Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Preparation
• Part 2 of 3: On the Beach
• Part 3 of 3: How to Go to the Beach Without Tampons
• Warnings

All week you have been waiting for a beach day with your friends, and suddenly - hello! - your critical days have begun. Wait, don't cancel this event. With the right accessories and planning, you can swim, sunbathe and have fun with your friends.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Preparation

1. 1 Use a menstrual cup or tampon if you plan on swimming. A pad will certainly not work for swimming. It will quickly absorb water and no longer be able to absorb your secretions, it will swell to an embarrassing apparent size, it will not go unnoticed under a swimsuit and can slip out and float to the surface. Tampons and menstrual cups collect menstrual flow before it even leaves the body, so the chance of leakage is extremely small.
   • A tampon can be worn for up to 8 hours and a menstrual cup up to 12, so you can switch from sunbathing to swimming and volleyball without having to run to the bathroom.
   • Look for tampons labeled “active” or “active,” or those that are designed for use during sports. These tampons are much less likely to leak and are specifically designed to stay in place when you swim, run or lunge to catch a frisbee.
   • If you are worried about the tampon thread not showing, just grab a nail scissors and carefully cut the thread after inserting the tampon. Alternatively, tuck it under the lining of your swimsuit and you'll be fine.
   • When you enter the water, your discharge may stop or become very slight. The pressure in the water can act as a plug or a small airlock to keep the menstrual fluid inside. But there are no firm guarantees that this will happen, so don't count on pressure.
2. 2 Bring an adequate supply of the necessary supplies with you. Put a few spare tampons in your cosmetic bag and toss it into your beach bag so you don't run out of hygiene products at the worst possible time. The discharge may be stronger than you expected, and you may need to change your tampon several times. Or it could be that you will stay on the beach longer than expected and exceed the 8-hour tampon safe period.
   • With more than enough supply on hand, your soul will be calm and you can relax and enjoy yourself instead of puzzling over where to find a new tampon.
   • Bring a couple of extra tampons with you, it can end up saving the day if your friend suddenly starts her period or forgets to bring extra supplies with her.
3. 3 Wear a dark colored swimsuit. This is not the best time to put on your favorite white swimsuit. There is always a small chance of leaks, and since you will not be wearing a panty liner that will protect you from leaks, choose a swimsuit in a dark color, such as black or blue, to cover up any emergencies if any.
   • If you are very worried about leaks, wearing shorts or draping a cute sarong over the bottom of your swimsuit will provide an extra layer of protection.
4. 4 Take some pain reliever with you to help manage cramps. What could be worse than menstrual abdominal pain? Menstrual abdominal pain on the beach. Be sure to bring a mild pain reliever with you (as well as water and some snacks so you can take the pain reliever with them).
   • Take warm or hot lemon water in a thermos. This will increase blood circulation and help your muscles relax, which will ease your spasms.
5. 5 Skip or delay your period with birth control. If you know that your week at sea falls on the same week as your period, you can skip your period that month, or simply delay it by a week. This can be done from time to time, it is safe and does not affect the effectiveness of your contraceptive.
   • If you are on birth control pills, do not take the week of inactive pills you take when you start your period (they are usually marked or of a different color). Instead, start taking new packs immediately.
   • If you are using a birth control patch or ring, remove it normally after three weeks. But instead of walking without this remedy for a week, immediately replace it with the next one.
   • You can still get a little spotting when you skip your period, so it's worth bringing a panty liner with you daily just in case.
   • Make sure you have a spare pack of birth control pills or a spare patch or ring.

Part 2 of 3: On the Beach

1. 1 Drink plenty of water and avoid salty foods to prevent bloating and stomach cramps. You certainly don't want to feel bloated or uncomfortable the day you should be frolicking in your swimsuit. Avoid fried or very salty foods, but eat fruits with a high water content, such as watermelon or berries, or calcium-rich almonds, which will ease cramps.
   • Avoid caffeine, which can make cramping worse.
   • Drink water, decaffeinated tea, or natural lemonade instead of soda or alcoholic drinks, which can increase bloating.
2. 2 Sit close to the toilet. It is not necessary to camp directly under the toilet door, but position yourself so that it is at least in your field of vision. Then you can be sure that you can quickly run off to change your tampon or check for leaks if necessary. In addition, having an empty bladder and bowel will relieve cramps, so you should use the toilet often enough. This will make you feel comfortable all the time.
3. 3 Use an oil-free SPF formulated specifically for the face. Many women suffer from facial rashes and inflammation during their periods, and an oily sunscreen can only make the situation worse. Find a sunscreen that is designed for your face, it won't cause breakouts. If you're too concerned about acne and redness, use a tinted moisturizer over sunscreen to even out your skin tone.
   • A pair of oversized sunglasses and a cute wide-brimmed hat can also mask your period acne. Plus, you'll look super trendy!
4. 4 Go for a swim or get active to relieve cramps. This may seem like the last thing you want to do, but exercise is sometimes the best treatment for cramps. The endorphins produced by the body will lift your mood and act as a natural pain reliever.
   • If you really don't feel like moving, raising your legs by placing them on a stack of towels or your beach bag will help relieve cramps.Also try lying on your stomach and taking slow, deep breaths.

Part 3 of 3: How to Go to the Beach Without Tampons

1. 1 Try learning how to use tampons. Many women are intimidated by tampons until they try them for the first time. In fact, it is a very comfortable, easy to wear and convenient hygiene product. Practice using them before you go to the beach (but only during your period - using tampons when you are not on your period can be painful and dangerous) so you feel confident by the time you go into the water.
   • Remember: tampons cannot get lost in your body. If something happens and the string comes off, the tampon will still be very easy to remove. Just never wear one tampon for more than 8 hours and you will be fine.
   • Some women do have difficulty inserting tampons because their hymen is too small or tight.
2. 2 Put on your pad and spend the day reading and sunbathing. If you don't plan on swimming, you can get by with a thin padding under your swimsuit. Make sure it has no wings and check in the mirror to see if it is too large or visible under the swimsuit.
   • Wear cute shorts or tie a pareo around your hips if the pad is slightly visible under the swimsuit.
3. 3 Try swimming without a pad. This is tricky and can end up with the discharge leaking while swimming. However, if you cannot use a tampon, and fear how you want to get into the water, try this option. When you decide to go swimming, go to the toilet and remove the pad. Put on your shorts and hurry into the water.
   • Take off your shorts and leave them in the sand, and then quickly climb into the water. This is not entirely reliable, but water can stop the discharge while swimming or make it so slight that no one will notice.
   • When you get out of the water, immediately put on your shorts, grab a fresh pad and head to the toilet to put it on. The pad may not stick to wet fabric, so maybe you should just change into your panties and stay in your shorts.
   • Your periods won't attract sharks, so don't worry about that.

Warnings

• Do not wear a tampon for more than 8 hours! Otherwise, you may be at risk of developing toxic shock syndrome.