How do I deal with my period while traveling?
How do I deal with my period while traveling?
- Prepare your period products. Make sure you bring enough, store them where they are easily accessible, and keep them clean. ...
- Take time to rest. Don't just go, go, go until you're miserable. ...
- Manage pain before it becomes a problem.
Can I wear a pad on a plane?
Yes, you can. Access to clean feminine hygiene products is a basic human right and no airline can prevent you from bringing them onboard. If you're already on your period or there is even a slim chance that your period might start during your journey, you should always pack a good supply of pads and/or tampons.
Do flight attendants have tampons?
Planes are required to travel with fully stocked first aid kits. If you need a bandaid, sanitizing wipe, or some basic medications, you can ask your flight attendant if they have what you need. Some airlines also offer sanitary pads and tampons as part of their medical supplies, but you can't count on it.
Does your period get heavier on a plane?
Does it get heavier while on a plane? Your period will not get heavier during a flight, and the good news is that there is some evidence it may even get lighter. This is due to both the air pressure and the high altitude. One or both of these might then cause a short instances of heavier flow upon landing.
Why does my period get worse when I travel?
While many hormones are involved in the control of your menstrual cycle, two important ones are known to be directly related to travel and stress: cortisol and melatonin. Travel often goes hand-in-hand with stress, explained Dr. Klein, and this can cause cortisol levels to fluctuate.