What to Put in You’re Going to Be Ok,Period! #CycleSurvival Box Tuesday 02 June, 2015
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It’s that time of the month, again. Ever month. You get a friendly visitor from Aunt Flo (excuse me, who said this was my aunt? We related). Anywho women across the global have to experience this mothernature phenomeon happening to our uteruses and to think we still have to live a normal life at the same time? How…just how do we do it ladies? With a smile on our face?? Pretending nothing is going on down yonder, when indeed it can be a tsunami. That takes strength…but we survive…every single month (well unless we get pregnant).
::Cue Donna Summers:: So every month women are literally at war with their ovaries. We are in survival mode while going to work, hanging with friends, watching our kids, doing yoga…and yes even while we are still interacting with the opposite sex. It’s amazing how we cope with our monthly cycles. Barely. True story, last month 1st day of my cycle approaching within an hour I was balled up on my bed almost crying. No ibeprofen, no heating pad, no chocolate…just pain! My cramps were kicking my butt…you would think by now my body would give me a break but no…Aunt Flo didnt knock on my door gently…she barged right on in my uterus while kicking the door (my ovaries) down! I literally wanted to cry (I think I did shed a tear). I didn’t know if I was gonna survive…this one was one of the most painful cramps I have had in a very long time. I wasn’t prepared. At all. Ran out of pills and didn’t know it…so I suffered until I could muster the strength to head to the store. I wanted to pass out…it was that bad.
So with that, I said NEVER AGAIN, will I be unprepared for Aunt Flo to come by. Most of the time she is sweet, but you never know when she will come with a bad attitude! I was not ok…but then I was ok. I had to remember this too shall pass…and it did.
This month I am overly prepared because I decided to make a “You’re Going To Be Ok,Period!” Box. This box is made specifically for #CycleSurvival so you can go at war with your insides fully loaded! Below is what’s in it!
This is a box I created to put in my room/bathroom so I will be prepared for each monthly cycle. I got my cute little box from Ross for under $5, which snaps magnetically closed and pretty structure so that no one would know what is in it at first glace. I believe all young women and ladies with their monthly cycle should keep a little box of goodies so you can survive efficently each month. I found some really great items to put in my box so check it out! 1, Small book/journal – This is for the time you need to jot your thoughts down/vent/express when you feel like your hormones are getting the best of you. It’s always good to write out your feelings and go back and reflect on them. Also as an alternative have a small book, full of positivity to read to enlighten and lift your spirits. Reading always make me feel better during my cycle.
2.Facial Mask – These will be effiencent for those pesky breakouts. Teen acne turns into adult acne because I get them sometimes and it isnt pretty during this time of the month. Battle them with a facial treatment and just another excuse to pamper yourself.
3.Lip Balm – I am the type of person that sometimes when I get in one of my “mood” makeup is not on my mind. I am stereotypically I just wanna wear some sweatpants and a comfy shirt. Makeup isnt something I am interested in but lip balm is still neccessary. Just because I don’t feel like getting dolled up doesn’t mean my lips have to be chapped.
4.Sunglasses – This is in the same situation as the lip balm. For days I don’t feel like putting on my face…I just wear glasses. It also help me to stay a little incognito because sometimes you just don’t feel like being sociable. These are considered “lay-low” glasses lol.
5.Ibeprofen – for obvious reasons. Cramps are no joke…These are always great to have handy. I especially like to utilitze these pills two days before my expected period. Trust me, it helps a lot!
6.Chocolate – This is so cliche but I am sorry it’s necessary! I have no idea why chocolate levels skyrocket around the time of my cycle but man when the craving kicks in…I like to keep these on hand! These instantly put me in a much better mood!
7. Tissue – For multi-usage. You know things can get “messy” this time of the month so always good to have these on hand. Also great for moments when you see a commerical for something as simple as yogurt that makes you break out in tears. Darn PMS emotions!
