Traveling during PMDD can be stressful, but being prepared can help lessen the impact of symptoms and overwhelm
Before you go
- Check cycle window to prepare yourself
- schedule "buffer days" if possible
- pre-book quiet hotel room (high floor, away from elevators).
Pack list (PMDD edition)
- Noise-canceling headphones
- eye mask
- tea/portable snack kit
- meds/supplements
- soft scarf/hoodie
- journal + pen
- small LED nightlight
- create a soothing playlist ahead of time
- coloring book & crayons
- your biggest sunglasses to block out the world as much as possible and to hide your bitchy expression (no offense, come on...don't be mad. You know it's true.)
On the road
- Keep meals steady (low histamine as possible)
- hydrate
- be ready to use your boundary scripts for plans you might cancel
FAQs
What if symptoms hit mid-trip?
- Text your support person
- Take a quiet hour to lower your stimulation and regroup
- Choose the lowest-effort plan
- Bail if you need to
Traveling is stressful. Don't feel bad if it stresses you out. I hope everything goes smoothly for you and I'll be here when you get back! Until next time.
