This means they're less bulky, and often more comfortable, but they still give the same protection. They are held in place by adhesive strips on the bottom of the pad that stick securely to your underwear. Pads are available in different absorbencies, super for heavy flow days and regular for medium to heavy days. Remember to wrap your used pad in toilet tissue and put it in the wastebasket. Pads should not be flushed down the toilet.
Many females have a whitish discharge between periods.
You can use panty shields to keep the discharge from staining your underwear. This discharge is normal, providing there is no itching or irritation. In your lifetime, the total number of days you menstruate will add up to about six years. And so, it's important to choose menstrual protection that suits your lifestyle. To help you make a decision, work in small groups to compare the two basic methods of menstrual protection.