During menstruation, having to endure cramps, mood swings and other unpleasant side effects can certainly be daunting, and not a little. If you add to everything else the constant worry of getting dirty, then this time of the month can become really unbearable. Nonetheless, there are many tricks you can try to make sure you experience a stain and worry-free cycle.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Better Prepare
Step 1. Make sure you put on the tampon correctly
To do it right, you need to unpack it, remove the stickers, and then make sure you place it exactly in the center of the briefs so it doesn't move too far up or down. Does it have wings? Then you also need to peel off the relevant stickers and stick them firmly to the bottom of the laundry to secure them carefully. Once you have it properly adjusted, you can do one last check to make sure it doesn't move while you are wearing it.
- Remember to wash your hands before putting on the tampon. Throw it in the trash after wrapping it in its sachet or a piece of toilet paper.
- Some prefer cloth pads to ordinary ones. They are not among the most effective in terms of absorbency (but this is relative), but they are undoubtedly excellent for the environment.
Step 2. Bring pads of the right length and thickness
If you have a blemish problem and flow is heavy, you should look for a product that has excellent absorbency and is as long as possible. Before going to sleep, be sure to put on a night pad, which is even bigger. Although it is quite thick, you can also wear it during the day in case your period is heavy and you tend to have a lot of side losses.
You should try to buy sanitary pads with wings to make sure they don't move as much and stick properly to your underwear
Step 3. For more peace of mind, add panty liners
Some prefer to place them sideways both under and over the tampon. This method can offer you greater coverage where losses occur. You can also arrange a pair of lighter pads perpendicular to the main one for even more safety. That said, it's not the best in comfort, especially if these side shields were to shift. Accordingly, be sure to wear a pair of tight-fitting panties and secure the pads carefully.
If you tend to have leaks on the front or back of the tampon, you may also want to move it slightly down or up, depending on your needs
Step 4. Wear thicker briefs
Another way to minimize the appearance of stains is to wear more resistant and less leak-prone underwear. This trick may not protect you completely, but it can help you lessen the gravity of the situation. In fact, in case of leakage, more blood will be absorbed. Also, remember that wearing thicker, more absorbent briefs will make you feel more comfortable.
Just make sure the panties don't come loose. Loose underwear actually makes the tampon move more, so there is a higher chance of an accident
Step 5. You could use special panties for your period
If you have a heavy flow or issues with leaking, then you can consider wearing panties designed just for those days. No, we're not talking about that ugly old underwear you only wear at that time of the month because you don't care what happens to them. The briefs designed for menstruation are specific. In fact, they are made up of three distinct layers that allow you not to get dirty. The first layer is absorbent, the second is leakproof and the third is cotton. They are made of a breathable material, keeping you cool and making you comfortable. Plus, they make you feel particularly protected.
One of these briefs can cost as much as 10 euros, if not more. Either way, just buy two and alternate them throughout the cycle - this investment is worth it
Part 2 of 2: Take Additional Precautions
Step 1. Carry a clutch bag with some spare items, you never know
Prepare a pencil case to stay calm when you are on period. Inside, keep extra sanitary pads, panty liners, a pair of briefs and, if the situation gets desperate, spare pants. Do you have space in your backpack? Having clean clothes can help you be even safer. On the one hand it is likely that you will not use them, but you just need to know that you have the possibility to not worry.
If you run out of sanitary pads or panty liners, don't be afraid to ask a friend or teacher for help. Remember that everyone menstruates. Your friends may not be able to help you, but they will understand you. Are you the only one in the group who already has your period? Then you can try asking an available adult
Step 2. Don't move as much as you usually do
You have to stay calm and live more or less as always when you are wearing a sanitary pad. In fact, you are not forced to give up your everyday life. On the other hand, remember that you are more likely to have losses if you spin the wheel, run here and there, jump, or move fairly quickly from place to place. Check your movements when you are menstruating, especially if you have a heavy period. Certain activities could cause the tampon to move or cause it to curl up on itself, causing leaks.
That said, you don't have to skip PE class or sit sad and lonely in the corner when you're on period. In fact, exercise can help relieve cramps
Step 3. Wear darker, softer clothing than usual
Leaks will worry you less if you wear clothing that won't emphasize them. Dark clothing does not point out possible stains, and you will not dirty light-colored clothes, risking not being able to remove the stains. Loose clothing will also help you feel less uncomfortable with the pad, so your range of motion will be greater.