8.Heating Pad – This also help reduce cramps. In case you run out of pills or they haven’t kicked in yet, pop this in the microwave for a few seconds for a resuable sensation to kick cramps in the butt.
9. Nail Polish (s) – I may not feel like doing my makeup, but something is theraputic about doing my nail around this time of the month. I switch out colors each month and make sure my mani is done, so when I am feeling a certain way I can look at my fingertips and see that I put some kind of effort to keep up my beauty regiemn. Don’t slack all the way…
10. Mini Drink (Bailey’s) – Ok this is in the chocolate family and the cramp situation. Sometimes you need to get something to relax you and have a tasty treat to make you feel better. A little liqour/wine doesnt hurt and can lift your mood. If you are making this for someone under 21, please put in their a juice box (lol).
11. Feminine Products – The star of the #CycleSurvival box. Put in here your choice or multiple feminine products. This is your stash of tampons, pads and liners. I put Kotex Lightdays Liners in my box because I sometimes forget to stock up on these when I need it for the end of my cycle. Now I am loaded up!
12.Feminine Product Pouch – To put your feminine products in to transfer in your purse. Great little item for quick trips to the bathroom without having the world know your buisness.
I found this uber cute pouch that is so cute, decorative and descrete for feminine product transportation purposes!
This is in the pouch, but definitely fits perfectly in any purse to transport for bathroom visits. I love the colorful cheetah spot design that convienently fits the Lightdays liners.
Speaking of these new U by Kotex® Lightdays Liners, I found these at Walgreens. Let’s be real ladies sometimes we don’t have a super or even regular cycle day…these Lightday Liners were perfect for the end of the cycle. I am glad I stocked up on these and I utilized the Ibotta Rebate Smartphone App to get $0.75 off liners.
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Do you like the little card that goes inside the box? You can print and create your own with this FREE PRINTABLE. Just print, cut and paste on cardstock and you have your own friendly Friendly Period Postcard.
I also put it on the inside of the top of this box so I can see it when I open it up.You can print this out and do what you wish actually, make it a card insert , the #CycleSurvival Box Decor, cover your own period journal or even give these to friends to remind them it’s going to be ok, period! Print out this cute saying here.
Kotex is a brand that I love, they are always revamping their products and I love these new Lightdays liners. They are tiny and a lot can go into my “You’re Going To Be Ok,Period!” box. Seriously this box is a life saver, and I wish I would of made one sooner. Having a menstrual cycle doesnt have to be so cut and dry. You don’t have to just store your feminine products solely under your cabinents and rumage for snacks when you have a craving. You can have all your #CycleSurvival neccesities in one spot! Replenish as you get low, but keep it in a place you can get to it so you wont have to make unneccesary trips to the store for anything! I am well prepared with my Cycle Survival Box and I hope I could inspired you to create your own!
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I am absolutely loving this box, I need to make one for me soon. I know what you mean about aunt flo, for me she is like that every month regardless of whether I am prepared or not. Day 1 and 5 out with auntie flo is the worst every single month.
I love your survival kit. My cycle used to be such a breeze until after my 4th kiddo. Now I feel like the walking dead that week lol. I have to drink a lot of orange juice and double up on Iron as well. I like your heating pad idea as well, those always help 🙂
These are awesome items to put in your period box indeed. I know longer have my period which I am thankful for but I will have to share this with my sisters . Thanks for sharing.
That’s an excellent survival box. When that time of the month rolls around, I want to be confident, and I want some things to make me fell a bit better about life.
this is awesome! I haven’t had a cycle in over a year due to pregnancy/breastfeeding but I’m sure Aunt Flo will come back with a vengeance . I should probably be ready!
Being as I had a hysterectomy back in 1981 I really don’t need one of these, but I could suggest these things to my granddaughters. Very cool idea! Thanks for sharing.
I survive by avoiding drama, period! My body literally reacts to unnecessary stress and drama, by punishing me with cramps so i try to relax as much as possible.
