If you've ever wondered why so many activists think it's necessary to destigmatize periods, then it's likely you've been lucky enough not to see what that kind of stigmatization looks like.
Because while it may seem ridiculous that people would find anything shameful about a natural process that most women have to go through whether they like it or not, that hasn't stopped some parents and even teachers from fundamentally misunderstanding it.
And when the whole topic of periods becomes a taboo, that leaves young girls bereft of any answers when their first period emerges.
Although one mom seemed to understand that enough to seek outside help when this came to pass, her sister's story makes it clear that there's still a great deal of work to be done.
