Isabel Bürger has taken to Instagram to fight against the stigmatization of menstruation—by stitching delicate and powerful embroideries that depict periods on bodies of shapes and sizes. She talked to Ms. about her work, her inspiration and confronting menstrual blood.
Author: Aashna Malpani
Aashna Malpani is an editorial intern at Ms. and a resolute advocate for intersectional feminism. She is currently getting her BA in English and Journalism from Loyola Marymount University. She has previously worked with The Advocate, Pride, Moviemaker Magazine, The Los Angeles Loyolan and The Times of India. Although she was born and raised in India, she has spent her adult life living in the United States and Spain. In her spare time, she likes to debate on political issues, read books riddled with dystopian conspiracy theories, watch The Office and spend on food with money she doesn't have.