How to Enjoy Periods

It''s that time of the month again! Periods do not have to be so stressful if you learn how to enjoy them.

Steps

1

Get happy about your period. When you''ve gone through menopause, you might actually miss them.

2

Know that periods signify health, so that''s another bonus! Many women forget this and think it just means pain. Would you rather have long term health difficulties, or some minor pain once every month? Periods aren''t all bad -- they are a sign that you''re healthy.

3

Eat bananas. Bananas are known to help abdominal cramps caused by the uterus contracting.

4

If the pain is too much, definitely take a day off; do not force yourself to go to school or work when you are unable to.

5

Watch comedy videos on YouTube or DVDs you have at home. Comedy will take your mind off the pain that often comes with having a period.

6

Do some yoga exercises. If you search YouTube, you can find many videos that show yoga techniques that can relieve menstrual cramps.

7

Exercise lightly. Going for a walk or jog can help relieve cramping.

8

Get some rest. Lack of sleep will make you tired and therefore more restless!

9

Don''t feel sorry for yourself. It''s commonly said that period pains are amongst the worst pains in the world, but there are people who are worse off than you such as the men and women suffering from life-threatening illnesses. Be grateful that your pain is coming in the form of a period, rather than something worse.

10

Don''t be afraid to give in to your cravings, unless it damages your long term health. Have some chocolate if you are craving it, but be aware that too much chocolate may increase pain.

11

Try using pads instead of tampons if you are in pain. Tampons work inside your body and can give you worse menstrual cramps, especially if you have the same one for too long - avoid using tampons overnight for this reason. When used irresponsibly, tampons can cause toxic shock syndrome. Tampons can also cause pain if you don''t insert them correctly - if you still feel the tampon inside you it may mean it''s not in the correct position or not inserted far enough.

12

Periods can be used as an indication that you aren''t pregnant. If you aren''t trying to get pregnant, this can definitely be cause for relief! If you are sexually active and can''t get access to any pregnancy tests, your period coming can usually indicate that you are not pregnant and you don''t have to worry. However, vaginal bleeding is not always caused by your period and some people will spot a bit when they become pregnant.