Exclusive: Tejasswi Prakash Shares Story Of Her First Period, What Her Brother Did For Her
The Brother Always Helps Out!
In a conventional South Asian household, menstruation and the topic of a woman’s period have long been regarded as taboo, particularly among men. It’s not just a hush-hush matter, but something they refrain from discussing altogether, including educating their children about it. In a heartfelt discussion with Hauterrfly’s The Male Feminist, Tejasswi Prakash shares her personal experience that resonates with this sentiment. She recounts a time when she found herself without pads while alone at home, and she had to ask her brother to fetch them for her while she was in the bathroom.
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Tejasswi Prakash popular shows like Naagin and Bigg Boss 15, opened up about her childhood experiences. She revealed that she had a delayed onset of menstruation, which caused her mother to become understandably concerned. However, when she was in 10th grade, the anticipated moment finally arrived, and she got her first period. One particular day, while Tejasswi was in the bathroom and realised she has got her period, she also made a disconcerting discovery: she had no sanitary pads. In a situation where her mother wasn’t present, the responsibility fell on her younger brother, Pratik, who happened to be the only other person at home. With a sense of urgency, she approached Pratik and earnestly requested him to go and procure the much-needed pads for her. She said,” I was literally sitting in the bathroom and I told my brother, Pratik can you please go and get me a pad,”
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During her candid conversation, Tejasswi Prakash delved into the incident when her brother, Pratik, came through for her by fetching the sanitary pads she urgently needed. However, his limited familiarity with the subject led to an amusing yet relatable moment. He handed her the pads, admitting that he had simply bought what she had asked for, but he wasn’t sure if they were the exact ones she wanted. He left it up to Tejasswi to figure it out.
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Reflecting on this incident, Tejasswi emphasized the importance of allowing children within the household to witness and understand a girl’s journey, including experiences like menstruation. By exposing them to such realities, they gain a better comprehension of why women behaved or feel a certain way during this time. It fosters empathy, breaks down societal stigmas, and encourages a supportive environment within the family unit.
First Published: July 03, 2023 6:03 PM
