Period power understanding

Menstruation and ownings your health:

Periods are the tiny monthly storm that all girls experiment but are still wrapped in whispers,
myths and awkward silence. But the reality is that menstruation is not a shame, it is sign of
health, strength and a miracle level biological system at work.
It brings mood swings and cramps, cravings and confidence dips. Every period tells own story
but the more we understand the story the more we empower our body.

What is exactly a period?

A period is a natural cycle of your body and it is a preparation for pregnancy. Each month the
uterus builds an inner cozy lining of blood and epithelial tissues and if no pregnancy happens ,
The lining sheds and the shedding is called period. It is
simple, normal and healthy process.

The menstrual cycle lasts 28-32 days but it is different for everyone. Talking about it should not
be considered as something shameful because it is a natural process, and it is the biology doing
its functions beautifully.

Signs your period is coming:

Every girl knows the pre period vibe-shift.

• Cramps in the lower belly
• Mode swings (from angel to dragon in minutes)
• Acne popping uninvited
• Breast tenderness
• Food cravings
• Bloating
• Feeling tired

These are called pre-menstrual syndrome and they are completely natural.

Why periods are sign of health:

A regular period is a sign of monthly health report card, if you are getting your periods on fix
time then it is considered as the sign of good health. It means followings

• Your hormones are balanced
• Your reproductive system is working
• Your bones, brain and hormones are in sync
• Your body is growing naturally

If you experience late periods or if your periods are irregular it can be a sign that your body is
stressed , under nourished or dealing with hormonal issues.

Health menstruation: What every girl should know?

Maintain a good hygiene:

A girl should know the following things.

• A girl should change period after 4-5 hours
• Wash your intimate area with soft soap and clean water
• Never keep a pad for a long time
• Wear breathable cotton pads

Good hygiene keeps you away from irritation, bad odour and infection.

Eat well during your period:

During periods your body loses iron and energy. Refill it with

• Green leafy vegetables
• Eggs
• Fish
• Yogurt
• Bananas
• Dark chocolate
• Fresh vegetables.

Manage cramps smartly:

To manage cramps smartly a girl should

• Use a bottle of warm water
• Light stretching or walking
• Take rest
• Drink warm fluids
• If pain is unbearable then consult a doctor because severe pain isn’t normal.

Track your cycle:

Every girl should use an app or diary to note down the date because we often forget our days
and it can lead to an awkward situation because periods often visit uninvited.

Therefore

• Understand your body
• Predict your next period
• Identity irregularities early.

Myths vs facts: Breaking the silence:

Myths:

Lets’s talk about the common myths.

• A girl on periods is impure
• You shouldn’t shower during period
• Exercise will make the bleeding worse
• Periods should always be regular

Facts:

Now break the chains of myth and tell the world about reality.

• The girl is impure , it is absolutely false because it is considered as the period blood
  consist of a number of stem cells which are very effective in treating many skin issues
  and diseases. During periods a girl is clean.
• A girl should take a warm water bath because it can relieve or give a little comfort.
• Light exercises reduce pain , cramps and mood swings.
• The cycle of period varies usually in teens and it is considered as normal.

Breaking these myths and stereotype thoughts is the first step toward menstrual dignity.

Conclusion:

A period is not a punishment, it is the natural way of going and surviving. The good health of
uterus and its natural process of preparing itself for pregnancy in future. And if the cycle gets
miss then it can cause great complications. Mostly people consider it as impure but in reality it is
sacred and consist of a potential that it can cure many diseases. So girlies give confidence to
yourself and consider it as a blessing and yourself as a blessed one.