Use a heating pad or warm compress on your lower abdomen
Take a warm bath or shower
Stay hydrated
Do light exercise such as walking, stretching, or yoga
Get enough sleep and rest
Manage stress with breathing exercises or meditation
Eat balanced meals and avoid skipping food
Consider over-the-counter pain relief if safe for you and approved by a pharmacist or doctor
If you use hormonal birth control, ask a healthcare professional whether your method may help regulate or shorten periods
See a healthcare professional if your periods are very heavy, very painful, irregular, or suddenly changed