While on your bcps should you use any extra protection on your bike?

[DarkEros07]

well i wasn't thinking of waiting till the next pack was done. i was going to just wait till the tour is over and then start my period. does that seem reasonable?

so its not entirely uncomfortable to wear a tampon? lol. i feel like an idiot for asking this but i never ride when on my period. which probly contributes to so long of not rideing*had bleeding probs and couldnt stop bleeding*

thank you so much for the ideas ladies! you have really helped!

-Kristen-

[Grog]

well i wasn't thinking of waiting till the next pack was done. i was going to just wait till the tour is over and then start my period. does that seem reasonable?

Ask a gynecologist, but my quick answer would be: finish the pack.

so its not entirely uncomfortable to wear a tampon? lol. i feel like an idiot for asking this but i never ride when on my period. which probly contributes to so long of not rideing*had bleeding probs and couldnt stop bleeding*

It's a personal thing, but in my case I don't even feel it if a tampon's there, on a bike or not. If I feel it, it means it's not inserted properly, and probably has to go deeper.

[SalsaMTB]

When I was on the pill, I occasionally skipped periods without any problems. I didn't spot at all and it had no effect on the following months period. I always finished the pack though, so I would definitely discuss just stopping the pack with the doctor before you do it!

I always ride with a tampon. I don't find any discomfort, I can't even tell it's there. You do have to be conscious of string placement though!

I find that riding while on my period has some benefits. It reduces cramping, reduces bloating, and makes my period lighter. Overall, it's actually something I try to motivate myself to do during that time to make me feel better. Motivation though can be tough when you're sitting at home feeling ten pounds heaving, tired, and painful stomach cramps!!

[Dianyla]

I find that riding while on my period has some benefits. It reduces cramping, reduces bloating, and makes my period lighter. Overall, it's actually something I try to motivate myself to do during that time to make me feel better. Motivation though can be tough when you're sitting at home feeling ten pounds heaving, tired, and painful stomach cramps!!

This is so true for me as well. It's almost impossible to get yourself moving, but once you do you'll actually feel better.

[matagi]

well i wasn't thinking of waiting till the next pack was done. i was going to just wait till the tour is over and then start my period. does that seem reasonable?

so its not entirely uncomfortable to wear a tampon? lol. i feel like an idiot for asking this but i never ride when on my period. which probly contributes to so long of not rideing*had bleeding probs and couldnt stop bleeding*

thank you so much for the ideas ladies! you have really helped!

-Kristen-

Wait until you finish the next pack and then go through the withdrawal bleed as normal.

As for wearing a tampon, go with the smallest one that will cope with the flow and as others have suggested, either tuck the string inside or do what I do, and lay it very carefully in a straight line.

[ChickWithBrains]

I can't believe no one mentioned using Instead. Can't feel a thing, totally internal, no string, no pad, no mess. Add that to extended-cycle regimens (like Seasonale, which has just gone generic) and you've got yourself a lot fewer days to worry about it.

[Dianyla]

I can't believe no one mentioned using Instead. Can't feel a thing, totally internal, no string, no pad, no mess. Add that to extended-cycle regimens (like Seasonale, which has just gone generic) and you've got yourself a lot fewer days to worry about it.

That's because we're all using menstrual cups, instead.

$30 for 10 years worth of menstrual flow? That's a pretty good deal.

[VeloVT]

I have to put in a plug here for Depo Provera. A shot four times a year -- and you get birth control plus no periods/pms, ever. Love it.