On March 28th, BMB Period Care Ltd carried out a menstrual health education outreach at Community Secondary School, Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, as part of our commitment to creating period-positive spaces and improving menstrual literacy among young people. This outreach was organized by the Niger Delta Youth SDG’s Network who extended an invite to BMB to handle the menstrual health conversation.

Topics Covered

During the session, we engaged students in an open and informative conversation on the following:

• What is menstruation?
  
• When does menstruation typically begin? (Age range and signs of onset)
  
• How long does it last and how frequently does it occur?
  
• What is menstrual hygiene?
  
• Why is menstrual hygiene important?
  
• Best practices for menstrual hygiene
  

We discussed common menstrual products and introduced tampons and menstrual cups; products many of the students had never heard of or seen before. Their curiosity was evident, and the team answered a range of thoughtful and enthusiastic questions about their usage, safety, and comfort.

Addressing Menstrual Myths and Misconceptions

A key part of our mission is busting period myths and misinformation. During the Q&A, students brought forward common but troubling myths, including one where a student asked if it was possible to menstruate from the palms of the hands; something she had been told by peers. We were able to gently and clearly debunk this and provide accurate information on how menstruation works.

Another powerful moment came when a student asked, “If women menstruate, what do men do?”. This question opened up a conversation on gender roles, empathy, and shared responsibility in menstrual health education.

Interactive Learning and Impact

The students were engaged, curious, and receptive. Many had questions about period tracking, and we provided basic guidance on how to monitor their cycles and why it’s helpful for understanding their bodies.

The session ended with group photos, laughter, and a sense of empowerment among the students and staff alike.

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📸 Photos from the session are attached below.

At BMB Period Care Ltd, we believe that access to menstrual health education is a right, not a privilege. We’re proud to be part of the movement working to end menstrual stigma, one school at a time.