Several methods and factors may help make your period come faster, though none are guaranteed:
- Hormonal birth control is the most reliable way to control the timing of your period. For example, stopping combination birth control pills early can induce menstruation sooner, but this should only be done under medical guidance to avoid unwanted pregnancy
- Sex and orgasm can potentially bring on a period earlier. The uterine contractions during orgasm may help dilate the cervix and stimulate shedding of the uterine lining. Hormones released during sexual activity, such as oxytocin, adrenaline, and dopamine, also contribute to this effect
- Stress reduction can help regulate your menstrual cycle. High stress can delay periods by affecting hormone regulation in the brain, so managing stress through yoga, meditation, or relaxation techniques may encourage your period to start
- Exercise can influence hormone levels and reduce stress, potentially helping to induce a period. However, excessive exercise or extreme calorie restriction can have the opposite effect and delay menstruation
- Dietary factors such as increasing vitamin C intake are believed by some to help bring on a period faster by affecting hormone levels, though scientific evidence is limited. Certain herbs known as emmenagogues (e.g., parsley, ginger, rosemary) are traditionally used to stimulate menstrual flow, but their effectiveness and safety are not well established
- Medications like medroxyprogesterone or primosiston, which regulate hormones, can be prescribed to induce a period but require medical supervision
In summary, while hormonal birth control and prescribed medications are the most effective and reliable methods, natural approaches like sex, stress management, moderate exercise, and certain dietary changes may help nudge your period to come sooner. Always consult a healthcare provider before trying hormonal or medicinal interventions
