It often happens that the holiday planning for months suddenly starts deteriorating, when it is revealed that periods are coming during the vacation trip. Many questions immediately start moving in the brain, will the trip have to be canceled? Will there be trouble in the journey? Will I be able to have fun like other friends or family?
Actually, periods are not a disease but a natural process. With a little understanding and preparation, you can enjoy the trip as much as the rest of the time. Just for this you
The most important thing is to pack the right goods. Often people pay attention to clothes and accessories during the holidays but forget the needs to periods. Pad, tampons, mental cups or period panties you use everyday, keep the stock with it. To keep the pad or cup used, pack a disposable bag or ziplock bag. Long journey is very useful for weight wipes, tissue paper and hand sanitizers. Make a small period kit in your handbag, so that you do not have to get upset in the middle of the journey.
Some easy natural remedies can be tried instead of relying only on medicines for pain or mood swings of periods. Ginger tea helps in reducing cramps and inflammation, while chamomile tea relieves stress and mood swings. If there is more pain in the stomach, do not forget to keep hot water bottle or heating pad in the bag. Eat food lightly, avoid more spicy or oily food.
The first 1-2 days of periods are often more pain and heaviness. Do not plan long trekking or walking active tour in such days. Take a break during the journey. Keep in mind that there should be a bathroom facility.
If you are going to a place where clean water or bathroom facility is low, keep sanitary wipes, tissue and hand sanitizers with you. Also take a small towel or scarf. It is right to install a light liner or pad with a manstrual cup for a long train or bus trip. Always keep extra underwear and bottoms in your bag.
The body feels swelling and heaviness during periods, so wear loose and comfortable clothes. Free size dress, long tops, joggers or leggings are the best options. Wear dark colored bottles, as the pattern looks less when bleeding.
