i have very heavy periods and sometimes they can be painful. from one girl to another, from an older sister to you, here are some recommendations for things that will help with making your period more bearable and manageable!
Sections
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For Cramps and Symptoms
Tracking Your Period
Period Management
For Cramps and Symptoms
it comes with a waist strap to help the water bottle stick on. add hot water to relax the muscles that are causing the cramps
Rubber Hot Water Bottle with Plush Cover
advil is better than tylenol for cramps as it has anti-inflammatory properties
Advil Ibuprofen Tablets, 250 count
a natural cream alternative powered by plant medicine for instant cramp relief
Cramp Cream
an herbal tea for easing symptoms and cramps
Raspberry Relief
always consult your doctor. magnesium has been shown to help with relieving cramps
Magnesium Glycinate 300 Capsules 212.5 mg
always consult your doctor. we lose a lot of iron due to our periods, so this helps replenish our iron levels
Jamieson Gentle Iron 28 mg, 90 Count
Tracking Your Period
for those with Android phones, a great way to track your period and symptoms
Period Tracker - Apps on Google Play
Period Management
reusable pads. heavy flow. for every pad sold, one tree is planted!
3 Fabric Sampler -Surprise Print Heavy Flow Pad Set
reusable pads. light flow. for every pad bought, a tree is planted
3 Fabric Sampler -Surprise Print Light Flow Pad Set
for light flow. absorbs one regular tampon worth
Light Leakproof No-Show High Rise Thong - Knix Canada
for heavy flow. absorbs ~4 super tampons worth
Super Leakproof® No-Show High Rise - Knix Canada
i use it to capture leaks. best used when layered with something else.
INNERSY High Waist Cotton Period Panties 3PK
a popular option for menstrual cups. comfortable, easy to take out, leakproof
Nixit Menstrual Cup, 1 EA
the original menstrual cup. for medium to heavy days, other sizes available
DIVA™ Cup Model 1
pads from asia are best for heavy and overnight as they're super long
Elleair Elis Night Sanitary Pads 42cm (8pcs)
a plastic applicator is usually best as it glides easier without friction/pain
Tampax Pearl Tampons Trio Pack, 64 Count
my go to brand for pads. regular is good for the 3rd or 4th day (medium flow)
