Breaking the Silence Around Periods

For something so natural, periods have been surrounded by silence for a long time.

People whisper about them. Hide products. Avoid conversations. And in many cases, that silence creates confusion, embarrassment, or even misinformation.

But things are slowly changing.

More women and girls are speaking openly—sharing experiences, asking questions, and normalizing something that has always been part of life.

And that shift matters.

Because when periods are openly discussed, it becomes easier to learn proper hygiene, choose better products, and support each other without judgment.

In Kenya, this conversation is becoming more visible, especially as access to better sanitary pads in Kenya continues to improve. More brands are focusing not just on availability, but on quality, comfort, and dignity.

Companies like Emerald Hues Limited are part of this growing movement—bringing products like Lyara ultra-soft Premium Sanitary Pads into the market with a focus on both comfort and confidence.

Talking about periods doesn’t make them awkward.

It makes them normal.

And that’s exactly what they’ve always been.