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10 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Take Good Care of Women During Periods
Without Getting Thrown Out of the House
Let me begin with a confession: I once cried over a slice of cold pizza during my period. Not because it was bad (it was), but because I felt like the world just didn’t get me.
If you’re a woman, you’ve probably had similar moments – when your body feels like it’s at war with itself, and you’re still expected to smile in meetings, make dinner, and be a functioning adult.
If you’re someone who loves a woman – your partner, friend, daughter, or colleague – this is for you. Because taking care of a woman during her period isn’t about flowers or grand gestures. It’s about understanding, showing up, and not saying, “You’re overreacting.”
1. Please Stop Whispering “Period” Like It’s a Dirty Word
I still remember the first time I said “period” out loud in a co-ed meeting. The silence that followed could’ve cured my cramps. Newsflash: it’s not a bad word. It’s biology.
In India, nearly 71% of adolescent girls have no idea what periods are…
