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Stay hydrated

This is so important. Anyone who is going through their time of the month knows that period cramps suck. I have a friend who had to make sure she was in a safe place when her period started because there was a good chance she was going to pass out. No kidding. While staying hydrated might not keep you from passing out (which, by the way, if you do, I strongly suggest you seek out supplementation to get that under control), putting enough water in your body throughout the day will greatly ease the discomfort of those unavoidable cramps.

Light painkiller always in your purse

Ever get to work just as the monthly uterus party was about to get started and realize, “Oh crap. Today is going to suck.” I used to try to stick it out and play it tough through Aunt Flow’s visit but since becoming a mom, employee, blogger, I’ve realized, ain’t no body got time for that! Keep a light painkiller in your bag to have with you on the go so that you don’t get stopped in your tracks when unfriendly cramps show up.

Tea

Guys. Did you know there’s such a thing as monthly comfort tea??? These teas combine herbs and spices to specifically help ease cramping. Keep a stash of tea at your desk as work and next to your stove at home to put some heat on the cramps and ease them away.

Wear dresses

As tempting as it is to get your frump on for the week, putting on a dress is an awesome way to keep it cute, simple, and comfy. Wearing a dress is the perfect solution when you’re wanting to keep your yoga pants on all day but momlife, work, and everything in between is telling you you can’t.

Rest, rest, rest

As much as I try to power through the day and week when aunt flow comes to visit, I’m not a very happy person if I’m tired, achy, and uncomfortable on top of being generally inconvenienced. Communicating to my husband I need a nap or to go to bed early during those few days is a super helpful way to feel rested and ready to go when I would normally just try to grin and bear it.

Never leave home without your stash

If you’re going to get through your time of the month with the best chance of not having a breakdown, make sure you pick out the essentials that won’t let you down. U by Kotex tampons and pads fit super discreetly in any sized bag or clutch so they’re always there right when you need them. Not to mention, these tampons are actually pretty cute.  Best of all, U by Kotex tampons and pads are available at Walmart, so you don’t need to make an extra trip to the drug store

Best of all, U by Kotex tampons and pads are available at Walmart, so you don’t need to make an extra trip to the drug store. U by Kotex Click tampons are perfect for travel or just being discreet. U by Kotex Cleanwear has a unique 3D Capture Core with Xpress DRI cover for crazy fast absorption to help stop leaks. They stay secure with uniquely shaped Tru-Fit® wings

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