It’s been a number of years since I have had to worry about any of this, but as a woman I can definitely appreciate the information! My favorite two items would have to be the face mask and chocolate, we ladies can’t forget to spoil ourselves a little during those rough times! 🙂
This is a great period survival box idea. This would be great to give to a tween for her first period minus the Advil. I always make sure i have chocolate on hand when my cycle is due.
I need to make me one of these survival boxes. Periods suck! Having a few pick me up items stashed away would surely help make it a little more bearable!
What a cool idea to put all of your little needs for the time of the month in a cute little box. I think this is such a cool idea especially for teen girls. You may have to market and sell your “you’re going to be ok” boxes.
Ugh I totally don’t want to think about “Aunt Flo” returning to my life but when she does I’ll be sure to get my survival kit pretty and ready. Totally cute way to make a mostly miserable time better. I love it.
I’m going to put together a kit but I’m telling you it will only be tampons and chocolate in there LOL Oh and definitely the journal to jot my flaring emotional thoughts.
LOL @ the mini drink. I know that’s right! I have PCOS and when I was younger I was on meds to regulate. Sometimes they were horrible. Now that I am not on those meds, I am extremely irregular and when I do have one, they are extremely painful and knock me out. Having a cyst rupture sucks just as bad. So, I need a kit like this in my life.
This is a cute period box. It would be perfect to give to a teenager. My daughter needed the heating pad this month. Poor gal had a rough monthly visitor.
What a great idea! In fact, this concept can probably be applied to so many different situations in life: “The Breakup Box” “The I Got A New Job Box” “The All-Nighter Box” “The Girls Night Out Box” etc. I think I’m going to have to go and make me a box 🙂
This is awesome! I love this lol. I need a pouch. That is so much better than seeing the plastic and everyone knows what it is. All that is missing is a tshirt that says Today is Not the Day.
When my daughter started her period, I was stopping mine! We strted her emergency kit which she filled with items she chose to make herself feel better during that time of the month. You have some great items in your box!
This is soooo cute!! I’m going to make myself one this week, actually. It’ll be that time of the month soon enough and I’ve damn well earned one of these! lol
Send me that entire box because I need it right now lol. Aunt Flo and I go at each month so painkillers and comfy pads are definitely my must haves. I love that little bottle of Bailey’s too.
How GREAT is this box!? I’m going to run to Ross today and get a box for the back of my toilet, then I’m heading to Walgreens to find some of these Kotex products! #client
I found this uber cute pouch that is so cute, decorative and descrete for feminine product transportation purposes!
This is in the pouch, but definitely fits perfectly in any purse to transport for bathroom visits. I love the colorful cheetah spot design that convienently fits the Lightdays liners.
Speaking of these new U by Kotex® Lightdays Liners, I found these at Walgreens. Let’s be real ladies sometimes we don’t have a super or even regular cycle day…these Lightday Liners were perfect for the end of the cycle. I am glad I stocked up on these and I utilized the Ibotta Rebate Smartphone App to get $0.75 off liners.
I also put it on the inside of the top of this box so I can see it when I open it up.You can print this out and do what you wish actually, make it a card insert , the #CycleSurvival Box Decor, cover your own period journal or even give these to friends to remind them it’s going to be ok, period! Print out this cute saying here.
Kotex is a brand that I love, they are always revamping their products and I love these new Lightdays liners. They are tiny and a lot can go into my “You’re Going To Be Ok,Period!” box. Seriously this box is a life saver, and I wish I would of made one sooner. Having a menstrual cycle doesnt have to be so cut and dry. You don’t have to just store your feminine products solely under your cabinents and rumage for snacks when you have a craving. You can have all your #CycleSurvival neccesities in one spot! Replenish as you get low, but keep it in a place you can get to it so you wont have to make unneccesary trips to the store for anything! I am well prepared with my Cycle Survival Box and I hope I could inspired you to create your own!
Now that is a great survival kit. It’s definitely good to cover all your bases and include some relaxation supplies too.
