We think it's safe to assume that no woman enjoys her period (if you do, please contact us and teach us your ways). It's uncomfortable and messy, and we sometimes end up clutching our heating pads when we sleep and keeping Midol in our purses at all times. But lucky for us, there are plenty of additional options to make that time of the month easier all around, especially in the hygiene-product arena.
Conventional tampons and pads can be a hassle—they can leak, they're known to contain toxins, they have to be changed repeatedly, and we're constantly having to buy more of them. We knew there had to be a solution, so we did our research and found some surprisingly great alternatives that could work better for you and your lifestyle. Keep reading if you're ready to play the field a bit.