Our Tips for Enjoying the Beach During Your Period
Women who lived near the water before the invention of the first tampon did not forbid themselves from swimming (at least where it wasn’t taboo). Contrary to popular belief, water does not stop menstruation. It even helps you relax and relieve painful periods! So why miss out on the beach this summer? Here are our tips to enjoy it, even during your period, especially thanks to the menstrual swimsuit and menstrual swimsuit for teens.
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What Period Protection to Use at the Beach?
To swim with peace of mind without worrying about staining your bikini or scaring your swimming partners, wearing internal protection is still the simplest solution. Between the cup and the tampon, the cup remains more hygienic since, if properly placed, no drop of seawater can enter your vagina. But don’t worry: a tampon doesn’t absorb the Mediterranean Sea; professional swimmers and divers wear them and have never reported such issues. You just need to change it after swimming for hygiene reasons, and at most every 4 hours to avoid toxic shock syndrome (this also applies to the cup). Once on the sand, you can also put on a pretty menstrual panty to sunbathe comfortably. And for those who want a more discreet and swim-friendly alternative, the menstrual swim panty is an excellent option that is both practical and stylish.
Help, My Tampon String Is Showing
When wearing a tampon under your swimsuit, you need to check that the string doesn’t stick out. For extra security: simply tuck it between your lips. Otherwise, opt for boxer-style swimwear and a cute little beach short!
The Natural Version
To manage your blood flow at the beach, you can also practice free bleeding. A completely zero-waste and eco-friendly method, 100% natural. However, it requires a few months of practice before mastering it fully. It’s up to you; we explain everything in this article.
Ouch, a Blood Stain
If despite all these precautions you end up with a blood stain on your swimsuit, casually wrap a pretty pareo around your waist and you’re all set. Also, choose a beach buddy to alert you in case of trouble. And to be safe, prefer dark-colored swimsuits, quite simply!
Jaws of the Sea
Rest assured right away, you won’t be attacked by a shark if you lose a little blood in the water, even less menstrual blood. Indeed, it contains nothing that reminds sharks of their diet and surfers know this well. Relax.
Scrunchies, Donuts, How About Some Good Ice Cream?
Ice cream, sweets, or greasy fries are not really recommended during your period as they add to the discomfort of abdominal cramps. It’s better to bring some fruit to the beach for a few days, cereal snacks, or enjoy vitamin-packed smoothies.
Love at the Beach (ah-oooh, cha cha cha)
Shoutout to singer Niagara: don’t deprive yourself of love at the sea just because you have your period. Making love during your period is neither dirty nor dangerous. Just saying.
A Good Sunbath
If you still don’t feel comfortable swimming during this phase of your cycle, enjoy the beach with a good book on a towel, under an umbrella, and cool off by dipping your feet in the water.
By Elise
