Is your company's vacation schedule drawn up, as expected, 2 weeks in advance? And you are in a hurry to “borrow” a convenient month, dreaming of a trip to warmer lands and enjoying the gentle sea waves. But here’s the problem: literally only a few people manage to match their vacation days to their own “critical days” (or rather, to the period when they definitely won’t exist).
Most women cannot calculate their cycle a year in advance: for some it “jumps” by 2-3 days, for others it is always uneven. In addition, even with an ideal cycle, there is a danger of failure due to stress, illness, climate change, and finally. Menstruation at sea on vacation: let's think about how we can avoid this problem, and if this was not possible, how to get through this minor trouble easier.
- What to do if your period comes at sea
- How to induce or delay menstruation before vacation
- Menstruation in a teenager at sea
- Delay after a vacation at sea
- How to reduce highlighting
Menstruation at sea: what to do
First, let's look at the situation when it is too late to take preventive measures: you are already at sea and feel the imminent approach of day (or rather, not the day, but the hour) “X”.
All women are interested in whether it is possible to swim and sunbathe during this period.
Reviews from doctors in this case are clear: gynecologists are against taking water and sunbathing on the days when menstruation occurs. The reasons are as follows: during menstruation, the female body experiences hormonal stress. If the body “feels” that, it reduces the level of progesterone, which entails an increase in the synthesis of prostaglandins. Under the influence of these hormones, the uterus spasms, and the functional layer of the endometrium begins to be rejected - the same one that was supposed to serve as the site of attachment of the embryo. Part of the endometrium is rejected, and the dead egg is released.
Spasms and hormonal surges cause. A woman may experience:
- pain in the lower abdomen;
- headache;
- nausea;
- drowsiness, lethargy.
If the first days of menstruation fall at the beginning of sea swimming, all these manifestations may intensify. Exposure to high temperatures is unfavorable for any bleeding: blood loss in the heat is always greater than in the cold, since the blood vessels are dilated. Therefore, swimming during a holiday at sea should begin no earlier than on the third or fourth day, when blood flow decreases.
The same applies to sunbathing. Overheating will cause an extension of this phase of the cycle, and you will have to suffer longer with the gaskets. In addition, when you come out of the sea into the heat and sun, your body experiences sharp temperature fluctuations. And immunity during menstruation is somewhat weakened. Therefore, it is easy to catch a cold or catch an infection.
If you do not know what to do in such a situation, it is best to ask your doctor for advice. Most likely, he will say that the best solution would be to wait a few days and start bathing only when your period subsides.
Of course, you should listen to the recommendations of doctors. But sometimes it’s upsetting to tears: I flew (or drove) to this sea far away, waited six months for vacation, mentally marking every day I lived on the calendar, and here you go - you can’t swim!
“Experienced” travelers will tell you what to do so that menstruation does not turn into an annoying obstacle to proper rest. Surely you have friends who conquer the world no matter what surprise their own body has prepared.
To the question: “How to swim in the sea during menstruation?” they have the answer ready. They assure that you can swim, swim and generally have a good rest if you follow some rules. Let's list them:
- you need to wait out the first 1-2 days, staying in the shade if possible, away from the sun's rays, and going knee-deep into the water;
- For the first couple of days, you should wear a pad, as the discharge is abundant - using a pad reduces the likelihood of developing an infection;
- on the 3-4th day you can swim with a tampon (you need to change the hygiene product before swimming);
- bathing time no more than 20 minutes;
- After swimming, the tampon should be changed immediately.
By following these simple rules, you will “kill two birds with one stone”: gradually accustom the body to climate change, which will facilitate acclimatization, and enable the reproductive organs to function as usual, without exposing them to stress.
On the fifth day you can already swim without a tampon. Most often, by this time the discharge almost stops. But in a hot climate, things may not go according to the usual scenario, so carry intimate hygiene products with you until the process is complete.
Reasons for failure
The menstrual cycle is a very delicate system, the cyclicity of which is ensured by sex hormones, as well as other biologically active substances. The frequency of the onset of menstrual periods depends not only on ovulation and the degree of growth of the endometrium, but also on the season of the year, the woman’s psychological comfort, her relaxation and not being bothered by everyday problems.
When going on vacation to the sea, we radically change our usual way of life, “shake up” the body and all systems. It is not in vain that couples who are unsuccessfully planning children are recommended to travel to warm countries. Such a shake-up reconfigures all mechanisms and connections, including the organs of the reproductive system.
During or after a holiday at sea, the cycle can either be shortened or extended. It depends on whether the trip will take place in the first or second phase. What objective reasons and arguments can be given?
