Nothing feels better than a good lifestyle hack, amirite? As women on the go, we're always looking for ways to make life just a ~liiittle~ easier, smoother, and pleasant. Well, that's at least what I tell myself.
So when Redditor Katiekatx86 asked, "What NSFW female lifestyle hack can you share?", I was...intrigued. Needless to say, I learned things. Here's a few things you can add to your bank of knowledge:
1. This breastfeeding hack that's utter genius:
"When breastfeeding, menstrual pads are 10 times more effective to use than breast pads to avoid leaking, and they're a tenth of the price! Just cut them in half to fit better in your bra."
2. This pad hack that'll make you say, "what have I been doing this whole time?":
"It took me an embarrassingly long time to figure out that just because a pad is labeled with a front and back doesn't mean that's how you have to place it. Being a front bleeder, I was constantly struggling with coverage until I started wearing it backwards."
3. This stuffy nose hack that seems to be the cure for most things:
"Got a stuffy nose making it hard to sleep? Orgasms can clear that up temporarily, probably long enough to fall asleep. Bonus, you'll feel a little sleepier after, too."
4. This not hack-hack that just helps you out:
"If you’re prone to yeast infections, always tell your doctor about it when they prescribe you antibiotics. They can prescribe you a second drug to help you avoid that major discomfort."
5. This blockage hack that's extremely resourceful:
"If you’re a breastfeeder, and you’re prone to painful, clogged ducts, you can use a vibrator directly against your breast at the point of the clog to unblock it. Two minutes on high and your boob is numb, but it worked for me dozens of times."
6. This money-saving hack that'll keep you feeling soft:
"If you're in a bind, shaving with conditioner works wonders. My legs and nether-regions are super smooth after using conditioner too!"
7. This hack that I'm willing to bet you tried immediately after reading it:
"Tensing your hand in a tight fist will dampen your gag reflex."
8. This educational moment that IDK if it is a hack, but it certainly needs to be known:
"Sex toy brands are unregulated and most big brands lie about their products being body safe. If it's that pretty see-through jelly? Nope. Not safe. If it has a fruity/chemical smell? Not safe. If it holds onto smell despite washing it? Not safe. If it melts when other toys touch the silicone? Not safe. Safe silicone is un-reactive and doesn't melt. 100% platinum-grade silicone is expensive. Do some research into what brands are actually platinum-grade."
9. This vibrator hack that's sure to get you off:
"When buying a vibrator, test a new vibrator on the tip of your nose. If it feels good, it will feel good down there. If it makes you sneeze, it will be able to make you orgasm. Everybody's preference is different, so glowing references from others don't mean too much when it comes to the sensation."
10. This sweat hack so we can stop staining shirts:
"Use antiperspirant under your boobs to prevent boob sweat and all the issues that come with it. I used to sweat heavily under my boobs just going to and from work on the subway. It would cause clogged pores, painful cysts and chafing from my bra, never mind the sweat stains on my tops. One day I had an idea to try using my deodorant stick there and it worked. Since I started using it, no more cysts, chafing, extra laundry, and having to change when I got to work."
11. This period hack that'll save your panties:
"If your monthlies catch you by surprise and you bleed on your non-period panties, rinse with cold water then apply hydrogen peroxide. It can get the stain out really well. Make sure to rinse it out again as soon as the stain breaks up. If it sits too long it can bleach darker colors."
12. This hygienic hack that'll help prevent down there woes:
"Have your sex partner wash their hands before sexy time, especially if you are prone to yeast infections. Hands harbor all sort of germs and bugs. Vaginas are pretty delicate and don’t need weird bacteria being introduced into them."
13. And, of course, the ultimate hack on being a badass for yourself:
"Stop trying to please a man in bed. Do what makes you feel good and you will blow the guys mind."
