The first gaskets appeared only recently - at the end of the 20th century. Previously, women had to be resourceful. In ancient times, the Greeks used a canvas folded into a tube;Russian girls wore thick pantaloons for absorbing menstrual flow;Egyptians used rolls of papyrus, and women from Europe tucked between their legs lower skirts. Unfortunately, nowadays there are also situations when menstruation suddenly begins or hygiene means run out. The question arises, what if there are no gaskets? Here it is necessary to resort to various tricks. However, in this case, it is better for a woman to be vigilant and not be trapped.
The crazed handles
"What to do," women think, "if there are no gaskets, and there's nothing to buy them monthly?" But there is a way out. Safe, reusable means of feminine hygiene can be sewn by yourself. To do this, you need to find a pattern on the Internet, print it, and then cut it:
- The top of any natural fabric( plush, cotton, flannel).
- Bottom of chintz or corduroy.
- Waterproof layer made of fabric that allows air to pass through, but there is no moisture( this layer can not be done).
- Absorbent liner( microfiber, flannel, gauze).
First, sew an absorbent liner around the edge( for example, gauze can be rolled into 14-16 layers + 2 layers of flannel).Attach it to the top layer and stitch it. Then, connect these parts to the bottom of the gasket, leaving one edge uncoated. Turn out the resulting part. The left end is stitched. On the wings embroider buttons.
These gaskets can be washed using hydrogen peroxide, soda or detergent to remove blood stains.
Someone may think that making home-made gaskets is not easy, and there is no special benefit. However, their cost will soon pay off due to savings.
There is a very simple version of special pants for menstruation: to avoid leakage, sew a piece of cellophane to the crotch. Bulavochkoy prikolite gasket, so that it does not move.
Gol on the invention of the crafty
If the menstruation started not in time, the question comes to mind about what to do, how to proceed, if there are no gaskets? Here are some simple tips for avoiding incidents:
- Tear off a few meters of toilet paper from the roll. Twist it into a tight "sausage" and put it in your panties.
- You can also do with a clean cloth, a handkerchief or a napkin.
- Place the polyethylene bag on the crotch of the panties, from above place a cotton wool or a piece of clean cloth.
- Wind a piece of cotton wool with a bandage.
- Do not be shy if the gaskets run out, go to a friend or to any passer-by with a request to borrow one.
Generally, as hygienic agents for use in critical days, you can use diapers, old bedding, any rags. However, remember that all this must be washed and clean.
Warning - means armed
Follow these rules, so that simple physiology does not spoil the mood:
- Keep the menstrual calendar. Note the duration of menstruation, its beginning, end, the slightest changes in comparison with the past period. After a certain period of time, you can easily determine when the next critical days begin. Calendar data may be needed when visiting a gynecologist.
- Use daily gaskets on days when you expect the onset of menstruation.
- Always carry a few tampons and spare panties in case you have had periods, but there are no gaskets.
- Adolescent girls have no reason to be embarrassed during menstruation. All women go through this. If there is an unpleasant situation, you need to contact a nurse, a teacher or a friend.
- On critical days try to wear dark trousers or shorts. Accidental traces of blood on them are not so visible.
- If you are going to do sports, put on tight tight-fitting shorts.
- In case of emergency, a spare pair of underwear will be rescued.
- During the bleeding period, visit the toilet at least once every 2.5 to 4 hours. So you can change the gaskets in time.
- Choose linen from cotton or linen( natural materials), such panties allow the skin to breathe, absorb moisture well.
- Do not forget about the additional, but important factor: personal sensations in the premenstrual period. Some women ache a lower abdomen, spoils the mood, increases the breast 8 to 11 days before the onset of menstruation. At others - the head hurts, there comes apathy, drowsiness. Carefully watch your condition, and you will learn how to feel when menstruation begins.
Goodbye, gaskets!
In addition to tampons, women can use the newly invented remedy:
Menstrual bowl
The container is inserted into the vagina to drain discharges into it. Bowls( kapy) can be disposable( polyethylene) or applied repeatedly( latex).In appearance they resemble a small bell with a tail. The popularity of cap is increasing every year, although they require some skills of treatment.
The long life of the product( up to 10 years) is its main advantage. The capacity of a large volume of liquid is the second plus.
The bowl acts like this: after insertion it is opened and sucked to the vaginal walls, as a result, the discharge of excreta overlaps.
This tool is completely safe if used correctly. It holds more liquid than the most absorbent gasket. The microflora of the vagina does not overdry, it is easy to use the kappa.
Disadvantages: the menstrual bowl needs to be sterilized from time to time, it can not be used by women suffering from reproductive system diseases and girls who have not lived sexually.