Phases of the normal menstrual cycle
Moving
Often the transport you have to use to get to the place is inconvenient, or you have to wait in queues for many hours, or sit through time when plane flights are delayed. Traveling at night saves us hours for rest, but this is not a very pleasant thing for the body. During such travel, the production of melatonin, which is responsible for good sleep and well-being in the morning, is disrupted. As a result, the work of the pituitary gland and hypothalamus is disrupted, which, among other things, regulate the production of luteinizing (LH) and follicle-stimulating (FSH) hormones, which are responsible for the maturation and release of the egg, and during the onset of menstruation. Often the move takes more than one day, for example, if you travel by train or car.
Climate change
Even without going anywhere, women can experience disruptions in their menstrual cycle when the seasons change, especially summer-autumn and winter-spring. This is primarily due to the temperature difference - the body “reconfigures itself” to a time favorable for conception, and vice versa. When a woman decides to enjoy the sun of Egypt in the midst of a winter blizzard, this cannot but affect her hormonal levels, and as a result - a delay in her period after a trip to the sea.
Length of day
Increasing or decreasing the amount of daylight also matters. The biological clock of any person is adjusted precisely to this parameter. As a rule, when arriving at the seaside, women spend most of the day outside the hotel: basking in the sun or cooling off in the water.
Diet
During such holidays, the diet also changes. Often in the office or during hectic work, you don’t have enough energy and there is no way to make not only a full lunch, but even a snack. And on vacation you often expect an all-inclusive program and five to six meals a day. This is where my soul takes off and I want to try everything. There is both benefit and harm in this. Such variety and quantity of food, especially fresh fish, fruits and vegetables, provide the body with the daily requirement of all vitamins and microelements. But after overeating comes several hated kilograms.
As you know, adipose tissue is hormonally active, it is a source of estrogens, which directly regulate the menstrual cycle, and as a result, after a vacation at sea, a delay in menstruation occurs in 50% of women.
Sufficient consumption of seafood provides a woman with the necessary amount of iodine, which affects the function of the thyroid gland. And she is the “conductor” of our body, influencing both the ovulation process and the condition of the mammary glands.
Physical exercise
Some women, after routine office work, choose an active form of recreation. And on a regular tour, the curious will find many excursions and fun pastimes. Unusual physical activity contributes to the release of large amounts of adrenaline, dopamine and even oxytocin, which, through the hypothalamic-pituitary connections, affect the maturation of follicles in the ovary and the onset of menstruation.
Regular sex
During everyday work, you may no longer have the energy and time to have an intimate relationship with your beloved man. Especially if there are small children at home. How many women are single? Vacations provide plenty of opportunities for regular sexual intercourse. And some single women see only this as all the delights of traveling at sea. Sex is a release of hormones of “happiness and joy”; oxytocin is released after every pleasant touch of another person to the girl’s skin. Often, without even leaving, a woman notes that with an active sexual life, periods become more regular and less painful. And in the absence of intimate life, the opposite is true.
Psycho-emotional calm
The stress that haunts us everywhere in everyday life, worries and family dramas - all this leaves an imprint on the state of a woman’s nervous system and on the menstrual cycle. After all, the regulation of hormone production occurs “on command” from the brain.
Often on vacation a woman drinks more alcohol than in normal life, and it is known to relax, unwind and calm in small doses.
Taking hormonal medications
Sometimes during a holiday at sea you have to use emergency contraception. 50% of women experience menstrual irregularities after taking these pills. This can be either a delay in menstruation after a vacation at sea, or the appearance of discharge immediately after taking the medicine - it all depends on what phase of the cycle the drug was used in.
In the case when a girl takes oral contraceptives, small changes may also occur. For example, while taking still active pills, menstruation will begin or may not occur at all this month.
Women who have any diseases of the reproductive system (this is more true for submucous fibroids and endometrial pathologies, including polyps), especially in premenopausal age, should be more wary, since such changes in lifestyle for a short time can cause abnormal bleeding or excessively heavy menstruation.
We recommend reading the article about how to swim in the sea during your period. From it you will learn about doctors’ opinions on swimming during menstrual periods, possible options for visiting bodies of water, as well as practical advice.
Going to the sea: how to induce menstruation or how to delay it?
Yes, you understand that it is better not to disrupt the body from its well-established schedule, but the desire to plunge into the sea waves immediately after arrival overpowers everything? Let's see how to delay your period before going to the seaside.
If you decide to take the issue seriously, you should go to the gynecologist in advance (several months in advance) for an appointment and ask him a question: “Doctor, in 3 months I’m going to swim and sunbathe in Cuba - how to prevent menstruation before the trip so that it doesn’t spoil the long-awaited a week's vacation?
