A period is just one part of the menstrual cycle. When you have a period, p ads and tampons can be used to absorb the blood and protect clothing. Both pads and tampons come in a variety of sizes for heavy, medium and light flow. Pads provide a safe form of external protection and attach with an adhesive strip to underpants. Tampons are inserted into the vagina and absorb the blood flow there.
Some people prefer tampons as they can continue activities such as swimming during a period.
It may take time to get used to having periods and to learn about managing them. It may help to talk it over with someone you trust. Remember, having periods is a normal and healthy part of being female. You might feel fine when you have your period, but some girls and women feel a bit sick or sore in the abdomen. Exercise, gentle stomach massage or a hot water bottle placed on the abdomen are a few ways of relieving some of this discomfort.