Self-care, like self-love and self-acceptance is something that we all need to practice every day. Life though, has a funny way of stepping in, bringing with it a pile of work, relationships, and general things-to-do that can make what should be a relatively simple thing seem like a mammoth task. As the warmer, longer days […]
5 Women Tell Us Why They Prefer Tampons Over Pads
The debate between pads and tampons is one that has existed for as long as both products have been available. There is no real way for us to settle the debate, but if you’ve been meaning to switch, or switch back, or are just curious, we’ve gathered intel on those who frequent the tampon train. […]
3 Exercises To Tone Your Thighs Which You Can Do While On Your Period
To workout, or not to workout (during your period) that is the question; and the answer is a resounding yes! The numerous benefits of exercising during your menstrual cycle have been spoken about at length, and we have also shed some light on what yoga poses can help alleviate period cramps here. When it […]
Period Products For A Cause
The environment, upliftment of the impoverished, menstruation and education about period poverty are all topics that result in excited conversations and heated debates across the world. As if worrying about the harm our daily lives inflict on the environment wasn’t enough to stress us out, we are now (rightfully) compelled to consider the impact of […]
How Can Volunteer Work Help Fight Period Poverty?
The alarming statistics about period poverty are enough to make anyone want to join the fight against this very real issue, but making donations may not be everybody’s cup of tea. How then, can you make a difference? By becoming a volunteer with organisations like GiveHer5 and others around the world, it’s possible to contribute […]
Why I Switched to Green Pads?
I have always been averse to the idea of pads. Around the time when I hit puberty, my mother told me a gruesome anecdote which I’m only half apologetic about sharing. She was walking down the road passing one of those huge garbage disposals when she saw a cow chewing on a used pad […]
5 Feminist Books to Open Up Your Mind
Lately, feminism has become one of the most widely used yet misinterpreted terms. To clear up any misunderstandings or false notions, here’s a list of books we recommend for avid readers and casual page-flippers more excited by images alike. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo Though the title may […]
Checking Your Privilege – 4 Ways to Be More Inclusive
When I was growing up, I was quite aware of the privilege I had. I was conscious of the fact that I had the opportunity to go to school and eat three warm meals every day, unlike the children I saw begging on the streets from the comfort of my parents’ car. For most of […]
Period Poverty: The Global Perspective
Period poverty is a subset of poverty and unfortunately plagues all countries. Sanitary products are expensive – no matter where in the world you are. We did an entire round-up of period poverty in developed countries that you can read here. Globally, girls suffer from period poverty, but may not necessarily experience it in similar […]
I Like Superheroes Too – Raising Gender Positive Children
“Call the boys, we need to move those cartons outside.” This is one of the many sentences that irritate me, to say the least. I am pretty sure I could lift that carton as well, madam. Gender roles, if you are new here, are society’s expectations of standards of behaviour, mannerisms, attitudes, and other ideas […]