8 tips to prevent rashes/infections on your period days

Menstrual Hygiene

It is unfortunate and alarming that in India only 12% of the women have access to sanitary pads. Even those who use sanitary pads have issues in practicing proper menstrual hygiene. Menstrual hygiene has remained an untouched subject among women due to various reasons. We would like to share with you some menstrual hygiene tips .

• Change your sanitary napkins every four hours. Never wear the same pad for over eight hours.
• Always wear comfortable and clean underwear. Dry the washed undergarments under the sun in order to minimize chance of infections.
• Never skip a bath during your periods. It is even better to bathe twice a day during these days.
• Never use two sanitary pads at the same time.
• Keep your vagina dry and clean by wiping with a soft tissue after using the restroom.
• Wrap used napkins carefully prior to disposing them in the dustbin.
• Use an antiseptic hand wash after changing pads.
• Don’t ever hesitate to talk about your periods. If you come across anyone with poor menstrual hygiene, talk about it.

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