What to Wear During your Period

Ok, so it's the week of your period, and you're trying to decide what to wear to school this morning. It can be hard to know if what you wear will be comfy, guard against leakage, and not give you a VPL (Visible Pad Line- ew!), so here are some suggestions of what to steer clear of and what works well during that time of the month.

 

UNDERWEAR

Unless you wear tampons, thongs are not a good option. Pads typically won't stick to a thong, and you will have leakage. When wearing a pad, boyshorts can also be difficult to wear, as many pads with wings don't fit as well into them. I recommend bikini underwear. You should also steer clear of your favorite cute panties, in case of accidents.  You can buy cheap underwear from places like Wal-Mart or Target, and keep those handy for that time of the month.

PANTS vs. SKIRTS/DRESSES

When you wear tighter fitting pants, you don't have to worry about pads shifting as much as when you have on a skirt. However, I've successfully worn both without much of a problem. It's really personal preference when it comes to skirts vs. pants. If you wear leggings, make sure whatever you have over them is long enough. Leggings are NOT pants, especially during your menstrual cycle, where the outline of a pad can be seen if you're wearing something too tight or clingy. Take a good look int he mirror before you go out in public, just to be on the safe side.

SHIRTS
Long shirts and tunics, for sure, are something I like to wear during my period. That way, in the unlikely case that I leak through my pants, I have a shirt that will cover my butt until I can change. Severe leaks like that aren't common, but having a long shirt definitely helps me feel less self conscious.

COLORS

You don't have to have to have to wear dark colored pants or skirts during your period, but it does help many girls to feel more confident! If you wear white or other light colors on the bottom, you might be worrying about leaks a lot more. I feel more secure when I wear dark or black jeans and skirts, so I recommend you try that out, especially on the heavier days of your cycle.

I hope these tips helped you out! What do you like to wear during your period? Leave me a comment and let me know!

Love,

Alli

Start out the school year right with these must-haves!

Every year we all wonder "what do I need for school this year??" Well, all you girls out there, these are my must-haves that every girl should need!

For your locker:
1. A sturdy locker shelf to raise up your books, making it easier to grab what you need in between classes without straining out your back from bending over. You can easily make or buy one at Staples, Wal*Mart, or Home Depot for $5 or less.

2. A small magnetic mirror so you can make sure your picture perfect for every class (or boy) that comes your way :)

3. An easy-to-grab pad or tampon holder you can grab when that joyous time of the month comes so you can be prepared in a pinch! We currently have a give-a-way from Dauzat Designs that has cute and practical pouches for all you girls in need and trust me, they are worth it :) and if you don't win our fabulous give-a-way (which you should totally enter *hint, hint*), you can visit http://www.etsy.com/shop/dauzatdesigns and pick one up for the upcoming school year!

For your classes:
1. A planner or agenda to write down each days homework assignments. It is definitely useful and helps you from forgetting when things are due!

2. A binder or folder to take everything home in in one place. It makes everything easier to carry and convenient as everything is in one place

And for you:
1. A backpack or cute tote to carry everything in. It also can keep your pads and tampons away from the eyes of everyone else and it will be better than carrying everything and risk dropping it!

2. A good fitting pair of dark washed jeans. It's a staple. All girls need a pair of jeans they feel good in. End of story.

3. Some bling. Some jewelry. Make yourself feel good. If you look good you feel good :)

And good luck to everyone this school year! Make it your best!

Lots of love,
Amii

Pros and Cons of Pads!!

Hey girls, I know I just did a post about the Pro's and Con's of Tampons, BUT I almost forgot to do a post on the pro's and con's of pads so here goes:

Pro's of Pads:
1. They don't need to go inside your body
2. They are more comfortable to sleep in
3. They're easier to change so you can easily see when you need to change them
4. They're simple and easy to put on
5. They stick to your panties so they don't move around too much
6. You can be sure you have the right size and absorbancy before you leave the store based on your body
7. They may have wings (depending if you buy them with wings) so they protect your panties
8. You don't have to worry about Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) as you would with a tampon
9. It doesn't matter if your cervix is tipped
10. They work with all body types :)

Con's of pads:
1. They sometimes smell a little funky, even if they are fragrance free
2. It's uncomfortable to run and exercise
3. You can feel like your bleeding and will worry if you are going to bleed out
4. Can't wear thongs if you're a thong kind of girl
5. They're bulky
6. You can't swim in them
7. They're a bear to dispose, and you can't flush them
8. You may get VPL
9. They take up a lot of space if you throw them in your bag
10. And they aren't that great for sports and may move and you could bleed out

And like I said before, e-mail us with your pro's and con's at girltalktime@yahoo.com and let us know what your pro's and con's are!

Love,
Amii

Pros and Cons of Tampons!!

Now, we all have the good days and the bad days during our period and sometimes its great to vent about the pros and cons of the kinds of products we use to control it... So, Alli and I have come together and made a pros and cons list just for you- all about tampons!