You don't need to be scruffy when you're on your period. In fact, you should always feel beautiful. By wearing darker clothes, you will worry less about possible accidents
Step 4. Go to the bathroom more often
Another way to make sure you don't have any leaks is to constantly monitor the situation. Try to go to the bathroom every two hours to change your tampon and make sure everything goes smoothly. is a great way to prevent leaks and stains. You will know exactly when it is time to replace the tampon and you will feel safe and secure.
If you have to go to the bathroom right while you are in class, don't worry about what the teacher will say. Ask him politely and everything will be fine. In fact, if you don't go away often, you won't have anything to complain about
Step 5. Use darker sheets or lay an old towel on the mattress
If you're worried about staining your bed, especially during a sleepover at a friend's, you can use old bedding or a worn out towel. That way, you don't have to worry about leaving stains on the sheets and you can sleep like a log without feeling the need to check your bed often. This helps you rest smoothly and feel more carefree.
- It is not a tragedy if it were to happen. In the worst case, you have stained a sheet and someone will find out: so what? It is likely that the underwear will be seen by another woman, who will perfectly understand what happened. You have no reason to be alarmed.
- If your father or another man sees the stained sheets, he too will understand what happened. Don't let yourself be obsessed with what might happen and just sleep peacefully.
Step 6. Having your period is a source of pride
Period is not a source of embarrassment, even when you happen to get stained. You should be proud of having it, because that means the body is changing. Also, all women have to live with it and learn how to manage it. The sooner you accept it, the better. Talk to a friend or relative: you will see that there is nothing to be ashamed of because it is perfectly natural.
- Sure, getting stained in public can be quite embarrassing, but it's fleeting. You shouldn't leave the house in a panic every time you have your period because you're afraid of dirtying your pants - don't let your period stop you from living well.
- If wearing a tampon doesn't make you comfortable, then give it a try with a tampon or a menstrual cup… maybe it'll be more comfortable for you. The tampon should be changed every 8 hours maximum, while the menstrual cup approximately every 10 hours. They can help you prevent leaks and give you greater awareness than tampons.
Advice
- Try to always have at least two tampons on hand every time you leave the house, even when you are not menstruating. Maybe the period will take you by surprise.
- The skirt is not exactly the best piece of clothing to wear when you are on period. Jeans and other pants fit the crotch better, so they prevent the pad from shifting.
- If you have a sweatshirt, tie it around the waist to hide stains from leaks.
- If you get your panties stained, don't throw them away. Wash them and then keep them in the drawer: you can use them every time you have your period because they are ruined by now and it won't be a problem if it happens again.
- Wear stretch shorts if you plan on wearing a skirt.
- If you want to wear colored (but not black) jeans or pants, put on a pair of leggings or socks first.
- Long shirts can come to your rescue if you spot your pants.
- Buy the most absorbent tampons you can find.
- In case of leaks, don't be scared and don't freak out. You should calm down and go to the bathroom armed with everything you need to make up for it. Try using thicker pads or wear night pads during the day as well.
- Don't let your period stop you from living according to your plans.
- Try to use long, thick pads. Plus, wear two pairs of briefs to reinforce protection and prevent leaks. This method works for many.
- Put a wingless maxi sanitary napkin over an ultrathin one that has wings instead. Because? If you leak through the first pad, the blood will end up on the one below. Using two tampons is a good preventative method and ensures that the flow does not stain your briefs or pants. If you want extra protection, try combining an inner and outer absorbent as well.
- Change your tampon every three hours.
- At night, wear a pair of leggings under your pajama bottoms to keep the pad from shifting.
- If your period comes as a nasty surprise while you're with your friends, ask one of them to lend you a tampon.
- Did you forget your sanitary pads at home? A little toilet paper should suffice if the flow is light.
- If you have a bikini that you don't wear anymore, you can use the panties together with a pair of panties. They absorb some blood and, as they are old, you can throw them away in case they get damaged.
- If you have frequent leaks, try using night pads both during the day and in the evening. They usually cover panties well and prevent leaks. Some types also have particularly thick wings to secure them better to underwear.
