5 Ways to Transform Your Period

Raise your hand if you were taught to treat your period like an inconvenience. To hide it. Push through it. Pretend it wasn’t happening. As if bleeding every month was some sort of flaw in our biology (sigh). But here’s a radical reframe: Your period isn’t the problem; it’s a vital sign, a built-in report card from your body! It tells you everything from your hormonal health to stress levels, nutrient status, and more.

When we start tuning in—rather than tuning out—everything shifts. Your period becomes something to work with, not against. It’s about using this phase of your cycle as an opportunity for deeper rest, reflection, and nourishment. With empowerment in mind, let’s shift the narrative. 

Your Period Isn’t a Problem (It’s a Signal)

In a world that celebrates hustle and constant output, your period is a sacred reminder that your body isn’t linear. It’s cyclical. Each phase of your cycle serves a purpose, and menstruation is your body’s built-in time for rest and renewal. But when your period feels like an uphill battle (cramps, fatigue, and mood swings), it’s easy to dread it instead of honor it.

The truth? You deserve a better experience. One rooted in nourishment, support, and self-trust. That’s why we’re sharing five foundational tools to help you feel more balanced, more supported, and more in tune with your body during your period. Keep reading—your best period is only a few shifts away.

1. Upgrade Your Period Products

Let’s start with the basics. The products you use matter. Conventional pads and tampons often contain synthetic fibers, bleach, and chemical fragrances that can disrupt your vaginal microbiome and contribute to irritation or inflammation. If your body is already in a delicate hormonal dance, the last thing it needs is toxic exposure from the products designed to help you!

Organic cotton pads and tampons

• Rael – Made with certified organic cotton, no harsh chemicals, and available at most major retailers.
• L. Organic – Affordable, widely available, and committed to clean ingredients.
• CORA – Organic cotton products and a mission-driven company that supports menstrual equity.
• LOLA – 100% organic cotton with full transparency on ingredients and subscription options.
• Natracare  - Plastic-free, organic pads and tampons 

Menstrual cups or discs 

• Saalt – Medical-grade silicone cups and discs, known for comfort and sustainability.
• DivaCup – One of the original and most trusted menstrual cup brands.
• Flex – Offers both disposable and reusable discs, great for beginners or those wanting different fit options.
• Lunette – Reusable menstrual cups made in Finland, with a great reputation for comfort and hygiene.

Period underwear 

• Aisle (formerly Lunapads) – Ethical, breathable, and designed for long-term use.
• Knix – Known for leakproof technology and comfort-focused styles.
• Modibodi – Offers a wide range of sizes and absorbency options, with an emphasis on sustainability.

These alternatives are better for your body, better for the planet, and better for your peace of mind. Small swap, big impact.

2. Start Seed Cycling 

If you haven’t tried seed cycling yet, there’s no better time to get started. This simple, food-based practice helps nourish your hormones throughout your cycle—without synthetic hormones or guesswork.

Here’s how it works:

• In the follicular phase (from your period to ovulation), you eat flax and pumpkin seeds to support estrogen production and metabolism.
• In the luteal phase (from ovulation to your next period), you switch to sunflower and sesame seeds to support progesterone levels and ease PMS.

It’s gentle, effective, and backed by nutrients your body craves for hormonal harmony: zinc, magnesium, lignans, selenium, and more.

Seed cycling can support:

• Reducing symptoms of PMS
• Shortening long cycles
• Regulating irregular periods
• Easing breast tenderness, mood swings, and acne

Our beeya organic seed blends make it ridiculously easy. Just scoop and sprinkle on yogurt bowls, oatmeal, salads, soup, etc.—no grinding, soaking, or remembering which seeds to buy.

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3. Try Castor Oil Packs for Womb + Liver Love

Castor oil packs might sound old-school, but they’re one of the most powerful (and underrated) self-care rituals for your cycle. When placed over your abdomen, castor oil can help:

• Reduce inflammation
• Ease uterine cramping
• Support healthy liver function (hello, hormone detox!)
• Promote lymphatic drainage

This gentle therapy works best in your luteal phase or right before your period—aka the time when cramps, bloating, and sluggish digestion often kick in.

When to do it:

This gentle therapy works best during your luteal phase (the 10–14 days before your period) or in the 2–3 days right before your period starts—aka the time when cramps, bloating, and sluggish digestion often kick in. It can also be helpful during your period if cramping is intense (though skip it if you’re experiencing very heavy bleeding).

How often: Aim for 3–4 times per week during your luteal phase, or every other day leading up to your period for best results.

How to try it:

• Soak a flannel cloth in cold-pressed, hexane-free castor oil.
• Place it over your abdomen (just below the belly button).
• Cover with a towel and a hot water bottle or heating pad.
• Relax for 30–45 minutes.

Bonus tip: Stack this ritual with breathwork, binaural beats, or a guided meditation for deeper nervous system support.

4. Use Heat—Your Body Loves It

Sometimes, the simplest tools are the most effective! Don’t underestimate a basic heating pad or hot water bottle during your period. Heat increases circulation to the uterus, soothes muscles, and eases cramps naturally.

Our favorite way to use it?

• During the first 1–2 days of your bleed (especially when cramps or back pain peak)

• After applying a castor oil pack

• While resting with magnesium or sipping a warm cup of herbal tea (chamomile, ginger, or raspberry leaf are great choices)

Pro tip: Take this as an opportunity to slow down and listen to your body. This is your inner winter—rest is medicine.

5. Magnesium = Period Magic

If we could recommend one mineral to just about every menstruating woman, it’s magnesium. It plays a vital role in everything from muscle relaxation and sleep to hormone production and mood regulation. And yet, most women aren’t getting enough—especially if you're dealing with stress (which depletes magnesium even further).

Magnesium helps:

• Reduce cramps and muscle tension
• Support better sleep during your period
• Soothe irritability, anxiety, and mood swings
• Regulate blood sugar (which affects your hormonal balance!)

Aim for 300–400mg/day through food and/or supplements. We specifically formulated beeyavibe with your period in mind! Pair our magnesium supplement with your heating pad and seed cycling seeds for the ultimate period support combo.

Your Period Deserves More Than Survival Mode

Better periods aren’t about quick fixes. They’re about learning to listen to your body, support your hormones, and create a lifestyle that honors your cyclical nature. You don’t need a dozen new supplements or another intense protocol—just a few consistent, foundational practices that work with your body, not against it.

✨Start with seed cycling.
✨Swap to clean period products.
✨Try a castor oil pack.
✨Reach for your heating pad.
✨Take your magnesium.

These five steps are simple, but they’re powerful. Together, they can transform how you experience your cycle—from frustration to flow.