How do I tell my husband about my period?

Tell him in a straightforward way.
  1. Say something simple, like "Hey, I just started my period. I'm not feeling so great."
  2. You could also say "Oh, it's that time of the month," and he'll probably get it.
  3. Sometimes couples come up with cute or funny code words for when you're on your period.
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How do you politely say you have your period?

Most popular
  • Aunt Flo/Auntie Flow.
  • Time of the month.
  • On the rag.
  • Red tide/army.
  • Code Red.
  • Monthly visitor.
  • Lady time.
  • Surfing the crimson wave/tide.
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Do I tell my partner im on my period?

Talking About Your Period Could Improve Your Romantic Relationship. Being open with a significant other about your period could improve your relationship. The first time I told my boyfriend that I loved him it was because of my period.
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What's another way to say I'm on my period?

Shark Week. Aunt Flo. Period. All of these words are euphemisms for one thing: menstruation.
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What to do with your husband when you are on your period?

Give her physical comfort: Give her a comforting hug, and if you have large hands, put them to some good use by giving her a nice massage. A back-rub or a foot massage can really help. Let her sit on your lap, cuddle if she feels like it. Even holding her hand could make her feel better.
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TEACHING MY HUSBAND ABOUT PERIODS!



What should a guy do when a girl is on her period over text?

How to Comfort a Girl on Her Period over Text
  1. 1 "I've been thinking of you all day.”
  2. 2 "You're so pretty.”
  3. 3 "I'm sorry you're having to deal with this right now ?”
  4. 4 "I hope you know how much I love you.”
  5. 5 "Is there anything I can do to help?”
  6. 6 "I'm here to listen if you want to talk about anything.”
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What a guy needs to know about periods?

Men, PMS (Pre-menstrual syndrome) is very real and women are not moody and irritated for no reason. PMS starts a week (or even 10 days) before the actual period. As reproductive hormones, estrogen, and progesterone fluctuate, they can cause terrible mood swings, aches, cravings, anxiety and even cramps in women.
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What do you call a girl on her period?

Ahh, the one week of cramps, mood swings and rushing hastily to the bathroom.
...
The next time you've got your period, try out some of these nine nicknames instead.
  • Chum. ...
  • Aunt Flo. ...
  • Red Wedding. ...
  • Shark Week. ...
  • Time Of The Month. ...
  • Carrie. ...
  • Code Red. ...
  • Girl Flu.
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How do I tell if a girl is on her period?

Starting the conversation:
  1. Ask her whether she's heard about puberty and find out what she knows so far. ...
  2. Sharing your own experiences about when you started your period, whether they're long or short, heavy or light, will help her feel more comfortable.
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Can guys smell when a girl is on her period?

Previous studies have shown that a woman's body odor is strongest during menstruation and that men who are particularly sensitive to smells can even detect this change in her scent.
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How do you explain what a period feels like to a guy?

“Although we know that [period pain] can feel like you're being repeatedly punched in the stomach from the inside out, explaining this to other people (read: generally men) can feel like a lost cause,” wrote columnist George Driver.
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How do you ask about your period?

Your best bet is to simply ask her, “How can I help?” Make sure she knows that you mean it and be open to her answers. Here are some ideas to get your creativity flowing: Be patient! Don't blame her irritability on her period, but try to understand where she's coming from.
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Which age periods will stop?

Overview. Menopause is the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles. It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in the United States.
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Can a 4 year old get a period?

In the United States, a child may get their first period when they're about 12. However, anytime between 10 and 15 is within the average range. It's not entirely unusual for a first period to happen as young as 8 or as old as 16.
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What age should you talk about periods?

If your child doesn't ask questions about periods, you can bring it up. By the time they're 6 or 7 years old, most kids can understand the basics of periods. Look for a natural moment to talk about it, such as: when kids asks about puberty or changing bodies.
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What is a shark week period?

Shark week as a slang for a women's period first appeared on Urban Dictionary in 2005. While the Urban Dictionary entry might have had misogynistic undertones, the term has since been embraced by many women who use it humorously or colloquially.
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Whats the opposite of a period?

Antonyms. overtime work time downtime regulation time day night time off uptime.
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Can a woman's period affect a man?

Although men will not bleed, nor will they experience all of the same symptoms as women, these hormonal shifts can have some pretty notable side effects, especially with mood and irritability. Some call it the “man period” others call it Irritable Male Syndrome, either way, it can be quite similar to a woman's PMS.
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What does it mean when a girl says she's cramping?

Normal cramps happen in over 60% of girls. This cramping is caused by strong muscle squeezing of the uterus. This is triggered by a high prostaglandin (a hormone) level. An egg release from the ovary (ovulation) is needed to cause cramping.
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Do you count brown blood as last day of period?

If you notice brown period blood at the start or end of your period, it's because the blood is older and took longer to leave your uterus. The uterine lining darkens the longer it takes to leave the body.
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What is a menopause baby?

The menopause baby

The woman may go for months or even a year between having one period and the next. This long time frame is what may lead to a menopause baby. During the time when the female body is not having a menstrual cycle, the body may still be releasing those last few eggs.
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Can a woman have an Orgasim after menopause?

Orgasms — and great sex — are still absolutely possible, through menopause and beyond. A few small changes can go a long way toward increasing your pleasure during sex — solo or partnered — and boosting physical and emotional intimacy with your partner(s).
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Is it okay to ask a girl if she is on her period?

Asking a woman if she's on her period when she's being emotional or demanding is a great way to undermine whatever she's feeling, and a tacit acknowledgment that menstruation makes a woman's needs and desires frivolous or unworthy.
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What is the male equivalent of period pain?

Every day, a man's testosterone levels rise in the morning and fall in the evening. Testosterone levels can even vary from day to day. Some claim that these hormonal fluctuations may cause symptoms that mimic the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), including depression, fatigue, and mood swings.
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What do men think period cramps feel like?

It feels like something is crushing the organs in your lower abdomen. It is not an exaggeration. The pain is terrible and it feels like the lower abdomen is being crushed by something. Or something heavy is kept on the uterus and slowly the weight is increasing.
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