Maudy Ayunda Open about Menstruation, Women Don't Ask for Advice but are Understood

Penyayi, a songwriter, and Maudy Ayunda's character in a talk show commemorating Kartini Day in Jakarta, Tuesday, April 21, 2026. (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - During menstruation, many women experience various complaints such as abdominal pain, mood changes, body fatigue, to difficulty concentrating. This condition often comes along with the demands of daily activities that must still be carried out.

Unfortunately, not all surrounding environments understand that this phase is not just a routine thing, but also a real physical and emotional experience. Therefore, the right support is important for women to continue to feel comfortable and valued.

Maudy Ayunda, who is known as a singer, songwriter, and actress, believes that support for women during menstruation is not enough just in the form of normative statements. He emphasized that a more meaningful form of concern is actually present through simple questions that show concern.

According to him, many people feel they have helped by providing solutions or advice. In fact, what is needed more often is questions like "what do you need?" or "how do you feel again?". This approach is considered able to make women feel more heard.

"Sometimes we feel that we are helping by giving solutions or advice. In fact, what is needed is a simple question like 'what do you need?' or 'how does it feel?'", he said in a talk show commemorating Kartini Day in Jakarta, Tuesday, April 21.

He also highlighted the importance of changing the way of communicating. By changing the habit of giving statements to asking questions, the support provided can feel more sincere and relevant.

Menstruation itself is a natural process that occurs every month, including in the midst of busy work. In this situation, women are still required to carry out their roles professionally, even though they are experiencing physical and emotional changes.

Maudy revealed that she needed an environment that was able to understand the condition without belittling or giving negative labels such as "too sensitive". For him, the best support is when someone is given space to share stories or even to choose to be silent without pressure.

He added that small attentions such as asking sincerely can have a big impact, because it makes someone feel valued and considered important.

"The form can be as simple as asking. It makes us feel heard and considered important," he said.

In addition, open communication with your partner is also considered important. By understanding the menstrual phase, including premenstruation, your partner can provide a more appropriate and empathetic response.

Overall, this small change in the way of communicating is believed to be able to create a more supportive environment. Comfort during menstruation does not only depend on physical conditions, but also on the emotional support of people around.