im so upset idk what to do b/c at this camp u swim and surf.I really badly want to go surfing but since im going to be on my period i dont know if i should go.&& i cant use tampons yet(tried).Im only 13 so i cant take pills or anything like that.
so what do u suggest i do?
2007-07-05 06:05:26 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Keep trying tampons. It takes awhile to get use to them. Why "can't" use use tampons? If they hurt they probably weren't in far enough. Try using smaller tampons and ones that have plastic applicators. If you want to go swimming/surfing, there isn't any option but tampons. You can't swim without them and you can't use a pad (it'll just soak up all the water and be completely useless).
If nothing else, talk to the camp counselors and tell them you have your period and can't swim, etc. for a few days.
2007-07-05 06:19:52 · answer #1 · answered by catsmeowjrk2000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in your same position last year at summer camp, and i used Pads the whole time because I didn't know how to use Tampons, and I was scared.
But I promise you that once you learn how to use them, you will never go back! You don't even notice them.
So I recommened HIGHLY Playtex Sport Tampons. The pink and green kind. Their easier to put in then regular kind.
It helps alot to relax the second time you try (since you already have) and put your foot on the toilet and just... GO.
But if you can't, absolutly CANNOT use them, then all your gonna be able to do is hope you dont get it for some reason, and use pads. :(
I'm going Sunday to camp too! Hope you have fun!
2007-07-05 07:08:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should give tampons a try. They are easy, discreet, and comfortable. Start using a smaller size and try being more relaxed.
And just so you know, (a) you COULD get the pill IF you needed it for period regulation; but (b) the doctor would NOT give you the pill just to help you go to summer camp.
2007-07-05 06:10:27 · answer #3 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have never had sex you CANNOT be pregnant in anyway. Pools do not get your pregnant. When you first get your period you might skip a month.Don't worry it will come soon. The brown stuff is dry blood because it is what was left over from your last period. The white stuff is completely normal and you will have it throughout your life. You might have it more on certain times on the month. The heartbeat is your own heartbeat. For the last time, YOU ARE NOT PREGNANT.
2016-05-18 23:18:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know it isn't pleasant but you really should try and use tampons. Once you do- you will love them! No more big bulky pads! Go out and buy the smallest ones- like tampax lites or something- they really are small. Just make sure you change them more often. Just really relax and take your time. Hope you have a great time at camp!
2007-07-05 06:35:29 · answer #5 · answered by Em 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd try again with the tampons. I know isn't not easy at first........very awkward......... but you'll get it. Keep trying. It takes some practice. Nobody gets it right the first few tries. Believe me, be there, done that. lol. ;o) Once you learn, you'll wonder why you ever used a pad.
and btw.........you DON'T have to use the position suggested on the box. Find what's comfortable for YOU.
2007-07-05 06:12:15 · answer #6 · answered by Butterfly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am 13 to and i had my period at camp a couple weeks ago...i practiced using tampons so i was ready and now i love them i would say that it is the best solution...sorry it does suck though..i was always worried about it...good thing when i went it was an all girl camp anyways...
2007-07-05 07:39:05 · answer #7 · answered by cheerleader_4_life!!!!!! 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
relax.
try to use tampons, you can only succeed if you try.
it might even take you a whole pack.
here are the steps so you can keep trying:
lie down, squat put one foot on the toilet or simply sit on the toilet.
open your vagina with your fingers and put in the tampon, then simply push the applicator and aim it towards ure back!
good luck
you may have to use different sizes, but keep trying.
2007-07-05 06:12:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should go even if you don't go swimming if you want to try using tampons rule number one is to relax and two find a postion that's comfortable for you ask your mom or someone else who uses them to help you.
2007-07-05 06:10:27 · answer #9 · answered by college gurl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know you said you're only 13 but you can still take pills. There are some called Norethisterone and they just delay your period. You have to start taking them 3 days before your period is due and then stop taking them when you want you period to start. Doctors give them to you if you are going on vacation and things so I'm sure they would give them to you for camp.
2007-07-05 06:10:24 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