women only... camping in the woods during that time...?

[krazyaboutsailing]

im going camping this friday, and i just started my period, im 20 so its not like its anything new... but last time this happened i was with all girls so it wasn't too bad, but this weekend is a trip im going on with all guys, and i don't know what i should do because ive been looking forward to this for months and i was suspto get my period last week but it came this morning, and lasts about 8 days so i will still be on it......any help or advice on what i can do. this is a back in the woods cary ur tent pitch it n the woods, and hike kind of weekend, i really don't know what to do!!

 

[Moem]

Personally, I would not worry at all, because I use a menstrual cup and they're great for camping. You don't have to pack anything out: all you leave behind is the blood itself (if there are bears around: make sure you dump it away from the camp site, and dig a little hole or pour it into a lake or river).
You would need a bit of extra water to rinse the cup and wash your hands. That's all.
Since you'll be 'light' by that time, you'd only need to empty it in the morning and before bed (= every 12 hours). No leaking and no discomfort at all.

Just a thought, hoping it's helpful!

 

[Elli]

I suggest just bringing your own trash so you can throw your pads in there if you go in the woods, and if you have tampons you can just bury them far away lol.
That is hard to do though, but that's all I can think of.
Hope it helps!