There are a few herbs that are particularly helpful to reduce period pain. As suggested by its very name, cramp bark is one of them – it is very effective at alleviating painful cramps and spasms, by relaxing muscles and blood vessels especially around the pelvic area. Ginger is another warming herb which stimulates circulation and reduces inflammation. It promotes blood flow and oxygenation throughout the body and reduces the tendency to blood clotting. It is excellent to relieve any uterine congestion and it naturally soothes spasms and pain, making it helpful for painful periods. Raspberry leaf also gently tones and strengthens the uterine and pelvic muscles, reducing cramps and spasms during periods and soothing any discomfort.
All of these herbs are included in our Menstrual Support Tincture and in our Menstrual Support Tea, which both combine hormone-balancing and pain relieving herbs to provide comfort and relief throughout your period. They are great herbal companions for navigating the shifts your body goes through each month, including easing any pain and discomfort but also bringing balance to your mood, energy levels and hormonal changes. We also offer a Menstrual Balm, which can be massaged onto your lower belly as and when needed to help ease cramps, spasms, pain, soreness, bloating and stress. It contains a range of warming, relaxing, painkilling and antispasmodic herbs into a soothing and nourishing blend of jojoba, coconut and castor oil, and added a range of essential oils to create a beautifully effective and fragrant balm.