One of the biggest fears during menstruation is unexpected bleeding. Waking up in the morning to find a red-stained sheet is not pleasant. And what about that feeling of suspicious moisture between your legs during a class at school, a meeting at work, or while shopping in the middle of the square? To avoid these inconveniences, we have 5 tips for you on how to prevent bleeding and how to best handle the situation if an accident does occur.
Why does blood leak during menstruation?
Menstrual bleeding occurs when menstrual blood seeps through a menstrual cup. except for clothing. There can be a number of reasons for leakage:
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unexpected arrival of menstruation
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Incorrectly placed or inserted menstrual protection product
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incorrect size or absorbency of the product
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heavy menstrual bleeding
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position when sleeping or moving
How to prevent blood loss in time
Start tracking your menstrual cycle
To get a little more control over your period, start tracking your menstrual cycle . Once you get to know it, it can be much easier to predict when your period will come, as well as the days when your bleeding will be heavier. You can learn everything you need to know about your menstrual cycle in our webinar, Cycle Harmony .
Choose the right size and absorbency of your menstrual cup
Make sure you are using the right size tampon, pad or any other menstrual aid that matches the intensity of your period. The amount of blood loss can vary throughout your period. On days when your flow is heavier, you may need to change your product more often, or you may find a pad or tampon with a higher absorbency more comfortable . Don't forget to change your menstrual pads and tampons regularly, preferably every 3-6 hours. This not only reduces the risk of bleeding, but also prevents infections.
Sleep in the right position
We don't have as much control over our periods while we sleep as we do during the day. All it takes is an awkward position or a misplaced pad and an accident can happen. If you suffer from frequent nighttime bleeding, sleeping on your side can reduce the risk of an accident. And our night pads with wings can help you have a worry-free night.
Prepare backup intimate necessities
It's always a good idea to have pads or tampons on hand, even if you're not expecting your period yet. Just in case, keep them in your bag or on your desk so you're prepared not only for your needs, but also for someone else who might need them.
Dress in dark clothes.
It's practical to wear darker clothes during your period, which can help to reduce concerns about visible stains. You can also keep a spare pair of underwear or pants in your bag.
When an accident happens
It's just that sometimes there's leakage during menstruation. It's not pleasant, but every girl or woman experiences it at some point in their life, and there's no reason to be ashamed of it.
If you find yourself in such a situation in public, keep your cool . If you have the opportunity, change clothes, try to clean the stain from your panties or skirt with water, or throw a sweater around your waist. If you don't have any menstrual supplies with you, try asking a friend or colleague. Most women have been in a similar situation and someone will be happy to help you. In an emergency, you can temporarily use toilet paper as a backup protection until you can get to a pad or tampon.
"Up to 64% of women have suddenly had their period during work hours without access to necessary hygiene products."
The Femvia study found that Stress from bleeding during menstruation or having to find a tampon are common situations for many girls and women at school or in the workplace. Up to 64% of women have suddenly had their period during working hours without access to the necessary hygiene products.
Making menstrual products readily available at work or school can prevent these situations and provide women with a sense of security and reassurance that they will have the support they need in the event of unexpected circumstances. This simple step also contributes to an empathetic environment in which women can fully focus on their work or studies without unnecessary concerns about menstrual problems.
You can download the results of the Femvie study , including specific suggestions for improving working conditions during menstruation, in the PDF document Menstruation and menstrual hygiene in the workplace HERE .
