a question for ladies: \ stacker news ~alter

so, how do you all not die if you have cramps?

my experiences only last about a day to a day and a half. but, i just want to like not exist.

how do you go about your days managing it so it's less like hell on earth and you can somewhat function?

would much prefer holistic methods over using OTC meds.

thanks kindly in advance.

howdy, hot showers, heating pads

I was going to say "You're barking up the wrong tree.", but OP was lucky enough to catch the attention of our resident lady.

haha there's a group of us I think!

I normally just sleep or drink hot tea. 👀

Some combination of these worked very well for my cramps to ease over the past couple years:

avoiding pads and tampons - I use a cup
walking barefoot to ground and offering my blood to the earth when possible, overall reframing my relationship with my cycle
gentle yoga especially malasana and related movements (crow walking, abdominal stretch pose), pawanmuktasana, happy baby, cat/cow, practicing deep breathing and bandhas regularly