I get wicked headaches, so I have to take Excedrin to even function. Other than that this is spot on!
I’m LOLing at the sunglasses you put in your period box! Luckily my cycle isn’t too bad and lasts only about 3-4 days. I know, you can hit me. Lol.
I am absolutely loving this box, I need to make one for me soon. I know what you mean about aunt flo, for me she is like that every month regardless of whether I am prepared or not. Day 1 and 5 out with auntie flo is the worst every single month.
Haha – this is awesome! I should surprise my wife by making one for her for the next time 🙂
I love your survival kit. My cycle used to be such a breeze until after my 4th kiddo. Now I feel like the walking dead that week lol. I have to drink a lot of orange juice and double up on Iron as well. I like your heating pad idea as well, those always help 🙂
Absolutely love your cycle survival kit!! Kotex is my go to brand!! Awesome post and great read! Thanks!
I survive with lots of chocolate and wine. But mostly chocolate.
Being prepared in never a bad thing. Love your survival kit. I always wanted chocolate cake.
This would really keep you afloat on your time of the month. I’m sure you have all the things to pamper you and give you comfort.
These are awesome items to put in your period box indeed. I know longer have my period which I am thankful for but I will have to share this with my sisters . Thanks for sharing.
Very interesting post! Lip Balm is a must in any bag for me and chocolate always works … 🙂
I love this idea! I definitely need chocolate to survive my PMS! I need Advil to survive my cycle!
What a great survival box this would be! Thanks for highlighting this today to me!
So creative…..and prepared! Loved the ‘airplane bottle’ of assistance.
Your survival box tuck away a women intimate products, how clever design an flexible to be taken anywhere this is be creative.
That’s an excellent survival box. When that time of the month rolls around, I want to be confident, and I want some things to make me fell a bit better about life.
I will be sharing this with my wife. We travel a lot so this will be something super awesome to have with us. Thank you for sharing this awesome box!!
this is awesome! I haven’t had a cycle in over a year due to pregnancy/breastfeeding but I’m sure Aunt Flo will come back with a vengeance . I should probably be ready!
What a cute little box! I am pregnant so fortunately don’t need this right now but I think this would be great for my niece!
Being as I had a hysterectomy back in 1981 I really don’t need one of these, but I could suggest these things to my granddaughters. Very cool idea! Thanks for sharing.
This is such a great box to have on hand during your period. I feel many people would be glad to have this during their period.
This is a good box to have on hand. I love the choices you made to have included in the box.
Ha, I need a survival kit like this! This is just awesome!
I survive by avoiding drama, period! My body literally reacts to unnecessary stress and drama, by punishing me with cramps so i try to relax as much as possible.
That is a gorgeous box! I know so many of my gal pals could use one of these and be so thankful!
I am lucky enough to not have to deal with this, but I remember it and this looks like a great kit! Good job!
Now this is something every woman surely needs on them! A you’re going to be okay period box is smart, you never know where it might come in handy!
This box has a lot of great stuff. I could use a mini drink right about now.
That’s a cute idea and I love the box that you use. I always have stuff in my purse but not in the bathroom, I should do that!
What a great idea! This can actually take some of the sting out of the monthly curse. LOL. Thanks for sharing!
It’s been a number of years since I have had to worry about any of this, but as a woman I can definitely appreciate the information! My favorite two items would have to be the face mask and chocolate, we ladies can’t forget to spoil ourselves a little during those rough times! 🙂
Looks like the perfect kit to survive that unhappy time of month. I’ll have to make myself a kit.
This is a great period survival box idea. This would be great to give to a tween for her first period minus the Advil. I always make sure i have chocolate on hand when my cycle is due.
I need to make me one of these survival boxes. Periods suck! Having a few pick me up items stashed away would surely help make it a little more bearable!
