How Do I Use A Pad?
February 15, 2009
“Dear Katie,
How do I use a period pad and how do I tell my mum I started my period ?
please help me!” ~Laura, 14
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Dear Laura,
It is no secret that all girls get their period. I know that it can be a bit embarassing to bring up to your mother, but she is probably anticipating you to get your period since you are 14 now. Thats the same age I was when I got mine. Getting your period is exciting because it means you are becoming a woman…plus you get tol start wearing a bra too if you haven’t already!
Anyway, when using a pad, just peel off the side parts and line it up to your panty and stick on to hold tight. The box the pads come in usually have great visual instructions. Make sure to change periodically through out the day, depending on how heavy your flow is.
But you definetly should tell your mom right away…and just act excited when you tell her. I’m sure she will be glad and all women have it too so it’s not like you are weird or anything for having it!
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Bri
Here is my opinion- as to telling your mom, just sit down alone with her. Tell her you are getting your “monthly present”. She will probably be proud. As for the pad, it is just like Katie said–and you might want to ask your mother while having the chat already mentioned. She will be happy to show you.
Hope it helps!
May 16th, 2009
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