Question:
i'm worried that im going to have my period in school and if that happens what am i going to do?
alexandra, 17, NJ
SIMPLY SWANSON
Dear alexandra,
It can be really nerve-wracking to wonder when your first period is going to happen and to worry about whether or not you're prepared. You can be prepared if you think about what you'll need when it happens. Make sure you always have some sanitary products with you. You may even want to "practice" using them, so you know what it will feel like when you do need them. Talk to your mom, an aunt, a sister, or some other woman you feel you can trust, to share your thoughts, questions, concerns. Once it happens, you'll be surprised at how quickly you get used to it.
– Dr. Marion
JUST JULIETTE
Dear alexandra,
Don't stress! My best advice to you is to go to school prepared. If you think you are going to get your period in school, you should bring a "period pouch" to have in your backpack. In it, you should bring a sanitary napkin pad, a tampon, and some Advil incase you get cramps during the day. If you get your period during school, you can always reach into your period pouch and head to the bathroom. People aren't going to be paying attention so it will be easy to just raise your hand and slip out of class. Also, make sure to wear jeans or dark colored bottoms- don't wear white, just incase!
– Juliette
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