When you’re on your period, there’s nothing worse than missing out on good, quality sleep. However, it can also be difficult to sleep well when you’re menstruating for a variety of reasons. Some people are kept awake by period cramps or other physical discomfort, while others are kept awake by anxiety over leaks. Either way, your period shouldn’t come between you and your (literal) dreams!
When using tampons, it seems like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place (sometimes literally with firm, dry tampons). If you get a good night of restful sleep, you might wake up in a panic for fear of oversleeping the 8-hour wear time. That is, of course, if you’re not up every few hours dealing with leaks. If you opt for pads to avoid this, you’re probably familiar with the diaper-like feeling of overnight pads that get bunched up while you sleep. There has to be a better way, right?
Make the SwitchIt sounds like you’ve been dreaming of Saalt! A Saalt menstrual cup or menstrual disc can be worn for up to 12 hours, so you can hit snooze without worrying about rushing to the restroom first thing in the morning. And as for leaks, you can leave that nightmare in the past. Because Saalt menstrual cups can hold as much as 4 tampons and menstrual discs can hold as much as 6 tampons, you can sleep tight knowing you’re safe from leaks. Want a little extra assurance? Pair your period cup or disc with period underwear so even if your flow is heavy, your sleep can be even heavier! Leakproof underwear will leave you feeling dry and keep your white sheets clean, even if your cup or disc does get full.
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You may have heard of all the ways that a menstrual disc or cup for period care can improve your waking life, but may not have considered how it can help improve your sleep. If you’ve been looking for another reason to ditch tampons, this is your sign. Now go catch some Zzz’s!
