3 ways to not be embarrassed about buying tampons

Tell me if this sounds familiar: That time of the month is comin’ up fast, you check your tampon stash and—ugh!—your sis left the box empty! What’s a girl to do but run to the drug store, grab a box...

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Period panic! What if I get it at school?

I haven't gotten my period yet, and I'm afraid I'll get it for the first time at soccer practice or school or somewhere. Help me! Dear Worried, Every woman in the world made it through her first time, and you can be sure that...

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Got a down there sitch you're too embarrassed to ask anyone else about?

Getting stinky down south? Got an itch below the belt? From hairy sitches to period probs, we’ve got the answers to all the questions you’re way too embarrassed to ask anyone else. So go ahead, ask us! If you’ve got a down there sitch...

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Itchy down there after my period

I've just started my period and now, down there, has been constantly irritated! I don't want to itch but it gets so bad. Any solutions? Resist the urge to itch! If you scratch yourself down there it could really hurt. The...

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10 ways to prep for your period

Spring is finally here and I’m freaked I’m gonna get surprised by my period when I’m wearing something cute. What should I do to be prepared? No need to worry, babe. With our top-10 period tips, you can keep Aunt Flo under control...

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Why is wearing a pad so uncomfortable?

Whenever that "time-of-the-month" comes around, I always have issues with my pad. It rubs me the wrong way, literally! Is there anything I can do to make it feel better? Don’t worry girl, we’ve all been there! When you first...

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100 must-know period facts and fun

Whether you’re a veteran when it comes to dealing with Mother Nature’s monthly gift or you’re still waiting for Aunt Flo to come to town, GL’s got all the essential info you need—and, OK, a couple of chuckles—to get you through that time...

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First period protection

My mom keeps giving me “the talk” on getting my period. I think I’m ready, but I’m scared that it might happen at school, and I don’t want to embarrass myself in front of everyone. What can I do to...

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The 1-2-3 of period protection

Getting your first period can be a little scary, and sometimes you just hate to talk to your mom about certain things! But there are def things you should know, and that’s what we’re here to tell you. Getting...

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My period always soaks through

Whenever I put on pads, once I sit down, they scrunch up and I end up bleeding around them. Once, I bled through my pads, underwear and my pants! I was at school, so it was mortifying. Is it normal...

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