In Spain, there are reported plans to introduce medical leave for women who suffer from extreme period pain.
I’ve had six teeth removed, been stabbed with injections like a pin cushion, dislocated my finger on a ski slope, and stubbed my little toe more times than I care to remember – but nothing compares to period pain.
Like so many of us, as a grown woman, I’ve popped a few pills at the first rumblings of cramps, wrestled with tight-fitting work clothes, and limped my way into the office. While brilliant, and a fantastic example of giving women the autonomy over their bodies – perhaps helping women refocus and recuperate on this period of leave in advance of returning to work – I’m of the opinion that the suggested provisions could go much further.At its worst, period pain can spark vomiting and diarrhoea; affect your mood and your concentration, making you feel clumsy and exhausted with extreme mood swings.. Have womb ablation , and even opt for hysterectomies.
The potential move from Spain is the first legal entitlement of its kind in Europe, following the likes of Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Zambia and Indonesia who already grant paid menstrual leave.
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