Most of the time you have to classify your period as deep impending hell, right? Well, don't worry. Nearly all women know how horrible it can be, and that's why we want to help. Here are some things you can to do have a more worry-free period.
Step 1
Make sure that you have pads, panty liners, or tampons available to you. It would be a very good idea to carry them in a purse, a bag, your bra, or even your shoe if you need to. If you are in school, it's a good idea to keep them in a pocket inside your book bag, because some schools don't allow purses to be carried in the building. If this is the case and if you are able to keep your purse in your locker, do so, and every once in a while ask for the restroom pass. Then you'll be able to "check on things." For gym class try putting some in a plastic bag and hiding them under clothes in your gym locker in case of emergencies.
Step 2
Make sure you know what type of product maintains your flow best. If you have a heavy flow, you do not want to use those little, tiny, thin pads! This will lead to a leak! If you have a heavy flow, then it might be best to use a more absorbent type. While having a lighter flow, try going for the regular absorbency. If you don't know what type you need, then either you could try them all out--please do this in your spare time, such as at home, so you can avoid being embarrassed by having a leak in front of your friends or classmates--or ask someone you trust like your mom or your best friend if she has any tips on which to use.
Step 3
Use the smell of lavender to help control mood swings. If you want to try, you could buy some lavender lotion, candles, bath beads/soap/etc., or even lavender incense. Remember to tell your doctor if you start experiencing really severe mood swings.
Step 4
Remember heating pads get rid of cramps Just place it over your lower stomach and leave it there for a while. If that doesn't work for you, then you could use Midol or aspirin. Ask someone you trust what the products with the best results are. You could take a really nice, hot bath. This helps a lot!
Step 5
Do not eat a lot of junk food or salty/sugary foods during your period. This can lead to even more or even worse cramps. Avoid eating a lot of food during your period, and when you do eat, eat something healthy. It's also best to avoid dairy or chocolate, for this can also give you really bad cramps. Drink plenty of water too! Also, cinnamon will help curb cramps, breast pain, and mood swings. Use it on your breakfast toast, in your tea/coffee, or just carry cinnamon sticks around and chew on them. They taste good and they help with bad breath, too!
Step 6
Change your pad/panty liner/tampon regularly. Don't wear your tampons for over 8 hours because this can lead to a severe medical condition known as Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). Make sure not to wear panty liners or pads for a long time. This can make them start to smell! Change panty liners and pads often.
Step 7
Wear very comfortable clothes during your period. It's not very fun having to walk around in tight jeans with a tube top clinging to you. Sweatpants and a comfortable top is just fine. You can wear tight pants if you choose, but it may be uncomfortable. Don't be too obvious! You don't want everyone to know it's that time of the month. Keep a jacket around if you want, so if you have a leak you can wrap it around your waist. It also helps to bring a spare set of clothes in case really bad leaks happen.
Step 8
Try not to stress out too much! Stressing out during your period can lead to an even worse period. Stressing can affect your flow cycle. If you have to take some time out for stress-relief, take a day off and stay home.
Step 9
Use a feminine spray or powder to eliminate odors if you feel you need it. You can also use baby wipes or Playtex/Cottonelle/etc. wipes.
Step 10
The menstrual cup is an alternative to pads/panty liners/tampons. They're pretty worry free, and are more reliable than pads or tampons. They can go for about $30, but you'll save time and money by buying one. It takes some time to get used to, but you can look into it as another option.
Step 11
Never force a tampon that doesn't fit. Simply try a smaller one.
Step 12
Make yourself feel better. Most girls will feel very self-conscious at this time. Wear your favorite jewelry, makeup, or perfume to boost your spirits.
Step 13
Have someone look after you. It helps a lot to have a really good, close friend, preferably female, to look after you and help you through your "time of need." Usually, she'll know exactly how you're feeling and will do whatever she needs to help you out. Just please don't start making her your slave, or else she may abandon you and you won't have her as a friend anymore. Ask for small things like for her to make sure you haven't leaked, or if she could help you with an energy or confidence boost. Best friends are really good at this kind of thing. Make sure it's someone you can trust completely!
Step 14
Don't use scented tampons or pads! It can irritate the vagina and the sensitive skin of the vulva.
Tips
- Relax; every girl/woman goes through the same thing!!!
- Hydrogen Peroxide gets blood out of clothes if you've leaked but get it out as soon as you can
- Don't stress out too much over small things.
- Try not to be to demanding or rude to friends/boyfriend. This could lead to even more problems during your period.
- Keep plenty of tampons/pads/pantie liners handy in case of emergencies.
- If you're worried that you won't know when you have to change your tampon until it's too late (i.e., you've leaked), check on it when you go to the bathroom by giving a gentle tug on the string. If it doesn't move or you feel a chafing sensation, it's far from full. If it moves easily, change it.
- To avoid getting your sheets messy by accident, sleep with an old washcloth folded up in between your underwear and your pajamas. That way if you leak you can just throw the washcloth in the laundry and that is a lot easier than having to change and wash your sheets. Or just wear a real heavy absorbent pad or tampon to keep you from having an accident through the night.
- You can't stop your period, so don't worry about it. All women have it, and it's only a few days before it will be over for another month.
- Don't worry about school. Everything will be fine, and nobody will know. If your that worried or you think you might leak, ask to be excused to the restroom.
- Don't dread P.E. The exercise will do you good.
Warnings
- If you're feeling a really weird wet feeling, you've leaked.
- If you start feeling weird while using a tampon, take it out and use a pad. Leaving the tampon in could cause Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). Consult your doctor.
