I understood that menstruation – the indication that you’re a real woman – stopped if you grew weak from illness –Â Aya Kito
Periods can be annoying, mainly if you experience cramps, mood swings, irritability, fatigue, heavy flow, irregular menstrual cycles, etc.,
The degree of symptoms may vary from woman to woman. The major reason for this is that the state of your health entirely depends on your lifestyle.
Therefore, period-related issues are the results of unhealthy habits, stress levels, physical or emotional health conditions, etc.,
Certain factors knowing or unknowingly contribute to hormonal health.
Some women face the least of these symptoms while others may have the worst time dealing with them. If you find yourself in the latter category then your daily habits need a reality check.
Answer these basic questions to find out:
What does your everyday diet consist of? a) healthy, balanced diet b) Mostly fast food
What does your sleep pattern look like? a) 7-8 hours every night b) late hours
What’s your amount of activity? a) moderate to high b) low-moderate
How about your level of stress? a) often relaxed & happy b) stressed & anxious most of the time
Do you have any health issues? a) No such thing b) thyroid, PCOS, or other
If most of your answers are (a) then, girl, you’re doing great! You just need to stick to what you have been doing so far.
But if most of your answers are (b), you need to start practicing healthy habits to overcome period-related issues.
PMS and painful periods affect the normal functioning of day-to-day life – it disrupts your effectiveness in daily activities; the irritability also causes stress in relationships.
The signs of PMS are seen immediately after ovulation. That means, for the next 10 or 12 days, you’ll be low on productivity.
If you’re tired of all the aches, pains and discomforts; If you don’t want to compromise on the quality of your work and life; And, if you really want to stop getting the “are you on your period?” question from your husband/boyfriend; you need to start practicing some self-care tips to make your period time better.
There are two ways to practice these self-care tips:
- One, you must incorporate exercising, healthy eating, sound sleep, and meditation in your everyday life. You’ve got to make these things habitual.
- Two, follow all the other steps during your periods to pamper yourself.
So, without any delay, let’s look at some of the tried and tested self-care tips to make your period comfortable:
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1. Exercise/Yoga:
It’s important to include some kind of exercise in your lifestyle. Choose (cardio/strength training/yoga/pilates) any form you’re comfortable with.
Yoga/Sun Salutations are a great option; it reduces the intensity of PMS and cramps and regulates the menstrual cycle.
Yoga also increases mindfulness towards eating healthy which brings me to the next point.
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2. Eat Healthy Food
Start your day with some fruits or nuts along with a nutritious breakfast.
Avoid junk food such as aerated drinks, packaged juices, and processed food as it worsens PMS and causes painful menstruation.
Include fresh fruits, vegetables, multi-grains, cereals, nuts, and seeds in your diet. Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.
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3. Get Good Rest
Getting enough sleep is vital to maintaining a healthy balance of hormones. Avoid physically or mentally strenuous activities on days of heavy flow.
I’d suggest avoiding exercise as well. A 10-15 mins normal walk or low-moderate activities should be sufficient.
4. Meditation/Deep breathing
Meditate to relax the body and mind.
If there’s insufficient time to meditate, do some deep breathing; it soothes the nervous system, improves mood, and overcomes irritability to a great extent.
5. Use comfy sanitary products
Try maxis/ultra-large sanitary pads for a heavier flow, and dry covers XXL/XXXL wings for nights to prevent staining. Pantyliners for lighter flow.
Also, be sure to change and freshen up every 4-5 hours. (Note: I have no experience with tampons/other products so there’s no mention about it. You can definitely go ahead with the products that you love)
6. Pamper Yourself
Take a relaxing foot massage or get your nails done. Dress up, put on some makeup, and do your hair. Divert your mind toward hair, beauty, and makeup to feel nice about yourself. When you look good you feel good.
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7. Spend some quality time with your loved ones
Ask your husband/boyfriend to arrange a date night. Watch a favorite movie, meet your friends, have some cuddle time with your pet, and have fun to keep your mind off the period thing.
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8. Wear comfy clothes:
Wearing comfortable clothes makes a lot of difference in how you feel. Avoid wearing fitted clothes, especially tight-fitted jeans, belts, and also high heels. In fact, wear some warm-loose clothes with comfy flat footwear for a cozy feeling.
Bonus Tip:
Furthermore, a warm water bath – a hot water bag eases the cramps. Make sure to pee and empty the bowels on time, delaying can aggravate the cramps.
Following these steps can help you tackle many period-related issues and help make your period time comfortable. We should work on making things better for ourselves and really honor this beautiful part of our womanhood.
Thank you for reading. Please let me know which of these tips do you find useful? And don’t forget to share your tips and tricks in the comments section below.
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