Between two waves, a question comes back every summer on the beach towels: can we enjoy the sea even during its period? Spoiler: Yes, without the slightest hesitation. It is simply enough for a little preparation to transform this dreaded moment into a light, salty … and released day.
Choose the right hygienic protection to bathe
In water, the rules do not evaporate. And if some protections illusion, others are to be avoided without detour. The choice depends both on your flow, your personal comfort and your body ease.
- The hygienic towel is completely ineffective in the water. It is throated with water from the first seconds and becomes unusable;
- The stamp is the classic solution. It effectively absorbs blood, even in water, but has risks: harmful substances, possible irritation, and above all toxic shock syndrome if you keep it too long;
- The menstrual cut is a more ecological and durable alternative, which remains discreet even in a jersey. But her installation requires a little habit, and she can be uncomfortable so poorly inserted;
- The menstrual swimsuit is today the star of swimming during the period. It contains integrated, invisible protection, often with a quadruple anti-leak barrier. No need to insert anything, everything is sewn in the lining. Once you put on, you can forget it for several hours.
Missing on comfortable clothes suitable for heat
The rules can cause bloating, a feeling of heaviness or abdominal pain. Nothing better while than loose clothes to let your body breathe and move freely. A light dress, elastic size shorts, or a long skirt will do much more than tight jeans.
Another detail: color. Black can reassure by camouflaging any leaks, but attracts heat. If the weather flirts with 40 degrees, it is better to opt for clear and airy tones.
And don’t forget that the skin can be irritated by recent hair removal, especially in the jersey. Avoid too sticky fabrics or rigid seams that rub and cause redness.
Hydrate and eat light to limit the inconveniences
The sun hits, the sand heats up, and the body loses a lot of water. If you are in period of rules, dehydration can accentuate cramps and fatigue. Plan a large bottle of water and drink regularly, even if you are not particularly thirsty.
On the food side, it is better to zap the fat or sweet snacks sold at the beach. They strengthen the feeling of bloating and weigh down the stomach. Instead, favor fresh fruit, homemade smoothies, crunchy salads, or nuts and seeds that boost your energy without weighing down your digestion.
Protect yourself from the sun … and overheating
An irritated skin, a spinning head, a sunstroke or a sunburn can transform your day into an ordeal. And during the rules, the body is often more vulnerable. Protect yourself with an index 50 sunscreen, wear a wide hat, plan a parasol and sit in the shade as often as possible.
And since you will surely move, remember to renew the sunscreen after each swim, even with a menstrual jersey.
Move to relieve the cramps
Contrary to what one might think, moving during his period does not hurt. On the contrary. A gentle or moderate physical activity makes it possible to relieve pain by activating blood circulation and by relaxing the tense muscles.
At the beach, it can go through a quiet swim, a racket match, a game of Beach Volley or a walk on the sand. In addition to circulating blood, this will also allow you to think of something other than your abdominal pain.