Tampon Pros:

1. You can swim with them :) (A definite plus!)

2. They are easier to store or throw in your bag

3. You don't get a visible pad or panty line (VPL)

4. You can't feel them if you put them in right

5. You can flush them away in the toilet, making disposal more discrete :)

6. They are smaller and don't take up as much room as a pad

7. You can (at times) forget you even have one in

8. They are more comfortable

9. No one else can hear the crinkle of the wrapper or the peeling sound like a pad, so a more discrete way of changing them if you're in public

10.They catch everything a pad would and its all kept inside until you change your tampon, so less mess than a pad

Tampon Cons:

1. They are harder to know when to change

2. They may cause you to bleed out and through your clothes if you can't go and change it soon enough

3. Sleeping in with a tampon in without having to get up is out of the question

4. Not very eco-friendly

5. They aren't natural for your body

6. They go inside you

7. If your cervix tips they become harder to insert properly

8. Tampons often make cramps worse.

9. Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) can happen if they are left in too long

10. Some people find them uncomfortable to wear

And for all you girls out there reading this, e-mail us your pro's and con's lists at girltalktime@yahoo.com

and let us know what you think!

Pros and cons for pads coming soon!

Love, 

Amii

Best foods to eat while on your period

Hey girlies,

Are you a sufferer of menstrual cramps or other PMS symptoms?  Many women are, so here are some foods that will help you out! These foods will help give you energy and help you feel less bloated. Eat these on and before your period to stay healthy and feel better. It's also important to have a healthy diet ALL month so your body will look and feel its best.

Foods rich in vitamin C, like citrus, oranges, grapefruit, as well as strawberries, raspberries, zucchini, asparagus, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, kale, cauliflower, celery, broccoli and potatoes will definitely benefit you. They will also help you to have a stronger immune system.

Try: a delicious breakfast smoothie with some of the fruits rich in Vitamin C mentioned here.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids are found in fatty fish (like tuna and salmon), flax seeds, flax seed oil, walnut, walnut oil and canola oil.  Eating this essential fat (which your body can't produce on its own) can prevent or reduce PMS cramps.
Try: Adding these things to your morning cereal, or to garnish a salad. Eat fish twice per week for optimum health results.

Peppermint is an easy way to incorporate something cramp-reducing into your diet. It is an excellent herbal remedy that can soothe belly aches and help your body feel great.
Try: a comforting, steaming cup of peppermint tea, or using peppermint extract as a flavoring in your food.

While we're on the topic of TEA, ginger tea can help relieve nausea and bloating, and chamomile tea can help you feel less anxious or irritable. I LOVE drinking tea, even when I don't have my period, and there are many benefits of it! Just make sure to AVOID caffinated tea (and other drinks with caffeine), as those can add to your discomfort.

It might sound like a no brainer, but water is really important! Make sure you're getting enough of it. It will keep your body from retaining water, which leads to bloating and cramps. Make sure you're drinking plenty of H2o each day.

AVOID:
Coffee, soda, caffeine, fried or processed foods, dairy products, sugar rushes.

I hope this helps! Let me know in the comments if you have any suggestions.

Love,

Alli

Period Blues

Need a pick me up?  Here are some things that always work for me when I'm down.

Try a hot mug of herbal tea, some chocolate, or a good book.

Exercise can also make you feel better. Or, just take a nap with a hot water bottle.

I would also suggest giving a friend a call or getting together and doing something fun. Do your hair, put on your favorite dress, and go out to a movie. You'll have fun and feel gorgeous! If you'd rather, just stay in and watch a chick flick with some girlfriends and do your nails. It's good to feel pampered and take your mind off your blues.

If you're having a bad day, Amii and I are always here to talk to you, too! feel free to email us at girltalktime@yahoo.com if you need advice or just a friend to talk to. We'll get back to you ASAP. :)

Love,

Alli

How to discreetly store your pads and tampons

Many teenage girls worry that people will notice they have a purse full of pads, or that they will have their purse open or someone will look through it and notice the tampons or other feminine products. If you worry about how to conceal these items (or keep them from getting banged up when they're floating around in your purse), I'm here to offer you some alternatives. There are lots of cute ways to store your pads/tampons so they will be discreet and also stay unharmed. This is especially important once school starts! You always want to make sure you are prepared and can quickly find protection whenever you need it. Here are some ideas I love.

-Glitzy Glam sells Pad holders and Tampon holders that keep your feminine products in a small, cute holder. You can pick lots of different fabrics and designs based on what you like. It's a fun way to store them in your purse!

-Try something you already have around your house, like a makeup bag, small clutch, or pencil case. You can easily put your feminine products in there and if your purse is open or spills, it won't look out of the ordinary. (this is what I do)

-Next time you're out of tampons, consider trying Compak Tampons by Tampax. They're more discreet since they're much smaller. They start out about half the size of a regular tampon, and you pull it to make it regular size. They're great for girls on the go, and easier to conceal!

-There are also whole companies dedicated to products like this, such as

http://www.myladylike.com/ ("Keeping Personal Products Private")

-http://www.tboxgirl.com/  The Tbox is a box you can store your tampons in. It has a suction cup on one side so you can easily attatch it to your locker or by your toilet, so you'll always have products on hand, but no one will know what's inside! It's a really clever idea, and it would also make a great gift for the tweens or teens in your life.

I hope these ideas helped you out!  If you have any questions or comments about this topic, you can leave a comment below (feel free to do so anonymously) or email us at GirlTalkTime@yahoo.com.

Good luck!

Love,

Alli