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It’s time we normalize one of the most basic signs of reproductive health.

We’re finally making room for conversations around periods, cramps, and PMS.
But there’s one everyday reality we still don’t talk about - not with friends, not in classrooms, and not even with doctors unless it becomes unbearable.

Vaginal discharge.

It’s natural. It’s healthy. It’s your body’s intelligent self-cleaning mechanism.
And yet, millions of women are taught to see it as shameful.

Let’s set the record straight with science:

·         Vaginal discharge is made up of fluid from the cervix, vaginal walls, and natural bacteria (lactobacilli) that protect against infections.

·         It changes with the menstrual cycle because hormones like estrogen and progesterone fluctuate weekly.

Here’s what the data tells us:

• 85–90% of vaginal discharge in reproductive-age women is completely normal, requiring no medical intervention.
• Yet, over 50% of adolescent girls in India believe all discharge is a sign of illness.
• More than 60% of Indian women delay treatment for infections like bacterial vaginosis and candidiasis due to social stigma and lack of awareness.
• Studies show over 75% of women feel uncomfortable discussing vaginal symptoms with even female physicians.
• Vaginal infections account for 25% of all outpatient gynecological consultations, many of which stem from poor awareness and harmful hygiene practices.

Common myths we need to unlearn:

• “All discharge is bad.”
• “You must be infected.”
• “It’s dirty, wash it with scented soaps.”
• “It’s too embarrassing to talk about.”

All wrong. In fact, douching and scented washes disturb the natural pH and increase the risk of infections.

At Pakhi, we believe menstrual and vaginal care go hand in hand.

We don’t just create pads, we create platforms for unfiltered education and safe, breathable hygiene products that don’t interfere with the body’s natural rhythms.

Because:

·         Your discharge is a diagnostic tool — a reflection of hormone health, hydration, stress, immunity, and even early signs of pregnancy or illness.

·         The right care doesn’t mask symptoms, it helps women understand them.

Imagine a world where:

·         Girls are taught about discharge during puberty, not punished for it.

·         Women can talk about changes without shame.

·        Health education covers the entire reproductive spectrum, not just periods and pregnancy.

Let’s move from silence to science.
From awkwardness to awareness.
From whispers to wisdom.

Because discharge isn’t dirty, it’s tells about your body’s functioning.