ROWANโS SUPER SHARK WEEK SELF CARE ASSORTS FOR BOYS:
The BASICS pads
-Pads make me feel a lot less dysphoric so consider them
-Get Boxer Briefs PADS STAY IN THEM I PROMISE WITH NO LEAKAGE
-Get โClueโ its a period tracker on the app store that can guess when your flow is most likely to start plus it takes info about flow/cramps/headaces/etc it helps for planning
-Wear sweats/baggy shorts/loose comfy bottoms
The HELL-TIME cramps
-use a heating pad if you have one (goes on front crotch area or lower back or switch between)
-If no heating pad put some water in the microwave (or boil it on the stove) and take a water bottle (preferably metal)ย and put the water in it and put a sock over it (preferably fuzzy for comfort)
-If neither use your hands (they generate body heat)
-or put some uncooked beans and rice in a sock and heat that fucker up
-tylenol is okay and what I use
-check for what works for you
-if you know your shark week is about to start take a painkiller the night before
-Chamomile and mint are good for cramps
-Herbal are best for releasing muscle tension (which is what you want)
-Avoid dairy and caffeine like the plague
-I know you want to curl up in the fetal position but try to relax, the more relaxed you can make your bottom half the more tension will be released
-Chocolate is always good but any comfort food works just as well
-Distractions like the internet are good
-Use lots oโblankets and keep warm (helps release tension)
-School nurses have pads and painkillers dont be shy
DYSPHORIA
-Boxer briefs or boxers over undies works
-Cologne/deodorant helps you feel manly
-Masc. shower products also help
-Know you arenโt alone, a lot of boys go through this, you will be okay you big manly man