Is vomiting normal on your period?

My girlfriend used to throw up nearly every month on her first day because her cramps were so insanely painful. She thought it was just a normal period thing until she finally saw a gynecologist who helped her manage the pain properly. Honestly, don't just tolerate it, talk to a doctor.

I used to have terrible nausea and vomiting episodes during my periods, and my doctor later found out it was heavily linked to my thyroid imbalance. Once I got my thyroid levels regulated with proper medication, my cycles became much smoother. Please get a simple blood test done to see if your hormones are balanced.

Honestly, between the sleepless nights due to cramps and having to run to the washroom to throw up, period week is just a nightmare. I literally survived on coconut water and plain toast last month because my stomach refused to hold anything else. If you are throwing up constantly, please go see a doctor instead of suffering like me.

Oh, period nausea is the absolute worst! 😭 Sometimes our bodies just react strongly to the sudden hormone drop. Try sucking on some ginger candy or drinking peppermint tea to settle your tummy. Sending you lots of strength, but do mention this to your doctor during your next visit!

I completely relate to this, as I also used to get incredibly sick on the very first day of my cycle. I realized that keeping my meals very light and skipping tea or coffee a day before my period starts really helps reduce the nausea. It is still a good idea to consult a doctor to rule out any severe issues.