When we think of vibrators, we usually associate them with pleasure — and for good reason. But these tools of pleasure can also be powerful allies when it comes to pain relief, especially during your menstrual cycle.
Menstrual cramps are incredibly common — and often completely disruptive. Cramps happen because your uterus is contracting to shed its lining. These contractions, driven by hormones called prostaglandins, can cause anything from mild discomfort to knock-you-off-your-feet pain. You reach for the usual tools: heat pack, magnesium, painkillers… but there is something else, something perhaps unexpected, that can help ease the tension and pain: your vibrator.
If you’ve ever pressed your hand into your belly or stretched into a yoga pose to relieve cramps, using a vibrator offers a similar — but often deeper — kind of release. The rhythmic stimulation increases blood flow, releases tension, and encourages the muscles to soften, interrupting pain signals being sent to the brain, potentially offering immediate, drug-free relief in a way that feels both gentle and empowering.
The Aspen, our peaked, internal g-spot vibe is a great option if you're looking for something to try. With seven speed settings, this is a great tool that can be used for perineal massage and helps to strengthen pelvic floor muscles.
So, how to use it?
Focus on the areas where you feel tension: typically the lower abdomen, pelvic area, and lower back. A wand-style or larger surface vibrator is best for this kind of full-body support. Hold it against your skin or over a soft layer of clothing — whatever feels right for your body in the moment.
You can try lying down with your knees supported, placing the vibrator just below your belly button or at the base of your spine. Start on a lower setting and increase only if it feels good. This practice isn’t about arousal — though if that naturally arises, that’s okay too. It’s about offering your body comfort, soothing, and attention — something many of us need more of during our periods.
Want an extra comfort boost?
Try adding a warm compress or heat pack to the mix. The combination of warmth and vibration can deepen muscle relaxation and help ease cramps even more effectively. It’s like giving your uterus a warm hug and a massage at the same time.
And remember, be kind and gentle with yourself.
During your period, your body may feel more tender and emotionally sensitive — so approach this practice with softness. There’s no need to “push through” discomfort. Let this be a moment of care, not correction. Your body is worthy of supportive self touch and divine care, especially when it may be experiencing pain. And your pleasure, besides being your right to simply enjoy, can also be healing.
So next time, consider shifting your vibrator from your pleasure toolkit and into your self-care toolkit too.
