Every girl and woman who goes through the menstruation period knows the feeling, the shift in the body and the mental note screaming “it’s that time of the month.” But alongside the cramps, mood swings and random cravings, there’s something just as important as Cleanliness.
A good hygiene for women and girls is so essential but even more essential when it comes to “that time of the month”. Cleanliness through “that time of the month” protects your health, keeps you feeling fresh regardless of the cramps. Many girls still struggle with how to properly clean themselves while in periods.
It’s high time, we talk about it all, openly, honestly! Here are a few things you should always do to stay clean during your period
- Change sanitary products regularly
Pads, tampons or menstrual cups should be regularly changed, at least 4 to 6 hours to be precise, or even frequently if your flow is heavy. Wearing one pad all day is unsafe and unhealthy, it can cause odor, skin rashes or infections. Always remember to take an extra pad or cloth every time, everywhere you go.
- Wash your private area gently
Remember to always clean the external part with warm water at least twice a day, most especially in the morning and before bed. Avoid harsh soaps or perfumed products because they might cause irritation.
- Wipe the right way after using the toilet
After using the toilet, always wipe from front to back to avoid transferring to your private parts.
- Wear Clean, Breathable Underwear.
Always wear well washed under wear and it is advisable to iron them before use. Cotton under wear is the best because it allows air to circulate and reduces sweating around your private area.
- Properly dispose of used pads or materials.
Wrap used pads in a toilet paper and throw them in a covered bin. Never flush pads because it blocks toilets
- Keep your hands clean
Wash your hands before and after changing your pads or touching your genital area. This prevents transferring dirt and germs to sensitive parts of your body.
The last bonus tip is always drink water because it keeps your body clean from the inside.
Final Message: Clean Girl, Confident Girl.
Periods should never make a girl feel dirty, embarrassed or uncomfortable. Once you adapt all the mentioned things to do throughout your periods, you can stay clean, fresh and confident every single month. Women and girls that go through this every month are very powerful. And with cleanliness, you carry that powerfulness with pride.
Brenna AKARABO
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