periods (menstruation) why do we have them? how do they happen? how can we manage them?

Periods(Menstruation)

• Why do we have them?• How do they happen?• How can we manage them?

Female Anatomy

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Menstrual Cycle

Sanitary ProtectionThere are 3 types of sanitary protection

• Pantiliners

• Sanitary Towels

• Tampons

Pantiliners

Can be used: - When your period is very light- When your waiting for your period- As tampon backup

Sanitary Towels• Easy to use• Different shapes and sizes to suit anyone• Change about every 4 hours(They will leak if you don’t change them frequently or choose the wrong type.)

How to use a sanitary towel

1. Pull off paper strip or wrapper.

2. Attach sticky part securely to center of underwear.

3. For wings, peel off paper strips and wrap around sides of underwear.

Tampons

• Worn inside your vagina

• Need changing 4-6 hourly

• Takes time to learn how to use them

• Are discreet

• Gives you freedom to do any activity

Using Tampons

• Wash your hands before and after use• Insert end of tampon into the vagina then

push upwards and backwards• Remove by pulling gently on the string

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome(PMS)

Symptoms may include: ●Tender breasts● Headaches● Mood swings● Stomach cramps● Feeling bloated● Tiredness● Spots● Food cravings● Difficulty concentrating

Many girls and women suffer with PMS.

Life Must Go On!

• Have a warm bath• Massage your stomach• Have a nice warm drink• Use a hot water bottle or use a heat pad.• Eat a well balanced diet.• Exercise• Painkillers