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1. A pair of super comfy period-proof underwear designed to hold two tampons' worth of period blood. Not only are these a great alternative to pads and tampons, they're also ideal for overnight protection (you can pair them with a pad if you have a heavy flow) and for people who are worried about ~leakage~ during sports or physical activities — I personally always wear period-proof undies when I go on runs on my period and it has been a MASSIVE godsend.
2. A period-proof bathing suit with full leak protection both in and out of the water, so you can finally frolic on the beach and take all the "jumping in front of the sunset" Instagrams to your heart's content. Plus, Ruby Love makes them in all kinds of styles and colors, whether you're looking for a bikini, a standard one-piece, a chic off-the-shoulder ruffle, or even a swim dress.
3. A roll-on migraine stick made with peppermint, spearmint, and lavender oils to help you soothe away those (incredibly rude!!) period migraines.
4. A discreet leakproof period sheet protector for nights when your flow is heavy and unpredictable (as much as you enjoy stripping your whole bed and zombie-ing to the bathroom sink to wash it out at 2 in the morning).
5. A ridiculously cute microwaveable stuffed animal, aka the cavalry when it comes to dealing with cramps. These bubs are also lavender-scented, which may help those of us who have period-related insomnia in those days leading up to it!
6. A pair of period boxer briefs made with a thin, breathable fabric and an absorbent liner that can hold up to four tampons' worth. Just rinse them out and pop 'em right in the washer and dryer when you're done!
7. A set of Sea Bands, which target an acupuncture point on your wrists meant to help reduce nausea. They're designed for motion sickness and morning sickness, but can also work wonders if you're someone whose period cramps come with a side of 🥴.
8. An herbal-infused pantyliner designed to cool soreness, calm inflammation, and generally make the whole bleeding for 3-7 days thing a much comfier experience.
9. A set of reusable bamboo charcoal fabric pads you can use the exact same way you use sanitary napkins — they even have "wings" that snap into each other. To clean, you can just rinse them out and machine-wash on cold.
10. A tried and true plant-based laundry stain remover to get period stains out of underwear, clothes, sheets, and duvets. This spray doesn't just work on fresh stains, but older ones that have already gone through a wash-and-dry cycle, too. The stained "designated period underwear" in the back of your drawer won't know what hit 'em.
11. A popular, beginner-friendly menstrual cup that'll not only significantly reduce waste from disposable products, but to help with a whole host of other things. Reviewers mention that its application and removal is painless, that it stays locked in place during physical activities, and that they don't have to swap it out in the bathroom as often as they do with pads and tampons.
12. Plus a sterilizing menstrual cup steamer — you can definitely wash them with warm water or boil them, but this is a quick, efficient way to make sure they're cleaned as thoroughly as possible right from the comfort of your own bathroom.
13. And if you're on the move, a set of flushable, biodegradable menstrual cup wipes to discretely clean them in public restrooms before sliding 'em back into your bag.
14. A period thong you can either pair with a tampon, or use for those suuuuper low flow "the period's almost over, but has a few last gasps" kind of days when you want to wear something a little more freeing but aren't *quite* sure your uterus is on the same page.
15. A large electric heating pad designed with enough softness and flexibility to ease your cramps wherever you get them, whether it's in your stomach, back, or legs.
16. A lunar and menstrual cycling journal to help you not only be able to anticipate your flow, but also understand certain emotional patterns you might experience, and help you feel more connected to them through the journal's thought-provoking questions about your routines and personal reflections.
17. Or a set of adorable mini period tracking stickers you can stick in your calendar or personal planner as an organized, cute way to recognize patterns (I'm onto you, uterus!!).
18. A period subscription box to take all of the stress out of stocking up supplies every month — not only will this box take into account your personal needs to send you exactly what you need straight to your door, but it'll also come with lil' TREATS like snacks and heating pads.
19. A set of gentle, biodegradable bamboo body wipes you can use all over your body, including your ~intimate areas~ — perfect for when you're camping or post-gym and want to quickly clean up and don't have the time or ability to take a full shower.
20. A cheeky pouch to keep your pads and tampons from spilling out all over the bottom of your bag, and also give you a quick "LOL" on a day you could probably use a few.
21. A menstrual soft disc — if you're unfamiliar, the ring sits at the base of the cervix like a menstrual cup, and holds five tampons worth of period blood. It's not as eco-friendly as menstrual cups, since they're disposable, *but* a lot of people swear by them for having mess-free sex on their periods, so the designated "period towel" doesn't have to be sacrificed yet again.
22. A jar of Aztec healing clay masks to calm your acne and skin, which can really come in handy if you're someone who breaks out on or around your period (*glares at my own forehead*).
23. Or a set of popular acne patches to spot treat the worst of your period acne, and help reduce not just the redness and size of large spots, but also the pain.
24. A soothing caffeine-free herbal tea blended with cinnamon bark, red raspberry leaf, and ginger root reviewers love to help ease cramping and PMS symptoms.
All of us out here ~going with the flow~:
