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how to survive your period: big sister advice 💌
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items i always dread that time of the month, especially because my periods are super heavy and painful. but even if yours are lighter, lets be real... it still sucks! these are some of my favorite period essentials, menstrual care products, and pain relief...
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everyday products ☀️
pain relief lifesavers 🛟
keeping cozy 🧸
self care 🪷
on-the-go kit 🏃♀️
period tracking ⏰
everyday products ☀️
all of the basics you'll want on hand to keep you fresh!
my fav pads, comfortable since they're very thin but they still hold a lot! also wings are a MUST in my opinion
U by Kotex Balance Ultra-Thin Heavy Pads with Wings - Unscented - 46ct
my absolute favorite tampons! i love that they are super compact to fit in any bag or pocket. this pack has 2 sizes
U by Kotex Click Compact Tampons - Multipack - Regular/Super - Unscented - 45ct
the best pantyliners! comfy, great for end of period or ovulation
Always Daily Extra Protect Panty Liner - Long - 136ct
i love wearing period underwear even if im wearing a tampon/pad just to prevent leaks! also super comfortable
Proof. by Always Women's Briefs, Super Heavy Absorbency Period Underwear - Large - Black
keep yourself clean down there!
The Honey Pot Company, Sensitive Daily Feminine Cleansing Wipes, Intimate Parts, Body or Face - 30ct
pain relief lifesavers 🛟
cramps are the worst, but these guys make them way easier to handle!
ibuprofen is like my baby i swear. i basically take this around the clock on my period LOL
Ibuprofen (NSAID) Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer Caplets - 200ct - up&up™
microwavable stuffed animals are my go to! great for cramp relief, cute, and cuddly!
Brown Curly Bear Warmies
another microwave plush.. this one is a capybara! so cute and funny!
Capybara Warmies
keeping cozy 🧸
for when you want to curl up and hide from everyone.
great to cuddle up and watch tv or take a nap!
Light Pink Microplush Full/Queen Fleece Blanket by Bare Home
weighted blankets are super great for cramps!
12lbs Weighted Blanket Ivory - Tranquility
a regular heat pad if you prefer that over the stuffed animals!
Heating Pad - XL - up&up™
i looove wearing comfy hoodies on my period. this one is super cute for my matcha lovers!
Women's Oversized Monday Matcha Hoodie
another basic comfy hoodie!
Women's Hollister Feel Good Fleece Oversized Hoodie
keep your feet warm! these ones r soo cute
Women's Dogs 2pk Cozy Quarter Crew Socks - Tan/Ivory 4-10: Midweight Velour Ribbed Fabric, Animal Pattern, Machine Washable
chocolate is a MUST on my period.
Milk Chocolate Covered Mini Pretzels Candy - 7oz - Favorite Day™
if you're craving salty instead of sweet, popcorn is great! one of my favs
SkinnyPop Original Popcorn - 4.4oz
drinking hot herbal tea is great for cramps! keeps you super cozy
Taylors of Harrogate White Hibiscus & Peach Green Tea - 1oz/20ct
self care 🪷
you deserve to feel your best, so treat yourself to a spa day!
hydrating sheet masks are super soothing during your period!
Burt's Bees Refreshing Face Sheet Mask - Cucumber
baths are soo relaxing on your period. great for cramps as well!
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Magnesium Soak - Soothe & Sleep with Lavender - 3 lbs
another great way to relax if you don't have a tub!
anihana Aromatherapy Essential Oil Lavender Love Shower Steamer - 1.76oz
exfoliating always makes me feel refreshed and extra clean. this one smells sooo good!
Dove Beauty Exfoliating Body Scrub - Brown Sugar & Coconut Butter - 15oz
keep your skin hydrated and soft!
eos Shea Better Moisture Body Lotion - Vanilla Cashmere - 16 fl oz
put a little bit of this on your pillow and you will sleep sooo gooddd!
Lavender Pure Essential Oil - 0.5 floz - Everspring™
on-the-go kit 🏃♀️
for powering through classes, work, or errands; these keep you prepared!
heat pad on the go! genuinely my favorite thing on this list. i literally just stick one of these in my pants and it heats up itself! lasts ALL day long. great for a long school or work day. ive even wore one to theme parks! LITERALLY MY RIDE OR DIE.
Equate Air Activated Heat Wrap, 3 Count (1 Wrap with 6 Pads), Compare to ThermaCare® HeatWraps
great to pop in your bag before a long day!
Advil Pain & Fever Reducer Tablets - Ibuprofen (NSAID) - 2ct/10pk
carry all your period essentials!
Vera Bradley Women's Outlet Cotton Essential Small Pouch Moonless Night
period tracking ⏰
apps make it way easier to stay on top of your cycle!
a woman owned period tracking app! cute & user friendly interface. it also teaches you about your cycle, symptoms, and things to help yourself feel best during every part of your cycle! i love aavia!
Aavia Period & Cycle Tracker
other supplements 💊
these are the hormone-balancing supplements that have helped me most with regulating my cycle and making my symptoms less extreme!
vitex has really helped balance my hormones! i used to have really long cycles & periods, and this helped them become more normal. it also made my periods a little less heavy and painful, additionally making my mood symptoms less extreme. i typic...
Solaray True Herbs, Vitex, 400 mg, 100 VegCaps
i started taking DIM a couple months ago, and it has helped me so much! i'm pretty sure ive had a lot of estrogen dominance, and that's why my cramps have been so bad in the past. DIM has made my periods lighter, shorter, and less painful. i typicall...
Best Naturals DIM Complex 100 mg 60 Capsules
i started taking inositol for a lot of reasons, but it also helps with periods! inositol has helped me with extreme mood swings, better sleep, and overall less anxiety. it also supports regular cycles!
Inositol 500mg by Now Foods - 100 Capsule