A Woman's Experience of Always Pads in Kenya and Africa

  ALWAYS is one of the leading brands in Africa and is a widely preferred choice among women in Africa. The brand recognizes the importance of sanitary hygiene and encourages women to embrace their bodies. ALWAYS offers a range of sanitary care products and the sanitary pads are known to be of the highest quality. Passed through international standards, the pads bring the best of comfort and protection.    What is truly appreciable about ALWAYS is that it recognizes the needs of every woman. Each woman is different and so are her requirements . Thus, ALWAYS brings forward the widest range of sanitary pads to pick from. Here is a quick list of ALWAYS sanitary pads available in Africa.      ALWAYS Cotton Sanitary Pads:  The ALWAYS Cotton Sanitary Pads are the perfect pick for women who love the soft cottony touch. It offers ultimate protection with a real cotton core and cover. The pads are designed to be flexible and well-fitting. The softcover gently sits on the skin to offer absolute

  Menstruation is one of the most natural functions of the feminine body. Over the years, several safe and approved methods have been used to manage this condition. These include wash cloths, sanitary pads, tampons and even menstrual cups. While sanitary pads are the most preferred choice, tampons too are growing to be popular in different parts of the world.  But is it used in Africa? Well, the answer is yes.    Women in many parts of Africa face several challenges when it comes to managing periods. Apart from the heap of gender disparities, they do not have to deal with unhygienic menstrual practices. In order to manage the menstrual flow, girls are forced to use rags, tree leaves, toilet paper, cotton wool and old cloth pieces. There is a growing awareness of the impact of these practices on the health of women and the economy as a large.    Fortunately, women are now being made more aware about the importance of using the right products. Safe to say, most women who do have access t

  Menstruation is a vital part of puberty and it is important for every adolescent to understand this function.  It is a normal process th at  females go through as the body is prepared for the normal process of potential reproduction. While menstruation is a natural phenomenon, it is often difficult to gather essential information about this process.  Menstruation continue to be a taboo and you may often find yourself with lack of data on this this subject. However, always turn to a trusted adult and reliable literary sources. Avoid seeking answers from peers or friends your age as it is quite possible that they may have queries just like you. In the meanwhile, r ead on to know   important information about menstruation:   Signs and symptoms of menstruation:   The most essential symptom of menstruation is bleeding from the vagina. However, it also includes other signs like pain in the abdomen, headache, acne, bloating, food cravings, breast soreness and diarrhea.    The beginning and

  Menstrual periods are never easy, let alone dealing with it as a teenager in Kenya. What makes this experience more difficult is that nobody talks about menstrual hygiene and its implications. To chronicle my experience, I was 13 years old when I got my first period. Inadequate preparedness and not understanding what was happening led to me believe that I was in grave trouble. The bleeding came unannounced and made me afraid that I was going to die. Fortunate for me, I quickly rushed to my guardian who helped me with a sa nitary pad and calmed me down.    While I was lucky to find guidance at the right time, some teenagers go through the most difficult menstrual experience in Kenya. They are often so afraid to tell their parents about what’s going on with their body that they end up keeping quiet. This not only increases the risk of leakage due to ineffective management but also leads to mental scars  that can last for a long time.      Menstrual periods is the onset of puberty among