Emergency Pad

Even though menstruation is natural and nothing to be ashamed of, walking around with a period stain on your pants or dress, or staining a couch or car seat is no fun.

The best is to always have a pad or tampon in your handbag, pocket, purse, back pack, locker, glove box or wherever. There are plenty of ways to make it unconspicious. Today’s pads and panty liners are super thin and small, and tampons comes in different sizes. A tampon without an applicator (like O.B.) or a compact applicator can easilly be carried around with you. That way you can ensure that you have the type of supplies ready when and where you will need it.

Becoming aware of the signs of a nearing period is also very important. Even when you do not think it is time for it to start, cramps and headaches or moodiness are pretty good indicators that your Aunt Flow will be visiting you soon. It is ALWAYS better to be prepared, rather than having an emergency that can embarrass you.

Most women will have no problem giving you a pad or a tampon when you experience that sudden and unexpected period. Just ask nicely. It is nothing to be embarrased about, and it happens to all women at some stage of their lives. A simple “I started my period unexpectedly. Do you know where I can get a pad or tampon?” in the waitress’ or a friend’s ear will normally get you what you need. Just be aware not to ask for a tampon if you cannot use a tampon. So once again, it is better to be prepared yourself.

In emergencies, you can use toilet paper, paper napkins, or papet towels, a t-shirt, and socks to make a pad.

Roll up or fold the paper product, tshirt or sock to the shape of a pad. Then wrop toilet pater around it, place it in your panty’s crotch, and wrap toilet paper around the makeshift pad and the crotch of your panty to keep it in place. This is only a temporary solution. Get a real menstrual product as soon as possible.