The doctor will suggest that you take hormonal medications during these 3 months - monophasic COCs (birth control pills). The choice is great, there are many such tablets now. Gynecologists often advise:
- "Yarina";
- "Janine";
- "Regulon";
- "Logest"
and other time-tested means. If your immediate plans do not include the appearance of an heir, COCs will perfectly solve the problem of untimely arrival of menstruation. The secret is that they maintain a constant level of “female” hormones, ensuring their supply from the outside. is impossible, the hormonal levels are the same - therefore, “menstruation” will always come exactly on a certain day of the week. You drink a pack (21 tablets), wait 2-3 days - and menstrual-like discharge always begins. Convenient: you know exactly when it will happen, and you can adapt to them.
Option two: you drink the second pack without a week’s break - then “menstruation” (in quotes, since these are not real menstruation) will not appear for 2 months. True, if you do not take a seven-day break, slight spotting is possible - the body “compensates” for the lack of usual bleeding. Swimming on such days is allowed.
Of course, such a delay is not always good for the body. Moreover, your doctor may not allow you to take hormonal pills due to the individual characteristics of your body (for example, a tendency to thrombophlebitis). But we have to go, tickets have been bought. What to do - maybe just speed up the arrival of menstruation using folk remedies, without resorting to hormonal support?
You can bring the onset of your critical days closer with the help of parsley decoction. Brew a bunch of parsley with a glass of hot water and drink half a glass 3-4 times a day. Everything should start 3-4 days after such a course. Sometimes it is recommended to eat lemons for the same purpose - the vitamin C they contain accelerates the onset of critical days.
How to restore a cycle
Having found out the cause of failures in critical days, the doctor recommends an integrated approach to the problem. Quite reasonable rules will help restore the cycle:
- thoughtful menu and balanced nutrition;
- using a herbalist: folk recipes;
- moderate physical activity.
If the problem is serious, the gynecologist can refer the patient to a more specialized specialist who will help restore the cycle if it is delayed, using medications and physical procedures. If necessary, surgical intervention is possible.
Note: Problems associated with diseases of internal organs require medication and take a long time to resolve. In this case, treatment delays after a trip to the sea cannot be avoided.
When you need to urgently visit a doctor
If the delay in menstruation after a trip to the sea continues for 50–60 days, this is a cause for concern and requires a trip to the doctor. Consultation is also required:
- when the usual cycle is slightly changed and this lasts up to six months;
- in the presence of periodic spotting;
If menstruation does not return, you should consult a doctor
- if menstruation is scanty or heavy;
- with discharge of an unusual color with a pungent odor;
- in cases of pain in the lower abdomen;
- when you are bothered by itching or discomfort.
With such symptoms, an inflammatory process or the development of a sexually transmitted infection is possible. The diagnosis will be made by a doctor based on specific examinations.
Rest and the prospects that come with it are encouraging. But you should listen carefully to your body and control the women’s calendar so that your vacation goes without harm to your health.
A teenager's period at sea: what to do?
The first menstruation in a teenager aged 11-12 years can begin at sea due to a sharp change in climate, “spurring” hormonal changes. What to do on vacation - do you need to take any special measures?
The mother’s task is to explain to the young girl that during this period it is necessary to be very careful about observing the rules of personal hygiene. The cervix is slightly open at this time - therefore, it is easier for any infections to enter the reproductive organs. In girls, active bathing can cause increased discharge and inflammation if some microbe, “taking advantage” of the temperature difference, gets inside. You cannot swim in the first 2 days. To prevent your vacation from being ruined by some kind of inflammation, it is better to wait until the end of the process. Or go swimming on day 4-5 (the first menstruation usually does not last long).
Delayed menstruation after a holiday at sea
After a holiday at sea, a delay in menstruation is quite likely. This is due to climate change. It’s normal if critical days, which according to the calendar should have started immediately after the trip, come a week later. The hormonal system reacts very sensitively to sudden changes in environment. Ovulation may be slightly delayed (or, conversely, happen earlier). Perhaps there will be no ovulation at all in this cycle, and menstruation will make itself felt a little later and will be somewhat scanty.
A delay in menstruation at sea is also possible. There is no need to worry - the reasons are the same. But if you had unprotected sexual intercourse during this cycle, it’s worth doing a test for your own peace of mind.
Solution
The premature appearance of spotting or a delay in menstruation at sea should, of course, alarm a woman, but there is no need to worry too much about this. As a rule, a small functional failure normalizes as soon as everything returns to the usual way of life. Here is what is recommended to do in case of such violations:
- First of all, take a pregnancy test. But over a short period of time, it cannot always show a reliable result, so it is better to take a blood test for hCG. You can carry out all this research at home, unless, of course, your vacation extends over two to three months.
- It is useful to take an additional course of vitamins after rest. There are many complexes aimed at normalizing menstrual function. One of the drugs that, despite its relatively recent appearance, has already proven its effectiveness and efficiency is Time Factor. You can also take folic acid, vitamin A and E separately.
- Continue to lead as healthy a lifestyle as possible with sufficient physical activity and proper nutrition.
