when im on my period how can i keep that im wearing tampons from my mom?
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She is referring to Toxic Shock Syndrome that hit the country in 1980.  The only brand of tampoons that were known to cause this were called "Rely" Tampoons, (no longer on the market.)  They had a special material that allowed girls to go for up to 12 hours without changing their tampoon.  However today there is virtually no risk of TSS if you change your tampoon regularly, (every few hours.)  This allows the toxins to be flushed from your system and your body can function as normal.  Your mom's fears are unjustified in this day and age.  The only girls who suffer from TSS today are ones who don't remove their tampoons for extended PERIODS (sorry) of time.
1020820
It really just depends on what your urine is being tested for.  If you are really worried or embarassed, try using a tampon, that will prevent the blood from being in your urine.  You should let whoever is doing your test know that you are on your period and they can advise you CORRECTLY.  Like I said, it all depends on what you are being tested for.
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Make sure you're using pads which are specially designed for heavy flow, if you are, consider using night time ones which are thicker and longer and absorb more blood than regular daytime ones. Try ones with wings as well, this can prevent you leaking blood onto the edge of your panties which I always found a problem before I switched to tampons. I don't know how often you change your pad, but try changing it more often if you can. I'd recommend tampons as well, then you can wear a pad AND a tampon, so if you soak through the tampon you have the pad for backup until you can get to the bathroom and put a new tampon in. \n\nIf you feel you are bleeding excessively each month, ie. if you are having to change your pad every hour because it's soaked, see your doctor. You might want to consider going on the contraceptive pill, which decreases blood flow by about 50%, or on another pill which is not hormonal called tranexamic acid, which also reduces blood flow.\n\nGood luck - it's such a pain when you leak, and so embarrassing if you're not in your own house!
1148475
it is ok to wear a tampon all night i had this same question and i asked a doctor and they said the  only thing that could happen is you can have a leak if you sleep a long time but you dont want to leave it in for to much longer then 8 hours. if you leave it in to long then you could get TSS which is toxic shock syndrom. It depends on how long you sleep i mean if you sleep for 9 or 10 hours then you shouldnt wear one in your sleep but if you sleep a little longer then eight hours then you should be ok sometimes it is best to wear a really thin pad just in case you leak. it sucks to have periods. i hope this helps. i went to the doctor and asked them that same question and that is what the doctor said.
722169
A hot water bottle on your tummy always seems to help me. Also, try to avoid fatty foods before and during the period.
759470
She's worried about Toxic Shock Syndrome (and you can ensure her that if you use them correctly, there is a very small chance you would get this, i.e. never leave them in too long) OR she's a total prude, like my mom and thinks that using tampons is slutty.\n\nI was on the swim team, too... and I told my mom I wouldn't skip practice because of my period and that I would use tampons. End of story. She agreed, but if I went to the store and bought them myself, how could she stop me?
46635
Take some midol, wear a pad because tampons make cramps worse and get one of those heating pads to put on your back or stomach whichever hurts more.
293171
The body doesn't work that way, sorry. Just wear a tampon--you'll be okay!
1178071
if ur a girl tell ur mom that yu have cramps!!! if ur a guy.. then ur SOL go to schoooo&#92;l@!! hah
935785
ok well if you are having any blood from your vagina rather it be lite or kind of heavy yes its your period and you should just tell her you need to talk to her alone. and just tell her there is nothing to be embarrassed about.i know it can be alittle scary sence its new and all but the best person you can talk to is your mom.and there is nothing embarrassing about becoming a  woman
537358
just take some tampons with you.
671909
Wear your tampon. You will be fine. I know you will be able to change because you cannot hold pee for 8+ hours
1051270
DON'T MESS UP MY BODY'S SYSTEM\nJUST WEAR GOOD PROTECTION LIKE TAMPONS AND/OR PADS
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You'd be much better off getting yourself a menstrual cup, they can be worn safely for up to 12 hours without leaking, including during the night during swimming or other sports and before your period is due. Unlike tampons menstrual cups are safe, convenient, cheap, environmentally friendly, body-positive, and hygienic. \n\nhttp://www.divacup.com\nhttp://www.keeper.com\nhttp://www.mooncup.co.uk\nhttp://www.lunette.fi\nhttp://www.softcup.com
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To reduce the pain?  See which works better - a bra that makes you not move at all, or no bra.  When I've had really sensitive breasts (just from PMSing and having my period every other week for a while) I just switched back and forth.  \n\nTake ibprofuen  Drink lots of water in case it's an infection.\n\nTake long hot baths, and try to relax.\n\nIf it's been going on this long, you need to go to the doctor.  Tell your parents how bad it is bothering you.  It's really bad for you to be having your sleep cycle so disturbed by pain.
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I would bring extra pads in case you get your period. that is a very good idea. i did and everyone else does too. i guess bring purse. shave your legs or everyone makes fun of you. and be prepared for your friends to snap your bra. LOL! You might learn about sex in middle school, i know i did. hope it helped
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congrats. thats your period girl. mine was the same thing. i bet your in shock. its a shocking experience. just be happy that you got it already and didnt have some big leak on your pants. no, that did not happen to me, but i've heard about it. so just tell your mom that your little girl is growing up and got her period. mine understood, hopefully your will too.