impossible for the cup to just slip up!

Moreover, as the cup collects some blood, it automatically gets weighed a little down.

TIP: If ever you cannot locate the stem of your cup, simply squat and push down with your abs and pelvic floor muscles. The cup will easily get pushed a little down for you to be able to take it out.

 Myth 3: It cannot be used in heavy flow/ What if it leaks

Leaking has two reasons:

Firstly, that the cup has not opened up fully and thus, the suction has not been created.

Secondly, a cup can only hold up as much blood as its capacity. Any amount exceeding it, is bound to leak out. Therefore, it’s important to choose an appropriate size and empty the cup every few hours according to it.

If these two reasons are met with, even during heavy flow the cup will not leak.

 Myth 4: The cup will come out while pooping or peeing

 The menstrual cup is not just kept inside your vagina; it is stuck because of suction. With the pressure due to bowel movement, what is most likely to happen is that the cup might shift from its place a little or move a little down. Falling out of a cup is an extremely rare scenario that might happen if you have not wore it properly in the first place.

 Myth 5: Menstrual cups are painful

Pain during or after inserting a menstrual cup can be caused due to a number of reasons, among which, lack of lubrication is the most likely.

If your vaginal opening is dry, it might act as a friction in the way of the menstrual cup. Using any lubricating substance, even water, might help you in painless insertion of the cup.

Since you will use a menstrual cup during your menstruation, it is extremely unlikely that your vaginal opening will be dry. But still if for some reason, your vagina is not lubricated enough, try using water or water based lubricants.

Another reason why it might hurt while inserting a cup is because you are not folding the cup the appropriate way. There are a number of types of folds that you can try with the cup and then decide which one of them is the most suitable for you.

 Myth 6: You can’t perform physical activities wearing a cup

The menstrual cup is supposed to create suction inside your vagina and due to that; it stays in its place no matter what physical activity you carry out. In fact, this is one of the features of a cup that holds it apart from other options like a pad or a tampon, that a cup is the most comfortable period product out there. You can be absolutely carefree and engage in your favourite activities without having to think about the cup falling out or causing a leak.

 Myth 7: Menstrual cup might stretch you out permanently

Vagina is made up of stretchy muscles and tissues, which can expand and contract back to its original size like an elastic band. A menstrual cup’s size might seem intimidating but it is negligible concerning the elasticity of the vaginal muscles. The vagina can comfortably accommodate a cup, so much so that most women do not even feel it’s there.

Even childbirth only mildly loosens the vagina. So, that happening with a menstrual cup is out of question.

 Myth 8: You can’t sleep wearing a menstrual cup

 Unlike pads or tampons which need to be changed every few hours, most menstrual cups can be worn up to 12 hours! This is yet another one of the many pros of a cup. So, even if you get heavy flow at night, you can comfortably sleep wearing a cup, without worrying about leaking, changing, heavy flows, etc. Having said that, most women get only average flow at night, and even with that you get a huge 12 hour window which is more that average people’s sleeping hours.

 Myth 9: Menstrual cups can cause infections

Inserting any foreign object inside the vagina is a potential chance for an infection, let alone a menstrual cup. Poor hygiene, thus is a primary cause of infection rather that the cup (or the object) itself. Apart from that, a menstrual cup is made of rubber, medical grade silicone, latex, etc which make it one of the safest objects out there to be used in periods.

Washing your hands and sterilizing/ washing the cup before inserting it is one of the best preventive habits of an infection. If proper hygiene is maintained, the cup alone does not cause any infection.

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Public service announcement: If you have ovaries and a uterus, you need to KNOW your cycle:

AKA:

These two things should be in manageable balance. If they are not, or something changes, see your doctor!

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