I made a similar box when my daughter got her first period. I think it is really important to know that you will be alright. Thank you for sharing.
not gunna lie, I haven’t had a period in years since I have an iud….. But this under like the best idea ever! Would of come in handy many times
These are definitely some of the things I would put in too. It is great for a young lady
This is an awesome kit! You’ve thought about everything! My staple is the chocolate. Everything else is just a bonus! Lol!
You’re great, not all woman being prepared that is awesome kit and all woman should be prepared too.
You need to sell these to office buildings for the women’s bathrooms! Although I bet they’d go missing really quick!
This idea is pure genius! Very cool idea and love the box design. Thanks for this.
Oh man, this box is both awesome and hilarious all in one! On the right days I would fight someone over it!
What a cool idea to put all of your little needs for the time of the month in a cute little box. I think this is such a cool idea especially for teen girls. You may have to market and sell your “you’re going to be ok” boxes.
What a great idea! That box would make getting my period not so bad! I love how cute the box is and that contents are definitely a cycle survival kit!
Ugh I totally don’t want to think about “Aunt Flo” returning to my life but when she does I’ll be sure to get my survival kit pretty and ready. Totally cute way to make a mostly miserable time better. I love it.
I love these boxes. I have been seeing a lot of them. I love this concept and the stuff in your box, especially the little drink LOL!
What a cute, and practical box! So necessary for that time of the month! My favs are the nail polishes, pills, chocolate, and lip balm!
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This is a really cool survival box. I would love to make one of these up for my oldest daughter. She loves using that brand.
I’ve never thought of a cycle survival kit and what a brilliant idea. I’ll make one on our next trip. Thanks for the idea.
I’m going to put together a kit but I’m telling you it will only be tampons and chocolate in there LOL Oh and definitely the journal to jot my flaring emotional thoughts.
That is a really great idea! I would never have thought to make a period survival kit but now I need one! Love this!
LOL @ the mini drink. I know that’s right! I have PCOS and when I was younger I was on meds to regulate. Sometimes they were horrible. Now that I am not on those meds, I am extremely irregular and when I do have one, they are extremely painful and knock me out. Having a cyst rupture sucks just as bad. So, I need a kit like this in my life.
This is such a cute idea! I think I’ll actually create some boxes like these for my girls when that time comes. Love it!
This is a cute period box. It would be perfect to give to a teenager. My daughter needed the heating pad this month. Poor gal had a rough monthly visitor.
This is a great box idea. I like the feminin pouch. It is so cute. My daughter would love this box
What a great idea! In fact, this concept can probably be applied to so many different situations in life: “The Breakup Box” “The I Got A New Job Box” “The All-Nighter Box” “The Girls Night Out Box” etc. I think I’m going to have to go and make me a box 🙂
Okay that mini drink idea is adorable! I would need that in all of my special boxes for the month, lol
Something sweet, something salty and ibuprofen are what help me get through my period. I wouldn’t survive without them.
This is awesome! I love this lol. I need a pouch. That is so much better than seeing the plastic and everyone knows what it is. All that is missing is a tshirt that says Today is Not the Day.
When my daughter started her period, I was stopping mine! We strted her emergency kit which she filled with items she chose to make herself feel better during that time of the month. You have some great items in your box!
This is soooo cute!! I’m going to make myself one this week, actually. It’ll be that time of the month soon enough and I’ve damn well earned one of these! lol
Send me that entire box because I need it right now lol. Aunt Flo and I go at each month so painkillers and comfy pads are definitely my must haves. I love that little bottle of Bailey’s too.
If I received this box, I would totally be smiling! Everything you need to turn that period frown upside down, love it!
This is a super cute box! This would be perfect for a girl who just started her period!
How GREAT is this box!? I’m going to run to Ross today and get a box for the back of my toilet, then I’m heading to Walgreens to find some of these Kotex products! #client
WOW! I think I need to do something like this! Thanks for sharing your survival kit.
Now that is a real survival kit! It has everything a girl needs and it’s cute tooo!
I love your survival kit. I need to have one of these. Just brilliant.
I’ve never seen a box like that! That’s pretty dang creative!