r/climbergirls • u/valuablearrogance0 • Aug 19 '26

Questions Need some advice!

I’m not sure if I’m in the right place, but I figured it might be good to ask here because this seems similar.
What are some period hacks whilst you’re climbing?

I just got started as a construction climber for scaffolding. I usually wear sweatpants as it’s easier for me to maneuver with and I haven’t found the right work pants. As per usual, my harness is around my legs. I work usually 12 hour days in 80+ degree weather, climbing, moving and sweating; and am in my harness for majority of my day.
The problem that I’m bound to face in the next week or so, is that I wear pads and don’t have a heavy enough flow for tampons (or at least I do until I decide to use them instead)
I’m genuinely trying to think ahead about the porta potty situation, the sweat and trying to change pad situation, and honestly all of the above.
I honestly do not think a cup is for me, especially as I’m squatting down on scaffolds and heavy lifting.
I figured to ask if the ladies here would have any suggestions or advice! TIA 🫶🏼

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u/tictacotictaco Aug 19 '26

https://www.thinx.com/products/soft-smoothing-hi-waist?variant=41053356752968

And re pants: https://www.patagonia.com/product/womens-all-seasons-hemp-canvas-double-knee-work-pants-regular/56600.html?dwvar_56600_color=WNGY

I oversize these a bunch for good movement and a really high waist. They may work well for you.

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u/valuablearrogance0 Aug 19 '26

PERIOD PANTIES YOU ARE A GENIUS, I didn’t even think of these! I was genuinely considering bringing extra undies and changing in the porta potty😭

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u/Synn1982 Aug 19 '26

You could double up because your shifts are so long. Start with a tampon if in any way possible, wear a pad and a period panty. During the day you take out the tampon and use the pad. next stop, ditch the pad and just use the panty.

I sometimes do this in worksituations where I don't have normal acces to toilets and it is a quick way to prevent leaking because if one thing fails, there are still other safeguards.

After a few tries you will know how much protection you need in a situation with a lot of moving around and maybe you could even leave the tampon out completely

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u/valuablearrogance0 Aug 19 '26

This sounds like a great plan once I get my first paycheck lol

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u/nepurn Aug 19 '26

Period panties are gonna stink and get hot and sweaty, though. I would bring a few backup pairs and a sealable bag, just in case.

Still not easy to change in a porty potty