In order to understand period poverty, it is helpful to have knowledge on menstruation itself. Menstruation is the process of discharging blood and other materials from the lining of the uterus at intervals of about one lunar month from puberty until menopause, except during pregnancy. On average, a menstruating individual experiences 450 period cycles in their lifetime. Many people have periods and are affected by this process. It is essential for menstrual products to be accessible.

4 Period Stages