5 Easy Ways To Ease Menstrual Cramps

As women we all dread that time of the month when our period arrives (although sometimes we’re even thankful that we get it!). We all know the constant throbbing and cramps that come with it and even after years of having a monthly period some of us still don’t know how to manage the pain.

To help you get through your next period we’ve put together some easy ways to ease your period pain.

1. Get your body moving

We know it might be the last thing you actually feel like doing but a brisk walk or any type of movement can help ease your belly pain. When you’re doing any kind of aerobic exercise your body is pumping more blood around, this helps to release endorphins and reduce your cramps. Regular exercise is good for your overall health but it’s especially important if cramping is a regular part of your period.

2. Apply heat

Fill a hot water bottle with boiling water or grab a sweet smelling lavender heat pack and hold it on your belly while you watch TV or relax in bed. The heat helps to relax the contracting muscles in your uterus which are the cause of your pain.

         

 

3. Drink herbal tea

Herbal teas such as chamomile or raspberry leaf tea can help ease the pain from cramps. Have a cup in the morning with breakfast or before you go to bed at night. If you regularly take ibuprofen to ease the pain of cramping maybe try these natural remedies next time to see if they help. Limiting your caffeine intake can also help ease the pain.

4. Soak in a hot bath

A soak in a nice hot bath is good at any time of the month but it’s especially good for soothing muscle cramps during your period. Use sea salts to nourish the sensitive skin around your vagina, and avoid scented bubbles, salts or melts as these may irritate the area.

5. Switch your tampons and pads for a menstrual cup

Many women find that their period pain eases when they use a menstrual cup. The cup strengthens your pelvic floor muscles, making cramps less intense. If you’re ready to make the change, head to our online store (http://luvur-body.com/onlinestore/).

Have you got any other tips to ease period pain? We’d love to hear from you in the comments below.

 

Wearing a menstrual cup INSIDE-OUT?!

We get a lot of questions about the little leaf stem on the cup: some women prefer cutting it off because they feel it tingling, while other women like it because it makes it easier to grab the cup while removing it.

We usually answer that, yes, it is possible to cut the stem - paying attention not to damage the cup, and making sure not to go beyond the small ball at the base of the stem - but we also say that there is another way to wear the cup without the stem: and that is WEARING THE CUP INSIDE-OUT.

That's right, Luv Ur Body menstrual cups can be worn inside out, just like in the pictures you see. By wearing the menstrual cup inside-out, you won't have the stem, and the capacity of the cup will be slightly reduced: this is good if, for instance, you are on the last days of period and don't need a super-big cup to hold the flow.

We would love too see your cups going inside-out, so if you have one, please post a picture and tag it #LubCup! And let us know how it feels!

Love,

Luv Your Body Menstrual Cups


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