Can You Swim During Your Period?

4.5K 42 16
                                    

Here we will dispel a common, unfortunate misconception: "You shouldn't swim on your period."

Pads do not offer protection in water because they are easily saturated but tampons are both safe and highly protective for swimming.

Furthermore, swimming doesn't harm your body when you are menstruating, nor does it obstruct your period in any way. It may even ease your menstrual cramps.

Girl To GirlWhere stories live. Discover now