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From 'Taboo' to Trending: How Dr. Tanaya Narendra Built India's Sexual Health Education Brand
The Oxford-trained physician who's changing how India talks about bodies, sex, and wellness—one viral post at a time.
Anjali Mehta
Contributing Writer
November 13, 20259 min read
Bibliographic Details
Citation: Anjali Mehta. "From 'Taboo' to Trending: How Dr. Tanaya Narendra Built India's Sexual Health Education Brand". TrailHER Magazine, Vol. 1, Issue 11, pp. 11-20, November 2025. ISSN: [Pending Assignment].
Publisher: TrailHER Magazine, 104/17, Vijaypath, Mansarovar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302020, India
Category: Wellness
When Dr. Tanaya Narendra launched her social media channel "Dr. Cuterus," she wasn't just posting wellness tips. She was launching a movement. In a country where conversations about sex, bodies, and health often stay stuck in the shadows, she flipped the script: making science accessible, shame-free, and socially relevant.
Today, she's not only a practicing physician and Oxford-trained embryologist, but also the face of sexual health education for young Indians.
The Origin: The Beginning of the Dr. Cuterus Journey
Tanaya was born in Prayagraj and grew up with exposure to fertility and reproductive-health clinics (her parents are fertility doctors)—which gave her early insight into the power and the stigma of sexual health. She earned her MBBS in India and then went on to do a Master's in Clinical Embryology at University of Oxford.
As she spent time in UK hospitals and back in India, she realized how little accurate, inclusive, and engaging sexual-health education young people got. In 2020, she launched her Instagram handle @dr_cuterus to demystify bodies, sex, and wellness.
The Spark: How the Idea Took Off
The turning point came when Tanaya recognized the gap between medical knowledge and societal dialogue. People had questions about their bodies, periods, consent, sexual wellness—but the language was missing.
With her medical training and digital savviness, she chose to bridge it: simple language, high-credibility science, and platforms that young people already use.
She created "Dr. Cuterus" as a trusted avatar: an approachable doctor who talks openly about everything nobody tells you.
The Build: Growth, Impact & Challenges
The Model: Dr. Cuterus operates at the intersection of medical education + digital brand. Her revenue avenues include branded content, speaking engagements, book publishing, and partnerships with public-health organizations.
The Book: Dr. Cuterus: Everything Nobody Tells You About Your Body published 2022.
Recognition: Forbes India ranks her among its Top 100 Digital Stars. She was named Health Influencer of the Year by the IHW Council (supported by NITI Aayog & Ayushman Bharat).
The Challenges: Tackling stigma in a country where sexual health isn't mainstream, maintaining scientific integrity while being engaging, and balancing personal brand vs. public health interventions.
The Impact: Why It Matters
Cultural shift: By talking openly about periods, consent, body science, and HPV, she normalizes subjects previously hidden behind shame.
Youth empowerment: Young Indians now have a credible source to ask questions that traditional curricula or families may avoid.
Female leadership: As a young woman doctor building a digital brand in India, she sets a precedent—women can lead in fields of science, health, and digital influence simultaneously.
TrailHER Take
At TrailHER, we see Dr. Tanaya Narendra's journey as more than personal success. It's a systemic intervention. She didn't just build a personal brand; she built a platform that changes how India talks about its bodies.
Your education can become your platform.
Your personal curiosity can fuel public good.
And your voice can open doors that were previously locked.
Today, she's not only a practicing physician and Oxford-trained embryologist, but also the face of sexual health education for young Indians.
The Origin: The Beginning of the Dr. Cuterus Journey
Tanaya was born in Prayagraj and grew up with exposure to fertility and reproductive-health clinics (her parents are fertility doctors)—which gave her early insight into the power and the stigma of sexual health. She earned her MBBS in India and then went on to do a Master's in Clinical Embryology at University of Oxford.
As she spent time in UK hospitals and back in India, she realized how little accurate, inclusive, and engaging sexual-health education young people got. In 2020, she launched her Instagram handle @dr_cuterus to demystify bodies, sex, and wellness.
The Spark: How the Idea Took Off
The turning point came when Tanaya recognized the gap between medical knowledge and societal dialogue. People had questions about their bodies, periods, consent, sexual wellness—but the language was missing.
With her medical training and digital savviness, she chose to bridge it: simple language, high-credibility science, and platforms that young people already use.
She created "Dr. Cuterus" as a trusted avatar: an approachable doctor who talks openly about everything nobody tells you.
The Build: Growth, Impact & Challenges
The Model: Dr. Cuterus operates at the intersection of medical education + digital brand. Her revenue avenues include branded content, speaking engagements, book publishing, and partnerships with public-health organizations.
The Book: Dr. Cuterus: Everything Nobody Tells You About Your Body published 2022.
Recognition: Forbes India ranks her among its Top 100 Digital Stars. She was named Health Influencer of the Year by the IHW Council (supported by NITI Aayog & Ayushman Bharat).
The Challenges: Tackling stigma in a country where sexual health isn't mainstream, maintaining scientific integrity while being engaging, and balancing personal brand vs. public health interventions.
The Impact: Why It Matters
Cultural shift: By talking openly about periods, consent, body science, and HPV, she normalizes subjects previously hidden behind shame.
Youth empowerment: Young Indians now have a credible source to ask questions that traditional curricula or families may avoid.
Female leadership: As a young woman doctor building a digital brand in India, she sets a precedent—women can lead in fields of science, health, and digital influence simultaneously.
TrailHER Take
At TrailHER, we see Dr. Tanaya Narendra's journey as more than personal success. It's a systemic intervention. She didn't just build a personal brand; she built a platform that changes how India talks about its bodies.
Your education can become your platform.
Your personal curiosity can fuel public good.
And your voice can open doors that were previously locked.
About Anjali Mehta
Contributing Writer
Anjali brings a unique perspective to TrailHER with her background in psychology and wellness. She writes about personal growth, mindfulness, and the journey to self-discovery for modern Indian women.
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