Guy from Gynec

In the day and age of the internet, social media and unlimited access of information, are we still sure that the younger generation is receiving the right knowledge related to sex or contraception or STDs? Adequate sex education in India has been lacking for centuries, where such education is considered only related to sex, or it being a natural process, children will know about it anyways as they grow up. There needs to be a safe space for dialogues that are free from bias and stigma. It becomes imperative that children, parents and teachers be involved in creating and designing comprehensive sex education.

In this episode of Guy from Gynec, Dr Ash puts emphasis on delivering healthy sexual attitudes among young adults and children, so as to have a chance for this younger generation to make better choices when it comes to safe sex, gender identity and sexuality; and successfully navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood through a better adolescence.

There is a certain vacuum when it comes to discussing menstruation and bleeding patterns; or assess menstrual cycle-related issues. Women still hesitate to talk about their menses and continue to suffer silently all their lives. This leads to menstrual unsoundness being a reason for insecurity and low self-esteem. Women really need to cultivate awareness and knowledge to manage periods from teenage years till menopause and be empowered to ask for advice when needed.

In this episode of Guy from Gynec, Dr Ash discourses on the menstrual cycle and its deviations from the normal, with emphasis on the need for proper menstrual hygiene and well-being, to help a woman achieve normalcy and dignity, and to maintain a healthy lifestyle in and around periods.

Period rituals are often associated with impurity, alienation and isolation. Menstruation is still a taboo topic in India and even throughout the world. There are various myths, customs and rituals surrounding periods, be it the inspiring Sunrise ceremony of the Apache tribe, or the grandiose function of Manjal Neerattu Vizha in Tamil Nadu. Yet, we choose to close our minds and our lips when it comes to discussing this natural event in every woman's life.

In this episode of Guy from Gynec, Dr Ash takes a social approach and talks about the traditions associated with periods across the world, as well as the need to evolve from the depreciating ideologies and celebrating this physiological process to honor the woman's ability to menstruate.

Women over the world are still condemned when they opt for an abortion, and are not given reproductive freedom. And the battle continues. The onus is on us to stop judging a woman, and help her overcome the shame associated with it. It is a personal choice, and it's high time we respect her and her decisions.

In this episode of Guy from Gynec, Dr Ash talks about how even in the 21st century, abortion is still considered a taboo, along with the changing views and laws across the world.