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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Tampon trouble

I used a tampon for the first time, and I couldn't get it out. It was a really small one, but I couldn't get it out and it started hurting really badly. I had to have my sister help, and...

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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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I can't get the hang of tampons

I’ve been on my period for two-and-a-half years and I want to use tampons but every time I try to put one in, it hurts. Is this normal? How do I put one in without hurting? Not to worry, using...

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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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Ready for tampons--how do I tell Mom?

I want to start using tampons but I don’t know how to tell my mom when we’re at the store. Can you tell me what to say? For some reason, it can be really awkward to talk to moms about...

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Is My Tampon Supposed to Bleed Through?

Whenever I use a tampon, it always bleeds through and I feel weird about it. Is this normal? I always us the right size but it still happens. It's totally normal for a tampon to bleed through when it gets...

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How Do I Use a Tampon?

Where do I insert a tampon? I have not had my period yet but I do not want to ask my mom. Please help! -Tampon Troubles Dear Tampon Troubles, Inserting a tampon for the first time doesn’t have to be a...

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