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What could you put in an "emergency kit" in your backpack?
What is: a spare pad & extra underwear
If you start your period unexpectedly at school and don't have any supplies, these are school staff members you can ask for help.
Who are: office, teacher, and/or counselor
What can be done to help with period pains?
What is: Warm Water, Heating Pads, Pain Meds
How often should a pad be changed?
What is: every 4 to 6 hours
How often should period underwear be changed?
What is: every 8 to 12 hours on regular or light days, & every 4 to 6 hours on heavy days
How often should a tampon be changed?
What is: every 4 to 7 hours
Short for Premenstrual Syndrome, this acronym describes the emotional and physical symptoms that can happen right before a period starts.
What is: PMS?
If you think your period has suddenly started while sitting in the middle of class, this is what you could ask to do.
What is: ask to go to the restroom?
What is a good method for disposing of used pads or tampons at school?
This is the average number of days a typical menstrual cycle lasts, though anywhere from 21 to 35 days is normal.
What is: 28 days?