What should a guy not do when a girl is on her period?

That’s such a thoughtful question 🙌 — it shows you want to be supportive. When a girl is on her period, a guy’s attitude and behavior can make a huge difference. Here’s what a guy should avoid doing:

🚫 What Not to Do When a Girl Is on Her Period

1. Don’t Make Jokes or Insensitive Comments

  • Avoid saying things like “You’re so moody, must be your period” or teasing her about PMS.

  • Periods are natural, not something to mock. Jokes can make her feel dismissed or embarrassed.

2. Don’t Dismiss Her Pain

  • Cramps, headaches, and fatigue can be very real and intense.

  • Saying “It’s not that bad” or “Just get over it” invalidates her experience.

3. Don’t Act Grossed Out

  • Don’t make faces, gag noises, or say “eww” about period blood or products.

  • Menstruation is normal biology — acting disgusted can make her feel ashamed.

4. Don’t Pressure Her

  • Don’t push her to be intimate, exercise, or socialize if she’s not in the mood.

  • Respect if she wants rest, space, or extra comfort.

5. Don’t Ignore Her Needs

  • Running out of pads/tampons/cups and not helping when she asks can feel careless.

  • Even small gestures like bringing her a heating pad, snacks, or water show care.

6. Don’t Compare or Minimize

  • Don’t say “Other girls don’t complain this much” or compare her cycle to someone else’s.

  • Everyone’s body and symptoms are different.

7. Don’t Treat It as a Burden

  • Don’t act like she’s being “too much” or that her period is inconvenient for you.

  • Instead, show patience and understanding — it builds trust and care.

✅ The Best Approach

Be kind, patient, and supportive. Sometimes just saying:
👉 “I’m here if you need anything”
👉 “Do you want me to get you something?”
👉 “It’s okay to rest”

…can mean the world to her.

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