Let's be honest, having your period can be really challenging, especially if you have painful cramps. This list of period essentials will hopefully help to ease some of the discomfort.
Ditch the tampon and pads and try leak proof period underwear
Thinx: Period and Bladder Leak Underwear
Opt for the organic tampons
Kotex, Playtex, OB Tampons | Walmart Canada
Honeypot offers some amazing pad choices
Pads, Cups, and Tampons Menstrual Products
A feminine wash is great for keeping things fresh
Feminine Wash
Grab some wipes to use on the go
Feminine Wipes
A heating pad is great for alleviating cramps
Period Heating Pad
Pain relief pills when needed
Midol Complete | Midol products®
Red Raspberry leaf tea is a great for relieving period cramps
Red Raspberry Leaf Tea: Pregnancy, Benefits, and Side Effects
Reusable menstrual cups are cost effective
Reusable Menstrual Cup | Over 20 years of Experience – DIVA Canada
Similar to the cup but disc shaped
DIVA Disc - Reusable Menstrual Disc with pull tab and leakproof shield
Can be warmer up in the microwave and used to relieve cramps
Bean Bag Heating Pad
Reusable period pads are a great alternative for environmentally conscious users
Tree Hugger Cloth Pads - Canadian Reusable Menstrual Pads
Great alternative for environmentally conscious ladies
Reusable Tampon
For effective stain removal
Clorox 2® Laundry Stain Fighter
Great for getting blood stains out of clothing
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution, Non- - Uses, Side Effects, and More
Essential oils are great for uplifting mood
Essential Oils - Saje Natural Wellness
Great for washing your reusable period products
Laundry Bags For Delicates
Great detergent for washing your delicates
Soak Wash
Some good dark chocolate is the sweet treat you deserve
Dark Chocolate | LINDT
A period tracker is useful so you can see when your next period is and be prepared
Period Tracker | Track Your Cycle - Playtex Sport Tampons
A cute period bag to keep all your essentials on hand