How to reduce bleeding during menstruation at sea
We already know why periods at sea take a long time: excessively warm weather and changing climatic conditions are to blame. In addition, increased physical activity has an impact: during rest they walk a lot, sightseeing, explore the area, dance at night in discos.
To reduce the duration of bleeding, try taking Dicinon. This is a medicine that helps reduce bleeding and turn long and heavy periods into short ones.
Take one tablet per day. Treatment lasts 3 days. To prevent menstruation from going longer than expected, athletes sometimes use this method before competitions. True, you must definitely coordinate your actions with your doctor.
Nettle decoction helps reduce the duration of bleeding.
Another possible option is scanty menstruation. Don’t be alarmed: it’s just because of the change in climatic conditions and daily routine that the ovaries worked this way.
If your period at sea changes its character or comes at the wrong time, don’t worry. By the next cycle everything should be back to normal. But if this does not happen, then it’s time to see a doctor: perhaps there really are health problems.
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How to swim during your period
A long-awaited vacation at sea is a wonderful fairy tale that everyone dreams of when everyday work becomes gray and simply boring. It seems that nothing can spoil this beautiful dream, but one thing remains - critical days. Women try to plan their vacation taking into account their cycle, but due to climate change and other factors, periods can begin unexpectedly during vacation. The situation is unpleasant, but with the help of modern hygiene products it is completely fixable. You need to know what to do if your period begins at sea, so that this time is not hopelessly ruined.
Correct solution
A woman who seems to have so cleverly deceived her nature is actually deceiving herself. There are no medical indications for canceling menstruation, even during the Olympic Games.
Doctors, who often have to deal with the consequences of uncontrolled use of hormonal drugs, come to the conclusion: it is better to arrange a vacation so that it does not coincide with critical days than to reshape your body for the sake of a vacation.
And if this was not possible, there are alternative ways to mitigate this condition. Today, pharmacies sell special fortified preparations for women that help them survive PMS easier and make bleeding less profuse and painful. It is better to take them in courses, for at least two to three months, and you can also take them in the summer.
In order not to deprive yourself of the opportunity to bathe, there are tampons. Gynecologists do not prohibit swimming in reservoirs if, after going ashore, the tampon is immediately replaced with a new one.
Let's not forget that periods are not forever. They will definitely end, but good memories of the vacation will remain, especially if they have no health consequences.
Choosing a swimsuit
Every woman has several types of swimsuits in her arsenal; they are chosen according to her mood, figure and color. Everything is very individual. When planning to relax by the sea, make sure that you have a dark-colored swimsuit among the others.
Even if menstruation comes unexpectedly, taking a woman by surprise, no visible blood stains will be visible on dark-colored fabric.
A woman who feels bleeding can quickly get to the nearest changing room and fix the problem using a pad or other hygiene product.
Request stop. Should I turn off my period while on vacation?
Today, women are increasingly and more confidently choosing the second option, especially since these products are widely available, and articles appear in the press every now and then that there is no need to be afraid of hormones: they are our reliable friends and helpers. Let's figure out if this is really so.
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the head of the branch of the State Clinical Hospital named after. V.V. Veresaeva, obstetrician-gynecologist of the highest category, candidate of medical sciences Ekaterina Kiryanova.
Tampons
Constant disagreements about the danger tampons pose to the reproductive system have not ceased for a long time. Of course, if a woman constantly uses this product, then the risk of developing pathogenic bacteria in the vagina increases significantly, however, if it helps only in rare cases, then there are no problems.
To prevent bacteria from developing in the vaginal environment, you need to change the tampon every two hours.
This is easy to do even on a public beach. There are changing cabins everywhere. Away from prying eyes, the necessary manipulations are performed, and the woman continues to rest.
The use of these hygiene products is allowed even for virgins. They need to purchase a package for themselves that says mini.
Menstrual guard
If menstruation begins unexpectedly during vacation, a woman can use a menstrual cup. The modern hygiene product is shaped like a 5-centimeter cap made of silicone. It is inserted into the vagina exactly like a tampon. The difference is that menstrual blood is not absorbed, but collects in it, which is very convenient.
Women also choose the cup because it is reusable; after removing it, it is enough to wash it well, wipe it, and boil it. After this, it can be used again according to the same principle. The largest bowl has a volume of 30 ml.
A woman who chooses such a product does not have to worry about an unpleasant odor or leakage. If it is positioned correctly, this will never happen, and your stay will be comfortable. You can remove collected menstrual blood less often than changing pads and tampons, which is also very convenient.
Menstrual cup
A menstrual cap is a well-known feminine hygiene product, which is a five-centimeter soft silicone vessel. It is placed in the vagina like a tampon. Only the tampon absorbs the blood, and the cup collects it. At the same time, there is no need to throw it away after use. You can simply wash it and continue using it. The maximum volume of the bowl is thirty milliliters.
