period pains, whats the story... (2 Viewers)

[spiritualtramp]

OMG! Letus know how the mooncup goes. Have been considering other options - but chickened out so far - don't really want to talk about it here cos the boys will get upset... but apparently - makes excellent fertiliser for your plants...

I have a mooncup and think they are fantastic. Along with the enviroment you'll end up saving loads of money.

I discussed it before on this thread
http://www.thumped.com/bbs/showthread.php?t=25394&page=3

 

[Catwoman]

On the subject of herbal stuff, I've recently started taking spirulina which is meant to be as good, if not better than evening primrose. It's the most nutrient-dense food on the planet apparently, and is the best source of B vitamins. I've only been taking it 3 weeks so I can't say I've noticed a difference in period pains the past week, but herbally speaking it's a good place to start. I'm taking it in powder form but if you don't like the thought of very dark green smoothies, you can get tablets.

As for Ponstan, I was prescribed this last week for a muscle pull and I took it this week for period pains. Doesn't come anywhere near Nurofen Plus in my opinion.

So my diagnosis is Nurofen Plus, a hot water bottle, a couple of hot whiskies and some chocolate. Lots of chocolate...

 

[It Will Never Last]

I've heard ginger is good but it doesn't work for me.

I'd be no use to you so.

And I do such a good back rub...

 

[SONYMEGADRIVE]

have you tried shutting the fuck up, bitches?

nobody cares

 

[mazzyianne]

Thanks everyone
(except andy, shut up andy, and oh shit, shut up oh shit)

I took an ibuprofen, these mad ones I got in spain, I find one does the trick. And the water bottle was a good one too, just for comfort value. It could be down to how well I'm eating of whether or not I bother doing a bit o yoga but they come and go every few months. That womb specific stuff sounds good shine. It's only ever for the first day it's really bad though so it's grand today.

Where did you get the mooncup triangler? They were going to get them in red ink but I forgot to ask if they did or not. They're expensive tho right?

a nice boyfriend

Maybe that's where I'm going wrong
(sorry dunch:heart: )

 

[jane]

Oy, I feel your pain. Literally. Not right this moment, but sometimes. I've tried loads of things, including Evening Primrose and Starflower oils, which help a little bit, and Black Cohosh is supposed to be good as well. But to be honest, good sleep, eating properly, getting regular exercise and drinking lots of water, as well as abstaining from the booze* around the time you're due for your period can't be overemphasised. I also find that while I share your reticence at taking painkillers, nothing beats a couple of Aleve, which I don't think you can get here (naproxyn sodium), or a few ibuprofen. I really only take them when it gets bad, and it's generally just for period pains that I'd bother.

If you've got throbbing pains, I find squeezing the back of the ankle (sort of around the achilles tendon) or the bit of skin between the thumb and forefinger can make them subside just a little, even enough so I can do stuff like answer the phone and actually speak out loud without sounding like I'm in the middle of passing a kidney stone.

Also, if you're really having terrible periods with awful pain, you should check with a good gyno to see if they are an indication of a problem like polycystic ovaries. I think such things are only a concern if your pains are insanely bad to the point of regularly rendering you bedridden, and are coupled with other symptoms, but it can't hurt to get a really comprehensive exam, just to be safe.

*Although my mother and grandmother swore by a few swigs of gin as surefire cramp cures, I find alcohol consumption makes me worse.

 

[Shine]

You just chuck the blood down the loo and give it a quick rinse in the sink. If you are in a loo with no sink you can just wipe it with some loo roll.

It has to be sterilized once you are finished with it, by boiling it in a pan (I'd be totally deaded if I did this in the kitchen) or by soaking it in some milton for half an hour.

There are little holes in the top of it which make popping noises if it is about to overflow. And it works fine at night. It holds about a quarter of a period so there is fuck all chance of it leaking.

Thanks - wondered what u might do if u were in a public toilet and u didn't want to wash it out in the sink.. As for popping noises!!! Can't begin to imagine.
It's weird how we get mental blocks about things - i've been thinking about it for ages but am still using tampons - and they just can't be good for you - all the chemicals and those little fibres getting left behind and irritating the cervix, all that drying out... Was reading up on alternatives - found quite a lot of hippy stuff about using rags that u rinse out - people singing the praises of getting to feel what it's like to bleed and all that. Meh - the mooncup is more interesting to be honest - but hadn't talked to anyone who'd used them before - to answer a couple of those practical things. Yeah - the more i think about it - tampons - ridiculous... Will give the cup a go.
30 quid though... (Me and my false-economy loving tesco-brand tampon wearing breadlining fanny )

 

[Buzzo]

I find getting into strops, crying and blaming stuff on everyone else helps.

 

[spiritualtramp]

Where did you get the mooncup triangler? They were going to get them in red ink but I forgot to ask if they did or not. They're expensive tho right?

Boots in Stephens Green have them in the "feminine hygeine" section. 30 euro a go but they do last for years.

 

[mazzyianne]

I did not know that, freakin deadly! Been planning on getting one for years but thought I'd have to send away. Thanks!

 

[krystal]

I'd be afraid of soiling my white bathroom carpet.*

In gee related news, I just bought some tampax in the shop. The man who served me put them into a separate paper bag, as I looked at him in huge surprise - what is this? The 1940s? I'm not ashamed of having periods, mate.





