Place a heat pad or a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel on your lower tummy, then try slow 4-7-8 breathing: breathe in for 4 counts, hold for 7, and breathe out for 8. Heat on your tummy is one of the simple things that can help ease period pain. Slow, deep breathing is a common relaxation technique, and early research suggests it may help reduce stress.
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Heat Therapy + Breathing Practice
Apply gentle heat to your lower abdomen while practicing slow 4-7-8 breathing.
Sources
- NHSPeriod pain (2026)
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative HealthRelaxation Techniques: What You Need To Know
General wellness information, not medical advice. Talk to your healthcare provider about your health.