Cramps... serve.?

Well i'm due for my period pretty soon and i own been have really bad cramps. I be just wondering if anyone could provide me some tips on how to relieve the pain?
Thanks heaps :) Heat. a heat pad, a hot tub, etc. OTC pain relievers may provide some nouns.
Sounds wierd, but laying down near your feet up (like on the wall) help too.
exercise may help.
my girlfriend uses a hot dampen bottle and it helps her deeply. You can also get a type of fry pack that heats up within the microwave.