What are some first time period tips?

Introduction

First periods are scary, scary things. It's not just a matter of having cramps or dealing with an annoying inconvenience—it can also be a huge emotional event. However, there are a lot of ways that you can reduce the stress of your first period by preparing ahead of time and being prepared for anything that might happen.

Buy a box of your favorite tampons or pads that you know and trust.

When you're first getting your period, tampons or pads are both good options. Pad use can be helpful if you know that the heavy flow days won't be consistent and want to make sure that nothing leaks out during sports activities or overnight.

Tampons may be a better fit for swimming since they aren't as bulky as pads (which can sometimes feel like wearing a diaper). However, if you don't swim often and don't mind carrying around a baggy of extra stuff in case of an emergency--or just want something more discreet than a tampon string hanging out of your underwear--pads might work better for you!

Make sure you have a backup in case you forget to buy one.

• If you're a forgetful person, it's best to keep a backup supply of tampons or pads at home.
• If you run out and don't have time to head to the store, try using a pad as a makeshift tampon by folding it over so that it covers the opening of your vagina and then inserting it like normal. This will help soak up any blood that might leak out while waiting for another box of tampons or pads (or just until next month).
• If there is no bathroom available for changing your tampon/pad, try squatting down slightly with one foot on top of the other so that gravity helps pull down any remaining blood in your underwear--just make sure not to put too much pressure on your lower back when doing this!

Get comfortable with your period before you begin it.

Before you begin your period, it's important to get comfortable with the idea of having one. If this is something new for you, try practicing changing pads or tampons so that when the time comes, nothing will feel foreign or scary. It's also helpful to know what works best for your body and budget--some people prefer tampons while others use pads exclusively; some prefer brands like Playtex Sport because they have wings that help keep the product in place while others prefer organic cotton products such as Natracare (or both).

Find out what works best for YOU before starting your first cycle!

Pee before you put on a pad or tampon.

Pee before you put on a pad or tampon. Urinating will help prevent irritation of the skin caused by urine being acidic.

If you have to go to the bathroom, do not rush! Take your time to make sure everything is clean and dry before putting on your period product.

Always wash your hands after you change your pad or tampon, no matter how tired you are of doing it!

• Always wash your hands with soap and water after changing your pad or tampon, no matter how tired you are of doing it!
• Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet.
• Use a paper towel to open the bathroom door.

If you're not sure where to put used pads/tampons when they're done being used, check out this article on How To Dispose Of Your Menstrual Products Properly

Wear dark colored underwear so that stains don't show through lighter clothes.

• Wear dark colored underwear so that stains don't show through lighter clothes.
• If you do have to change your underwear, make sure to wash them right away. If not, use a stain remover as soon as possible after staining your panties or bra with blood or other fluids from your period (like discharge).

Wash your hands before handling any type of hygiene product that will touch the vagina or cervix (tampons, pads, etc.).

Wash your hands with soap and water before handling any type of hygiene product that will touch the vagina or cervix (tampons, pads, etc.). You can also use a hand sanitizer if you don't have access to soap and water.

• Open the package using a paper towel instead of your fingers or teeth so you don't get blood on anything else in your bathroom cabinet.
• Don't use nail clippers on tampons or pads because they can tear them apart and cause leaks like that time I tried cutting up my mom's maxi pad into smaller pieces so it would fit better in her purse but ended up making a mess everywhere because apparently maxi pads aren't meant to be cut up into pieces!

It is important to remember that everyone's first time having their period is different and there's no right or wrong way to handle it

It's important to remember that everyone's first time having their period is different and there's no right or wrong way to handle it. You may experience some of the symptoms listed above, but not all of them. You may also experience other symptoms that are unique to your body and situation.

If you have questions about your period or what to expect when you get yours for the first time, ask someone who has been through it before (like an older sister, mom or dad). The best way to handle it is being prepared and knowing what will happen! If all else fails, ask someone for help!

Conclusion

Hopefully, these tips will help you get through your first period and make it a little easier. If you need any other advice or have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us! We're here for all our readers