The woman is not threatened by an unpleasant odor or leakage; she can rest peacefully without worrying that an “accident” will occur. The cup fits tightly to the walls of the vagina, ensuring complete safety. You can empty it much less often than changing pads or tampons.
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Bathing rules
Doctors have certain rules to help women plan a vacation if menstruation suddenly begins and not harm their health.
- For the first 2 days of your period, it is better to avoid exposure to the open sun. You can take a lounger, placing it in the shade. It is advisable to go knee-deep into the water, but not swim.
- More often in women, a greater abundance of discharge is observed in the first two days. At this time, it is better to use pads. This significantly reduces the risk of developing vaginal infections.
- Bathing is allowed from the 3rd day of menstrual bleeding, using a tampon or menstrual cup. The hygiene product must be changed before going into the water.
- You can swim in the sea for 20 minutes, no longer, then immediately change the hygiene product (wash the bowl).
By following simple rules, a woman will completely protect herself from heavy stress on the reproductive organs. In addition, acclimatization will be much faster this way. You can stop using a tampon before the 5th day of your period. A woman’s body reacts individually to climate change and other factors, so tampons and pads should always be in her bag.
How to bring your period forward or delay it
Of course, it is undesirable to influence the menstrual cycle on your own.
If such a need arises, you should contact a gynecologist. To successfully resolve the issue, COCs are more often prescribed. They regulate hormone levels and make the ovulation process impossible. Because of this, a woman knows that it is clearly on one day and even one time of day. This is very convenient; you can always adapt to the cycle and not be afraid of unexpected failures.
In some cases it is necessary. When taking COCs, this is easy to do; you need to immediately start drinking the second pack of the drug, without taking a week-long break, during which your period begins. When endometrial rejection does not occur, a woman may notice scanty spotting; this is a kind of compensation of the body. They do not pose a threat and do not interfere with swimming or active recreation.
A decoction of parsley will help. You need to pour a glass of boiling water over 1 bunch of greens, boil for a couple of minutes, filter, divide into 3 doses and drink throughout the day. Your period usually starts within 3-4 days.
This method cannot be called safe; it is better to consult a gynecologist.
Causes
To the question of whether there can be a delay in menstruation after the sea, the answer is yes. Specialists, gynecologists and women themselves say that this happens often. The reasons for this condition can be very different and unexpected. All of them are divided into pathological and physiological.
Due to physiological processes and natural changes in the functioning of the body that occur during vacation, the menstrual cycle does not delay for long. Bleeding usually begins within the next week and subsequently regains its regularity.
When pathology develops during vacation, the delay can be long. It is often accompanied by other disturbing signs, for example, abdominal pain, increased body temperature, and local enlargement of the lymph nodes. If these symptoms are observed after vacation, then you should definitely make an appointment with a gynecologist.
Moving
A delay in menstruation after a flight occurs in about a quarter of women and is not a cause for concern. Often, when traveling, people have to spend a lot of time in waiting rooms, and this greatly exhausts the body.
During a long flight, it is not possible to have a good rest, especially if there are more than one transfers. Constant fatigue and exhaustion lead to so-called desynchronosis. In this state, there is an inconsistency between internal and external biological rhythms. The lack of previous synchronization can cause disruptions in the production of estrogen and progesterone, and this causes a shift in ovulation.
Changing time zones also affects a traveler’s well-being. Women experience this especially acutely. They experience drowsiness during the day and insomnia at night. The body's functioning changes, resulting in distortion of the menstrual cycle.
You can often meet women who say that their menstrual cycle is disrupted during the off-season. This process is associated with the restructuring of the body and changes in temperature conditions. In winter, the duration of wakefulness is reduced, and in summer it increases.
If the change in climatic conditions occurred abruptly, then it is not surprising that there was a delay after the sea. Traveling from winter to summer and back takes a toll on your well-being. As a result of an increase in the production of the joy hormone, a change in the level of sex hormones may occur. As you know, all glands in the human body work synchronously and are mutually regulated.
Diet
A delay in menstruation after a climate change is also due to a change in diet. Often in the hustle and bustle of everyday life there is no free time for lunch. As a result, daily meals are taken on the go and only dinner is complete.
Arriving on vacation, a woman often receives an all-inclusive program. At the same time, the amount of food is not limited; 6 meals a day or more are provided. The desire to try everything and overcome it at once is quite difficult. As a result of constant gluttony, after rest, 3 to 10 extra kilograms are deposited.
A sharp increase in body weight affects the menstrual cycle, disrupting it and shifting the next menstruation further. To avoid health problems in the future, it is necessary to return yourself to normal condition as soon as possible after rest with the help of proper nutrition. Often the mistake of women is to go on a hungry diet after rest, and the lack of food can also disrupt the menstrual cycle.