*I don't have a white bathroom carpet.

 

[rampz]

I'd be afraid of soiling my white bathroom carpet.*

In gee related news, I just bought some tampax in the shop. The man who served me put them into a separate paper bag, as I looked at him in huge surprise - what is this? The 1940s? I'm not ashamed of having periods, mate.





*I don't have a white bathroom carpet.

PLEASE MR SHOPKEEPER, CAN I PLEASE HAVE SOME PORNO MAGS, A VIBRATOR, LOVE EGGS.........................................................er and a box of tampons.

 

[ICUH8N]

PLEASE MR SHOPKEEPER, CAN I PLEASE HAVE SOME PORNO MAGS, A VIBRATOR, LOVE EGGS.........................................................er and a box of tampons.

Something for the Weekend, sir?

 

[c0De_n1NjA]

I'm not ashamed of having periods, mate.

you're a lesbian.

 

[ICUH8N]

c0De_n1NjA's nickname in school was "Bucket cunt"

 

[krystal]

you're a lesbian.

straight women can't bleed

 

[Rachel666]

warning, spas need not read anymore of my post nor reply with some insensitive comment.

I got the mooncup in my local health shop for free because I did my work experience there. They have two sizes, type A for mammies and type B for non-mammies, as in people who haven't had a vaginal birth.

I was dead excited to put it in, but it wouldn't go in. I'm very tight and I tense up everytime I try. It's so frustrating. I had this problem with non applicator tampons too. I've spent hours trying to put it in. Everytime I come to my fucking labia it shuts like a clam. I thought "oh i'll just get my fella to put it in", he couldn't either.
I'm worried there's something wrong with me now. My mammy refuses to let me see a doctor because there's nothing outwardly wrong with me and it costs 45 euro. But I think what I really need is a psychologist...

I'm completely fucking clueless about my cunt as i don't do biology, or have REAL sex ed. Not to digress too much but Irish Catholic schools are really failing students. (I'm in TY in an all girls convent, yeah. jesus). It's difficult for people to understand just how backwards these schools still are. I feel like all these years my school and my parents have taught me to be ashamed and scared to explore my body. Even now, it really upsets me that I feel disconnected from myself and aimlessly scared of nothing. I cried when my hymen broke because I had no idea what was happening, I thought there was something seriously wrong with me .My manfriend has been great and very patient but he doesn't get why all these years i've been so frightened.
I know i've got a huge mental block to get over. hmmm anyone been in a similar situation? Anyone got any tips on how to put the mooncup in?

 

[mazzyianne]

Ah jaysus ya poor chicken,
I dunno if I'll be much help here but have you tried different positions? Like trying to put it in while squatting on the ground? Or lying back with your legs curled up to your chest?
I dont have a moon cup but I used to use tampons.
I reckon there's nothing wrong with you, your only young so dont worry, you'll be grand. Everyone's different when it comes to the aul gee.
Another alternative if you cant use the moon cup and don't want to create waste is to use home made pads. You can make them out of old towels and different nice soft materials and use buttons or those clip thingys to fasten them. I'm sure I could find a link for you but I'm a bit busy at the moment.
Hope that helped somewhat:heart:

 

[La La]

hmmm yeah i've always been a bit curious about using the mooncup but have never tried.

with regard to pain; i used to get in such a bad way that i'd faint. not good.
so after a trip to the doc, he prescribed me these pills called Synflex. (normally used for post-op patients, kinda like morphine but not as strong.)
those pills were amazing, i had no pains or cramps or anything after. i dont use it anymore cos after the subscription ran out my pains actually lessened anyway.

another good way to reduce pain and flow etc is the pill....it made the mean reds less....well....mean.

 

[La La]

PM'd you there with a lengthy reply.

what i will say here is that i think most of the ladies on here will agree - we've all had insecurities at some point or the other about the enigma that is 'down there.'
it'll pass :heart:

warning, spas need not read anymore of my post nor reply with some insensitive comment.

I got the mooncup in my local health shop for free because I did my work experience there. They have two sizes, type A for mammies and type B for non-mammies, as in people who haven't had a vaginal birth.

I was dead excited to put it in, but it wouldn't go in. I'm very tight and I tense up everytime I try. It's so frustrating. I had this problem with non applicator tampons too. I've spent hours trying to put it in. Everytime I come to my fucking labia it shuts like a clam. I thought "oh i'll just get my fella to put it in", he couldn't either.
I'm worried there's something wrong with me now. My mammy refuses to let me see a doctor because there's nothing outwardly wrong with me and it costs 45 euro. But I think what I really need is a psychologist...

I'm completely fucking clueless about my cunt as i don't do biology, or have REAL sex ed. Not to digress too much but Irish Catholic schools are really failing students. (I'm in TY in an all girls convent, yeah. jesus). It's difficult for people to understand just how backwards these schools still are. I feel like all these years my school and my parents have taught me to be ashamed and scared to explore my body. Even now, it really upsets me that I feel disconnected from myself and aimlessly scared of nothing. I cried when my hymen broke because I had no idea what was happening, I thought there was something seriously wrong with me .My manfriend has been great and very patient but he doesn't get why all these years i've been so frightened.
I know i've got a huge mental block to get over. hmmm anyone been in a similar situation? Anyone got any tips on how to put the mooncup in?