Ways to Self Care During Your Period

Periods.

They happen. And while your period can be a sign of over all health, they are still not the most pleasant experiences. Whether you can set your watch by yours ( like me) or your aunt flow is a more seasonal visitor, periods are a part of women's lives, but they shouldn't completely disrupt it.

Mine hit me like a baseball bat to the gut around 3am this morning, and with it, a ton of other symptoms that made me want to spend this Monday in bed.

However, life goes on. And I (and you) need to function. So here are a few ways to self care before, during, and after your period.

Make sure you are keeping track of your period days. There are so many wonderful apps that you can download that will not only track your period days for you, but send you alerts, record your symptoms, and keep you informed about your body.

Be mindful of your body. Ignoring your symptoms serves no one. If you need to rest a bit, and you can swing it, do it! If you need to go to bed earlier, and you can, do it!

If you can, spend the cash on quality products. This month, I am swapping out my usual tampon brand to an all natural, 100% cotton brand that was maybe 1 or 2 dollars more than my usual brand. I will be letting y'all know how that goes in the very near future, so stay tuned.

Drink water, drink water, drink water. Water fights cramps, keeps you hydrated and refreshes you. Drink it.

Try some yoga. Some light stretching alleviates cramping, removes body aches, and puts you in a better mindset.

Or take a walk. By now, you know I believe in a walk. Moving around, especially on those achy first days, is critical. So get up and get out and get moving.

Warm, soothing bathes. Ladies. baths. Time to bust out those fancy candles and soothing salts you've been saving for...wait, why do we save those things? We should be using them. No, you're not going to be floating in period soup. You will, however, relax your muscles and soothe aches.

Journal. Your period is literally your body entering a self emptying cycle. This a perfect time for you to do the same emotionally and mentally. Write down all that you are thinking, feeling, fearing. Allow yourself to self empty as well.

What are some ways you self care during your period? Let us know by dropping a comment below.