Loads
The priorities of office workers who lead a sedentary lifestyle are often ski resorts, traveling with excursions and playing sports. A sharp change in activity leads to the release of dopamine, adrenaline and oxytocin. These substances regulate the relationship between the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian system. As a result, a woman may not only have her cycle disrupted, but also have two ovulations in a row.
Sex
Lack of regular sexual intercourse can lead to longer cycles and no ovulation. During travel, a woman usually has regular contact. This process can cause the egg to mature later than it should have. As a result, there will be a delay in menstruation exactly as long as ovulation shifts.
Pregnancy
There is often a delay after the sea - reviews from women say - due to pregnancy. It happens that a couple has been planning conception for a long time, but nothing works out for them. Numerous examinations show that the partners are healthy and compatible, but they cannot achieve their goal.
Having gone on vacation together, a man and a woman change the situation. They forget about routine and throw all problems out of their heads. At this time, the long-awaited conception occurs. Medical practice has documented many cases where an infertile couple managed to conceive a child while on vacation. If menstruation does not come after the sea for 2 weeks or more, then this is a reason to take a pregnancy test and donate blood for hCG.
Infections
If there is a delay and the test is negative, then this condition may indicate an infection or inflammatory process that occurs in the pelvic cavity. (Adnexitis, endometritis)
A single woman may have casual sex during her vacation. If you do not use barrier contraception, there is a high probability of contracting a sexually transmitted disease. Inflammation is often accompanied not only by cycle disruption, but also by the appearance of pain in the lower abdomen, as well as strange discharge with an unpleasant odor.
If there is a chronic inflammatory process in the pelvic cavity, it can worsen, for example, due to hypothermia at sea and a decrease in local immunity. To avoid such consequences, it is recommended to wipe yourself dry after swimming and change into clean underwear. If at the time of the trip there were already inflammations, vaginitis or vaginosis, then all this may worsen, causing a delay in the menstrual cycle.
What should a teenager do?
A young girl who is 11-12 years old, due to a sharp climate change, may suddenly begin her period at sea. Of course, nothing critical happened - this is a natural process. The mother should calmly explain the nature of the changes that have occurred in the body, talk about the importance of following hygiene rules, since the cervix is open and the risk of infections from the outside increases.
It is necessary to limit bathing in the first two days in order to protect the girl from possible infections and inflammatory processes. Gynecologists recommend starting to swim when your period is completely over; as a rule, it does not last longer than 4-5 days.
The arrival of your period is not a reason to refuse a vacation at sea. You should follow simple rules, carefully monitor hygiene and everything will be in order, and nothing will overshadow your long-awaited vacation.
Have you planned a long-awaited vacation, but your period falls during the trip? When your period begins while on vacation or travel, it is often frustrating and uncomfortable. Stock up on hygiene products, extra underwear and painkillers, and don't forget to drink more, and you're sure to have a good time!
Steps
Part 1
Preparing for the trip
- Take the necessary personal hygiene products.
Regardless of what period hygiene products you use (pads, tampons or menstrual cup), take them with you in the required quantity. Remember that it is better to take more products than you usually use than to face the need to buy more hygiene products on vacation. For example, if you usually use four tampons a day, then pack two more, for a total of six tampons a day. If menstruation occurs unexpectedly, then go to the store or pharmacy and buy everything you need. You can also ask a friend for a tampon or pad if your period comes unexpectedly.
- If you are traveling to another country, remember that you may not be able to buy the products you are used to. For example, in Central Europe it is difficult to find tampons with applicators, and in Asian countries it is difficult to purchase tampons in general.
- Take painkillers with you.
If you are expecting your period before or during your trip, take painkillers. For example, aspirin works well for menstrual pain. Naproxen and ibuprofen are also quite effective. The latter, in particular, reduces bloating and relieves pain. Please note that in some countries (eg Germany) you will not be able to buy painkillers without a doctor's prescription, but, nevertheless, you can always bring your medications with you (it is better to put them in your checked baggage if you are traveling by plane ). If you are traveling to countries where it is difficult to obtain painkillers, be sure to take them with you.
- Follow the directions on the drug package. Do not exceed recommended dosages. Also check with your doctor to see if you can take a particular pain reliever if you are already taking other medications.
And although heating pads are not medicines, it can be very useful to have a heating pad with you. If possible, you can purchase disposable heating pads - they often have a sticky layer, making them easy to attach to the abdominal area.
If you know that your period falls during the travel period, then take care of appropriate clothing. For example, bring an extra pair of underwear. Also think carefully about what clothes you will be comfortable in during your period. You'll probably find a loose, long skirt more comfortable than tight, skinny jeans. To feel more “safe,” you can wear shorts under your skirt.
