caption:Be mindful of how your body changes before your period starts(Health Magazine)

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Experiencing periods unexpectedly can be frustrating hence the need for proper planning ahead of your menses.

Here are some of the tips which women can follow to stay prepared for unexpected periods: 

1. Keep a spare in your bag

You can never predict the exact time for your periods. Therefore, always keep a pad or tampon in all your bags if you are the kind of person who frequently switches her bags.

2. Be mindful of how your body changes before your period start

These symptoms can begin to occur up to 10 days before a woman experiences her periods. But the most common one is probably bloating and gaining weight. 

3. Analyse your cervical mucus

Cervical mucus is a sort of liquid secreted by the cervix. About five days before your period begins, your cervix will produce the largest amount of cervical mucus. This is because your estrogen levels begin to surge and it encourages more mucus discharge. If the cervical mucus is thick, white and kind of sticky, then your period may begin in few days.

4. Keep a period kit for comfort ready at all times

This comfort kit comes in handy during your time of the month. Grab an empty bag and put together all the things you need that help you feel comfortable during your cycle. It can include a few painkillers, a heating pad, a good book, chocolates, some snacks, and the menstrual products of your choice.

5. Stay positive. 

Although periods may cause pain in the uterus, they aren’t all doom and gloom. Always remember that having periods is a sign of good health. It’s one of the best indicators that your reproductive system is healthy. And it lets you know that you’re not pregnant.