When menstruation hits, your partner is dealing with more than just physical discomfort. Hormone fluctuations can affect mood, energy, and pain tolerance. Here are five proven ways to provide support without overthinking it.

1. Stock up on supplies before they're needed—CivvyMode's Supply Drop feature reminds you when to prepare.

2. Offer comfort without being asked—a heating pad, her favorite snack, or simply taking over a chore she usually handles.

3. Don't take mood changes personally—hormonal shifts are real and temporary.

4. Reduce expectations for plans—suggest low-key activities instead of high-energy outings.

5. Listen more, fix less—sometimes she just needs to vent, not receive solutions.

These small actions compound into massive relationship improvements over time.