Women's health3 min
Changing Period Products on Time
Changing pads every four to six hours and emptying a cup on time, with clean hands, to stay comfortable and avoid irritation. A hygiene habit.
Comfort and cleanliness
Wearing a pad for too long can cause irritation, rashes and odour. Changing every four to six hours, or sooner on heavy days, keeps you comfortable. A cup is emptied on the schedule on its pack.
Wash hands before and after, wrap used pads and bin them, never flush them. Clean the genital area with plain water. This is a hygiene habit and not a treatment for infections.
Ingredients
- Clean pads or a menstrual cup
- Soap and water
- A small cotton pouch for spares
How to prepare
- Carry a spare in your bag.
- Wash hands before changing.
How to use
- Change every 4–6 hours, sooner if heavy.
- Wash hands afterwards.
Helpful habits
- Choose cotton, unscented products.
- Avoid scented sprays.
Precautions
- Itching, burning, foul smell or fever need a doctor.
- Very heavy bleeding needs medical care.
- A hygiene habit, not a treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear a pad overnight?
- Yes, a long overnight pad, changed in the morning.
Are cups safe?
- Yes, if sterilised between cycles.
What about tampons?
- Change every 4–8 hours.
