Menstruation is a natural and healthy part of a woman's life cycle, but due to the massive stigma surrounding the topic, it is still not discussed openly. What is saddening is that so many girls are still unaware of how to manage their period hygienically, and they face multiple issues as a result of this lack of knowledge, so this is your go-to guide to learn about the do's and don'ts of menstrual hygiene, let's educate each other together.

✅ Do’s: The Best Practices for a Healthy Period

1. Change Your Sanitary Products Regularly

No matter what menstrual product you use during your cycle, be it pads, menstrual cups, or tampons, it is necessary to change them every 4-6 regularly to maintain good hygiene and health. Failure to do so may result in bad odor, vaginal infections, and in severe cases due to long hours wearing a tampon can lead to a life-threatening condition known as Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).

2. Wash Your Hands Before and After Changing

Throughout the day, our hands touch many surfaces that may be a source of infection for us. Because we know our private area aka vagina is very sensitive and prone to infections, it is essential to make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before and after changing your sanitary products to prevent bacterial infections.

3. Keep Your Intimate Area Clean (But Gently!)

Your vagina has a natural cleaning mechanism to clean itself, and it requires a specific pH maintained by the body to work perfectly. Using harsh chemicals and fragrant soaps may disturb this mechanism, resulting in unwanted infections, irritation, and itchiness. The simple prevention is to use warm water and fragrance-free soap to clean the external area around your vagina.

4. Stay Hydrated & Eat Well

During our monthly cycle, we frequently experience fatigue, irritability, bloating, cramps, and mood swings. To manage them well, it is important to stay hydrated as it can help prevent cramps and intake iron-rich food (spinach, lentils, and nuts) to maintain your energy levels and also helps your body replenish the blood loss during the cycle, for your mood swings there is no harm in having comfort foods in moderation.

5. Wear Breathable Cotton Underwear

Tight and synthetic underwear can easily trap moisture and produce an excellent growing environment for the growth of bacteria; therefore, it is necessary to use cotton underwear that keeps you fresh, avoids skin rashes, and allows your skin to remain breathable, preventing moisture and bacterial infection.

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🚫 Don’ts: What to Avoid During Your Period

1. Don’t Use Scented Products

Our vagina has some natural bacterial growth known as vaginal flora that helps in preventing urogenital infections. Using scented products like pads, tampons, and intimidate washes may appear appealing and attractive, but they significantly disturb your vaginal flora, leading to infections and even causing inflammation that may disrupt your menstrual cycle.

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2. Don’t Ignore Unusual Symptoms

Don't ignore the symptoms your body is sending you. If you're feeling severe pain, unexpected heavy flow, or a foul-smelling discharge, your body is warning you something is wrong, and you should seek attention from a healthcare professional as soon as possible.

3. Don’t Flush Pads or Tampons

Sanitary items such as pads and tampons are not biodegradable and do not break down like toilet paper; instead, they can clog drains, resulting in blocked sewage pipes and environmental damage; the best method to dispose of them is to always wrap them in tissue and dispose of them correctly. Better yet, switch to environmentally friendly items!

4. Don’t Skip Rest & Self-Care

Your body feels lethargic, experience cramps and bloating during the menstrual cycle due to ongoing hormonal changes, so you should not overburden yourself during your period and prioritize rest well as your energy level may be lower than normal, especially in the first few days. You can use herbal teas, heating pads to reduce bloating and cramps and give your body the rest it deserves.

Choose Safe, Organic Menstrual Care with Fempure

What you use for menstruation hygiene is extremely important! Many commercial pads and tampons include toxic chemicals, perfumes, and plastics that can irritate and cause discomfort.

Now that you’re equipped with the do’s and don’ts of menstrual hygiene, it’s time to put them into practice—and spread the word! Small changes can make a big difference, not just for you but for those around you.

At Fempure, we’re on a mission to create a period-positive Pakistan by encouraging safe, healthy, and stigma-free menstrual care.
That's why Fempure provides organic, chemical-free menstrual solutions that keep you safe, comfortable, and confident.

Let’s break the silence, make informed choices, and empower every girl and woman to have a safer, more comfortable period.