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Period/menstruation essentials for women and people (to make your cycle easier)
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items I think it’s time we de-stigmatize periods and talk more openly about what’s making them easier for us so we don’t all suffer in silence. Here is a list of my go tos that prevent my cycle from being insufferable. If no one has ever talked to you abou...
The number one step to making your period easier is understanding it. This book gave me a more depth view of my cycle as hole and how I can eat, move and take care of myself better within it (which leads to easier periods)
In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life ― A Practical Women's Health Guide to the Cycle Syncing Method
Whenever I do have cramps, I’m so glad I bought this because I can take it with me anywhere (as long as it’s charged). This makes dealing with my period cramps much less miserable
FEETMOR Heated Waist Belt, Cordless Lower Back and Belly Heating Pad | Cordless wearable heating pad for lower back and belly comfort with rechargeable battery power
I have an XL in the Charlie and I mostly wear these overnight to prevent any accidents
Charlie
Sometimes it gets a little messy down there so I use these to clean up in between changes. (They’re much cheaper at woodmans in Menomonee falls, WI btw)
Seni Care Premium Plus XXXL (12" x 10"), Pre-Moistened Personal Cleansing Wipes for Large Surfaces, 48 Count (1 Pack of 48 Wipes), Disposable
When I can get my hands on them, I like to use these pads because they’re plant based
Flo - Day + Night Menstrual Pads (14 Day + 10 Night) - Organic Bamboo Period Pads for Women - Winged + Ultra Thin - Absorbent, Soft, & Breathable - Plant Based - Vegan & Cruelty Free
These liners are great for right before your period comes on and as it’s going off and your flow is lighter
Flo - Daily Liners (44 Pack) - Organic Bamboo Panty Liners for Women - Very Light Flow - Wrapped, Ultra-Thin - Absorbent, Soft & Breathable - Fragrance Free - Vegan & Cruelty Free
These are my go to pads for my cycle because I can usually grab them in store
L. Ultra Thin Pads for Women, Organic Cotton Top Layer, Regular + Super Duo Pack Absorbency, Menstrual Pads with Wings, Made Without Synthetic Pesticides and Fragrances, 34 Count
I’ve really been trying to get away from using tampons (hence the linked period panties) but when my flow is super heavy and I have things to do, I just have to use one so I’m not paranoid. I’ve been using these for years.
L. Cotton Tampons Regular/Super Absorbency Multipack, Contains an Organic Cotton Core, Made Without Synthetic Pesticides, or Fragrances, 84 Count (2 Packs of 42)
I like to drink this when I have more than mild cramping (I will say sometimes it gives me a headache though). I would consult someone before just taking it
Crampin' My Style Loose Herbal Tea
If you prefer a TSS risk free option, you can try period discs. They CAN be messy at the end of the day but you can wear them all day and they self empty
Flex Plant Plus Disc | Plant-Based Disposable Period Discs | Tampon and Cup Alternative | Capacity of 5 Super Tampons | Menstrual Disc Made with Sustainable Medical-Grade Plant Polymers | 12 Count