- Comfortable clothing does not mean ugly and sloppy clothes. Be aware of where you are going and dress accordingly.
Waterproof underwear can provide reliable protection against any leaks during a long day.
If possible, try to make yourself as comfortable as possible during your period. However, it depends on how you feel during your period. For example, if the first day is always very difficult, do not plan any active fun or activities for that day. Avoid strenuous hikes and long walks. Going to a sauna or bathhouse, where you need to take off everything, even your swimsuit, is also not the best option. Instead, during the first days of your period, take only short walks, go to the cinema and reduce your activity level.
- Unfortunately, not in all cases it is possible to freely plan your vacation, but you can take care of other things, for example, the amount of sleep. If you feel more tired during your period, then try to get a good night's sleep: go to bed as early as possible and wake up as late as possible.
If you're going on a honeymoon or other romantic getaway and your period falls during that time, don't worry, you can still have sex with your partner. Take old dark towels with you - having sex on them will be more comfortable than on clean white hotel linen. You will find more tips in the article How to have sex during your period.
Part 2
Traveling during menstruation
- Prepare a daily kit.
When going on vacation, it is very important to prepare a handbag with the necessary supplies and put it in your bag or backpack. Place tampons, pads or other hygiene products needed for the day there. Also include painkillers (if needed) and a spare pair of underwear. It will also be helpful to include a pack of wet wipes to help you stay fresh and clean.
- If you're traveling by plane, pack all of these items in your carry-on luggage. If you are traveling by car, place your handbag with all hygiene products in the passenger compartment, not in the trunk.
If you're going camping or staying at a campsite that doesn't have trash cans, take a zip-lock plastic bag with you. You can put all your used products in this bag so you can throw them away later when you have the opportunity.
Drink more clear liquids (clean water is best), especially if you are in the heat. Women are recommended to drink 2.2 liters of fluid daily. If you are in the heat for a long time, drink even more fluid.
Eat healthy.
Try to eat healthy foods during your period. While it may not be easy when traveling, try to choose salads, fresh fruit and whole grains rather than fried or salty foods. Make sure you have sources of protein and iron, as women with heavy periods often have iron deficiency. To avoid iron deficiency, try to eat more foods such as:
If possible, try to go to the toilet more often to check if the hygiene product needs to be changed. For example, schedule bathroom visits after breakfast, after lunch, and after your afternoon snack. Cafes and restaurants usually have toilets that you can use. If the toilets are paid, then take enough change with you.
- On long flights, also try to visit the toilet every few hours. Among other things, this will help you stretch your muscles and improve blood circulation!
If you have a long trip, be sure to change your tampons or pads regularly to avoid bad odor or toxic shock syndrome.
We usually look forward to vacations and trips to the sea with great trepidation, trying to take into account all the circumstances to make our vacation as pleasant as possible. But this is not always possible, no, no, and you can hear girls complaining “my period falls on vacation, and I’m going to the sea.” What to do in this case, try to reschedule your vacation or can you still have a wonderful time at the seaside with your period? Let's think together about how to make sure your period doesn't bother you while on vacation.
Menstruation at sea - what to do?
Of course, it all depends on the characteristics of the body - some girls feel so bad during menstruation that they don’t need any sea, just lie on the bed in the fetal position, and so that no one touches. In this case, of course, it is better to think about rescheduling your vacation. But if all doubts are related to purely hygienic considerations, then stop worrying, menstruation is not a hindrance to a vacation at sea. The only thing you need to do is stock up on tampons or buy a menstrual cup. Both hygienic products will make it possible to swim in the sea during menstruation without consequences for the body. Gynecologists, of course, do not recommend swimming during menstruation, since bacteria can get into the slightly open cervix. But if you really want to swim, then you can do it, only after leaving the water you need to change the tampon immediately. But still, for the first two days, when your periods are heavy, it is advisable to refrain from immersing yourself in water.
There is also a risk of increased bleeding if the water is too warm. For the same reason, during menstruation you should avoid visiting saunas, baths and refuse cosmetic procedures that involve heating. Tanning is also prohibited, but only in the hottest time of the day, in the morning and evening hours, can you bask in the sun for your health. True, it is unlikely that you will be able to tan until you are black - during menstruation, the female body practically stops producing melanin, which is responsible for darkening the skin.
Periods on vacation: choosing a swimsuit
It may happen that the menstrual cup or tampon fails. To avoid embarrassment, you need to choose the right swimsuit. Let it be dark in color, the pareo should also be dark. In this case, even if an “accident” happens, you can safely get to the changing cabin. Would you say that you don’t like dark swimsuits? Well, no one is forcing you to wear them on vacation, take these additional precautions only in the first two days, when the discharge is the most abundant. The rest of the time, the possibility of leakage is significantly reduced. Well, if you trust your hygiene product 100%, then wear a swimsuit of the color that you prefer.
