In 2026, menstruation is no longer a taboo. People are not only shedding prejudices surrounding it but also celebrating it.

A female’s first menstrual period, known as menarche, occurs during puberty. Menstruation indicates that the body is mature enough for reproduction. About 98% of girls begin their periods by age 15.

Menstruation is a natural biological process experienced by nearly half the global population. Yet, for many girls, the first period arrives as a surprise—often misunderstood, feared, or even ...