Manali H • Mumbai, India • 30
I was in 10th grade and age 15. My exams were approaching and my mom had gone to visit my grandparents, leaving me at my aunt's place. I was informed about periods but wasn't aware fully about when and how it comes. I was going for an evening shower. While in the shower, I noticed that I was peeing blood. I was shocked, cried hysterically and ran to my aunt. (I was close to her so that was relief.)
When I told her, she laughed and told me it's called a period. She was supportive for those days but since I come from a conservative family, we had way too many restrictions to follow and that was not at all giving me comfort. I totally disapprove of these restrictions now. And years later after having a degree in biology and a one year old daughter, I can't wait to be with her during her first period and celebrate her menarche.