I don't want to be on vacation with my period!
If you absolutely do not want your period to start at sea, you can try to push back its arrival to an earlier or later date. There are several ways to “deceive” the body, for example, or vice versa. But you should be extremely careful with such manipulations, and you also need to take into account that the sensitive female body can react to climate change by shifting the day of the start of menstruation. Therefore, you risk not guessing correctly, and your period will still go to sea. A more effective way to prevent periods at sea is to use birth control pills. You just need to not take a break from taking contraceptives, then your period will come only next month. But such experiments can be dangerous, and therefore they should only be carried out under the supervision of a gynecologist. And this method is only suitable for those who take birth control pills constantly; you should not start taking them especially before going to the sea.
The female body is absolutely unpredictable. You can plan your vacation and the time to buy tickets for a long time, but even if the menstrual cycle has long been established, your period may begin later or earlier than expected. In this situation, you should not despair, as there are enough ways to get out of this delicate situation
If the onset of the menstrual cycle should occur during the holidays, all that remains is to prepare properly. Let's figure out what can help us with this.
Tampons
Some people believe that tampons are a universal evil. But in fact, they quite often help women out in difficult situations. Of course, you shouldn’t use them all the time, since a favorable environment is created for pathogenic bacteria in the vagina. Even in operating rooms, tampons are changed as they get wet, and do not lie there all day. The tampon should be changed every two hours. After swimming in the sea, you must immediately go to the changing cabin and change it. This will help you avoid unpleasant situations.
We also want to make a special mention.
Menstrual cup
Another means of protecting the fair sex from periods suddenly starting at sea is a menstrual cup.
A menstrual cap is a well-known feminine hygiene product, which is a five-centimeter soft silicone vessel. It is placed in the vagina like a tampon. Only the tampon absorbs the blood, and the cup collects it. At the same time, there is no need to throw it away after use. You can simply wash it and continue using it. The maximum volume of the bowl is thirty milliliters.
The woman is not threatened by an unpleasant odor or leakage; she can rest peacefully without worrying that an “accident” will occur. The menstrual cup fits tightly to the walls of the vagina, ensuring complete safety. You can empty it much less often than changing pads or tampons. Today, a large number of organizations sell such products. The best manufacturers of menstrual cups are:
- Mooncup
- Green Donna
- MeLuna
- LadyCup
- Yuuki
Choosing a swimsuit
Even if you have taken every conceivable safety precaution, you should not forget that the unexpected can happen. To prevent others from noticing the stains, you should purchase a dark-colored swimsuit and pareo. In a dark swimsuit, you can get to the toilet or changing cabin without any “visible” problems.
The need to see a doctor
Shifts in the menstrual cycle are allowed by no more than 21 - 28 days. There is no need to worry if the violations fit within 5 - 7 days.
It is also worth going to the doctor if minor irregularities occur, but the cycle does not recover within 3 to 5 months. Considering that before everything was “like clockwork.”
It is necessary to undergo additional examination even if strange spotting in the middle of the cycle or before and after menstruation begins to bother you. And in the case when menstruation has become excessively heavy or scanty, painful.
If after rest you are bothered by itching, unusual discharge with an unpleasant odor, which has never happened before, you should suspect some kind of infection and get examined as soon as possible. Inflammation can also cause disruptions to the menstrual cycle.
It becomes clear whether there may be a delay in menstruation after the sea. After all, although stress is positive, the sensitive female body experiences and reacts to it. You should pay close attention to all violations and promptly seek help from specialists, because this kind of “test” can become an impetus for the manifestation of an existing pathology.
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How to delay the onset of menstruation?
If, according to your calculations, menstruation should begin in the last days of your stay at sea, it makes sense to try to postpone it for a couple of days using time-tested folk remedies. Of course, there are no guarantees, but at least you won’t face anything worse than its appearance on schedule.
- Lemon. If you eat one lemon a day 3-4 days before date X, you may be able to push it back a couple of days.
- Tomato juice. Intensive consumption of tomato juice (or food with tomato sauce) a week before the first day of the menstrual cycle can help you delay its onset by 2-3 days.
- Nettle infusion. You need to drink 2 bags of nettle per day 2 days before the start of your period.
How to speed up the onset of critical days?
Women whose menstrual cycle begins in the first days of vacation are in a slightly more unpleasant situation. But here, too, folk remedies can come to the rescue.
- Parsley. A small bunch of parsley is brewed in 1 liter of water. You need to drink half a glass of infusion 5-6 times a day 3-5 days before the start of the planned date.
- Hot bath + alcohol. Probably the most romantic way to speed up the arrival of your period. Drink 2 glasses of wine (or 1 glass of whiskey or cognac) in a bath with allspice. You need quite a lot of peas - about half a glass for 1 large bath. You can invite your husband for company
