Period Kaa Kura- Nepali Podcast

Nepal's COVID-19 caseload is making a record every day. Amid such a harsh reality, we all know that periods don't stop during a pandemic. But managing them safely and with dignity has become a whole lot harder along with the covid infection. Thus, in this episode, we bring you suggestions on how to handle periods while you are covid infected or caring for any covid infected patient via Dr Garima S...

Menstruation is often misled as 'impurity' in Nepal imposing girls and women restrictions in activities like eating, sleeping, travelling and living a regular life. All these behavioural restrictions, aside from being untrue, contribute to gender-based taboos and discrimination. In this episode, we have talked about the myths we were told and to live in our life. Share with us your experience of m...

Why are homemade cloth pads better than sanitary pads made by plastic? In this episode, we present you how a young activist Binu Shrestha from Pokhara has been training hundreds of women and girls on how to make and use the cloth-pad for the menstrual cycle. 22-year-old Binu has already trained over 2700 women in different districts. Through her initiation Pakheta Nepal , the young girl aims to pr...

Do you face mood swings, food cravings, headaches, sore breasts, and acne among others before your period date? Hold on, it's pre-menstrual syndrome(PMS), which can even lead you to severe complications including depression. PMS is not a myth, but a reality. In this episode, we present you the detailed information on PMS and its management through an exclusive conversation with Dr. Shreyashi Aryal...

On the occasion of International Women's Day, Period Kaa Kura featuring Manisha Nath- a young activist from Achham district challenging menstrual taboos and stigma such as chhaupadi. She is also helping girls and women use menstrual cup.

Many of us know that taking a trip can majorly mess with your period. Travel ― especially long-trip or remote travel ― can create many difficulties. But we don't want the period to halt your travel plans. So, in this episode, we provide our favourite period hacks which can make your travel easier and stressfree. Also, hear the experience of two female travellers on how to handle period and travel....

Do you know that young girls are restricted to see sunlight and are confined within a room during their first menstruation? Nepal has such a culture in many places. But some young girls are opposing such taboos. On this episode, we are sharing the stories of three different fearless young girls who are raising their voice to create change in society. We bring you the stories of adolescents girls f...

We might suffer from different menstrual problems, be it, PMS, Heavy Periods, Irregular Periods, Painful Periods or other Menstrual Problems. A cycle that’s regular for someone may be abnormal for others. To prevent any health complications it is important to stay up to date with our body and to see the doctor if we notice any significant changes to our menstrual cycle. In this episode, we talk ab...

When we hear the word Menstruation, an image of a woman generally comes in mind. But do you know that tans man and gender non-binary people too have their menstrual cycle? In this episode of Period Kaa Kura, presenting you with an exclusive story of a trans man who bleeds. Lakshmi Ghalan is a transman advocating for the rights and inclusion of LGBTQI and is also the founder president of Mitini Nep...

Can PERIOD mess up with COVID-19? Find out in our latest episode, where we talk about how menstrual cycle, health and hygiene can be managed when you are virus-infected. In this episode, we bring you the exclusive story of our own podcast co-host Priyanka, where she shares about handling COVID-19 infection and Period simultaneously.

25 November is the International Day to End Violence against Women. The world is turning orange to show that Generation Equality stands against gender-based violence. Let’s kick off the #16Days of Activism against GBV by hearing the inspiring stories from empowered Women in Sports. Presenting you the stories of menstruation and courage in athletics, cricket and mountaineering.  In this episod...

We have an impression about the life of celebrities, particularly female actors, as 'larger than life.' But we rarely know their stories behind the camera about maintaining menstrual health and hygiene. In this episode, we have interviewed a renowned actress of Nepali film industry Keki Adhikari . She is also a producer and social activist. Besides, she is a Goodwill Ambassador of Menstrual Health...

Dashain is the biggest Hindu festival in Nepal. Thus, in this episode, we are presenting you poems related to menstruation. We believe poems can portray or challenge social traditions and taboos around the period.  This festival, celebrate responsibly and let's be period positive. Today, we present a poem "Brahmaji ko Rajaswala" written by Nepali poet Nawaraj Parajuli. The poet has recited th...

Dashain is the biggest Hindu festival in Nepal. Thus, in this episode, instead of talking about any specific issue, we are presenting you poems related to menstruation. We believe poems can portray or challenge social traditions and taboos around the period. This festival, celebrate responsibly and let's be period positive. Here we present a poem written by Lucile Clifton, which is translated and...

Dashain is the biggest Hindu festival in Nepal. Thus, in this episode, we are presenting you poems related to menstruation. We believe poems can portray or challenge social traditions and taboos around the period. This powerful poem is by Dhangadhi-based young social activist Prekchya Dhami. This festival, let's celebrate responsibly amid virus fear and let's be period positive.

During festivals in Nepal, menstruating women are often isolated and restricted to take part in celebrations. Thus, many women opt to take medicines to postpone their period cycle. In this episode, we talk about the current practices, health implications of such medicines and the importance of menstrual health. As we are celebrating the biggest Hindu festival Dashain, we also talk about how and wh...

Are our grandmothers ready to adopt positive attitude and behaviour towards menstruation? The way females perceive menstruation is different according to age and experience. We know that attitude of today's generation is more positive towards menstruation as a natural process. But, what about the views of our grandmothers? Are they ready to accept the change? In this episode, let's hear from our g...

If we have options of sustainable menstrual products, why to stick to non-degradable pads and contribute to a disturbance in ecology? In this episode, we dwell on re-usable sanitary pads and menstrual cups, which are convenient and environmental-friendly. Let's make our Periods better for the environment.

Most of the women and non-binary person who menstruate often go through period shaming in life. The feeling of embarrassment and self-hate are then reinforced by society and that’s not something to be openly and honestly discussed. In this episode, we have tried to openly discuss the things that society usually do not refer us to speak about. After all, menstruation should not be something ashamed...

Do you know most female healthcare workers cannot change pads or do not have access to toilets during menstruation while treating COVID patients? In this episode, we have uncovered the challenges faced by those female health workers while handling their periods during the pandemic.

In this episode, we are sharing our personal experiences about the first period. We might have different stories but the pain we go through is almost similar. We experienced the most terrifying and traumatising situation where once even self-esteem was lost. To know why and how to listen to our Podcast. #NepaliPodcast #PeriodKaaKura