While we anticipate our periods every month, the thought of the discomfort that goes with it is anxiety-inducing, not to mention motion-stopping (literally!), especially when severe abdominal pain (dysmenorrhea) occurs. The menstrual cycle typically varies among women, so it is vital to listen to your body during the time of the month. Here are the smart ways to deal with pain or discomfort during red days.
Clue period tracker
From Google Play Official Website
By keeping tabs on your period (hopefully, with the fastest and most reliable WiFi connection at home), period tracker apps serve as a health monitoring device that can flag any potential underlying health problems, especially if you notice changes or abnormalities in your cycle.
Clue is a period and cycle tracker app that helps you track your period, discover patterns in your menstrual cycle and learn how your body works. Its science-based insights help you understand how your menstrual cycle affects your mind and body. It is a free app, but a paid version, Clue Plus, lets you access even more features, such as enhanced period predictions and a more detailed analysis of your cycle. Download Clue from the App Store or Google Play.
Heating pads
From Amazon Official Website
Applying gentle heat during menstrual cramps reduces the pain and relaxes your abdomen and pelvic muscles. We often want to sleep the pain away when there’s discomfort. However, some women feel like moving while trying to soothe cramps. Either way, the Sunbeam Goheat Cordless Heating Pad is a wearable technology that enables you to walk around free of a cord while receiving hours of continuous heat. It comes with a rechargeable lithium battery that can run up to 4 hours. It also heats up within just 30 seconds. You can even spray the pad with water if you want to turn it into a warm compress. Order your own Cordless Heating Pad for $54.99 or around P3,000.00 at Amazon.
From Lazada Official Website
If you’re in the market for something more affordable, this electric heating pad does just the trick. This warming blanket is made with a flannel finish, giving you the utmost comfort, and it can also be used for strained and achy necks and shoulders. The best part? You can machine-wash the heating pad without causing damage to its inner mechanism. Add this Electric Heating Pad to your Lazada cart today.
Back massager
From Amazon Official Website
In addition to abdominal pain, many women also suffer from lower back pain before and during their periods. Thankfully, smart solutions, like the Comfier Heating Pad for Back Pain, exist to soothe our troubles. This heating pad can be wrapped around your body, soothing your achy back with its two heat settings, two vibration levels, and three massage modes. You may also use this as a heating pad for abdominal pain, leg cramps, or arthritic pain relief. Or why not use it on other days you feel like relaxing, especially after a hard day’s work? The Comfier Heating Pad retails for $42.96 or around P2,400.00 on Amazon.
From Lazada Official Website
This wireless (and more budget-friendly!) Portable Cordless Heating Pad instantly heats up within seconds, offering faster relief. This model has four vibration modes that you can adjust according to your preference and comfort level. You can use it while you relax, work from home, or even during your workouts. The Portable Cordless Heating Pad retails at ₱625 on Lazada.
Smart strategies for period relief
Dealing with period troubles can be a handful, but we hope our smart solutions help you stay healthy and informed the smart way.
If you need further assistance with your cycle, help is always available. The mWell app offers 24/7 telemedicine support for any health concerns you or a loved one may face. Learn more about mWell today for a wholistic approach to your health and wellness!
With additional reporting from Karess Rubrico.