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Periods can be uncomfortable and painful. If your friend, date, classmate, or coworker needs help during their period, you can make things a lot easier for them. In this article, we'll share a list of great ways you can help someone out during their period.
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Cindy Basinski, MDDr. Cindy Basinski is a Board-Certified Urogynecologist based in Newburgh, Indiana. She has been practicing both general and Urogynecologic surgery for over 24 years and specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures. She is a Board Certified Subspecialist in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). She received her medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine.
Board-Certified UrogynecologistBe upfront about the changes that their bodies are going to have, like hair growth in both in the genital and armpit areas. It's also important that young girls are told that that they're going to start bleeding from their vaginas at some point in their lives, and that it's completely normal.
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- Periods aren't dirty but attitudes toward them can be. Rise above the temptation to be rude or disrespectful about people experiencing their period. The period plays a vital role in reproducing more humans, so remind yourself of its proper function and be grateful.Thanks
- If the person in question suffers from debilitating periods often, offer to accompany them to talk to the doctor. They may or may not appreciate this offer of help but it might be all they need to feel secure talking about it and seeking much-needed help.Thanks
- Be understanding if they decline to go out somewhere due to feeling unwell during their period. The cramps can do that to a person. Whether it's a work meeting, a social event or even a date, try to reschedule to a better time or make alternative arrangements.Thanks
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