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This girl who’s not my “girlfriend” but is essentially my gf is on her period, just started it yesterday.. how would y’all want your bf to take care of you during your period? What would y’all want, not want etc? Please help. She’s 22 and I’m 21.. THANKS
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Anonymous 15w

Heating pad, cooling pad, something fluffy, eating out to avoid having to clean dishes, or my partner cleaning dishes, snuggles, forehead kisses, things that make me feel safe/nested. My favorite snack, not having to worry about the upkeep of my apartment

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Anonymous 15w

Every woman is different, so just ask her what she needs

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Anonymous 15w

I also gotta be nice and on my best behavior smh

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

That’s very true, that’s why I was j asking for others opinions so I can just do certain things without being asked or told yk?

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

I get it. It’s definitely easier to just ask directly what you can do for her, shows her you care about *her* and don’t think every woman has the same copy and paste preferences

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

Ofc ofc. I have asked too, she’s just very independent and doesn’t like to ask for help or ask for things and when she does, she feels bad about it… that’s why I wanted to get some ideas so she doesn’t have to feel bad about asking or needing or wanting

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

I would just generally baby her tbh, like make sure there’s enough pads/tampons and whatever pain pills work for her, and also make sure she’s hydrating with whatever drink she likes. I usually go for a gatorlyte when I’m down bad. Also, pro tip that she might not know about, eating a steak before a period can help reduce cramping and other symptoms

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

Literally said the steak thing ln and she laughed at me smfh

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

Tried telling her that steak is a good source of iron that’s lost during menstruation

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

No you’re 100% right! My man actually taught me that and it really has helped 😂

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

She was like.. where tf am I gonna get expensive ass steak, and I have to agree.. that was a valid point

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

Seeeee

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

We know some things!

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Anonymous replying to -> #3 15w

Yes yes ofc thank youuu

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

Yeah, tbf that was also my first point when I was given that info lol. A steak every month in this economy isn’t the most doable thing. But I’m sure any kind of boost in iron is good!

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

Ofc, I j gotta figure that part out

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

Also since no one has said it yet, dark chocolate is another food that’s supposed to help with cramping. I also personally love dark chocolate so it doubles as a sweet treat, and I generally really crave sweets on my period

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

It helps w cramping?

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 15w

Allegedly. I’m not sure if it helps me bc it’s a placebo effect or bc it actually helps, but I’ve definitely read that dark chocolate has something in it that helps

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 15w

Worth a try I suppose

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