how can I tell my dad I need pads??

Question

I live with my dad, I'm 16 and got my period 4 months ago, My friend has been giving me pads, I gotta tell my dad he has to buy me some already.., plus my friend has huge maxi pads and I'm very small so it's extremely uncomfortable. I'd be sooo embarassed to tell my dad, how can I tell him? or better yet.. how did you work it out?

Answer 1

When I didn't feel like I could say something out loud to my dad, I would write him a note, and either hand it to him or leave it with his car keys.

Write it simply, as others have suggested you say it: "I need feminine products" if you want him to give you the money, or if you want him to buy them for you, write down EXACTLY what you want ("Kotex pantiliners with wings" -- or whatever).

If you're 16, he's probably wondering why he's never gotten a request like this from you already... but he's not sure how to bring up the subject with you! Dads can be total wusses about things like this!

Answer 2

Okay girlie...

You're 16. Your dad probably already assumes you have your period already anyway and even if he doesn't, he could probably guess when you have it because the majority of girls get mood swings whether or not you, yourself, notice them.

If you're that embarassed to simply ask your dad to buy you pads, then perhaps you should ask him for a few dollars so you can go buy them yourself. If he asks what the money is for, give him 'the look' and say something like "Dad, I'm 16, it's a personal hygiene thing. . ." or simply stated- "It's my time of the month."

I remember when I first got my period. As scared as your parents are for you, especially fathers, they'll learn to get over it. It's a natural part of life afterall!

And I know you say you just got your period 4 months ago, but since you're 16, I'd seriously thing about trying tampons. They are MUCH more comfortable. If you're scared about learning how to use them and insert them, buy the smallest size available and sit down in your bedroom or bathroom with a mirror and learn your anatomy. . . you'll feel much more comfortable about yourself if you're wearing a tampon. (Plus you won't have to waddle like a duck!) I don't know where you're from, or how active you are, but you'll also be much more comfortable wearing tampons in the summer when it is hot. (Swimming is also a good way to relieve cramps. . . and you can't do that with a pad either!)

Answer 3

If I were you, I would just offer to run to the store for him to get a few things and then just pick up the pads while you are there. At 16, are you driving? I would think that you should be able to handle purchasing pads on your own. If not, then just jot down a list with a few items on it that you need and give it to your dad the next time he goes to the store. It may be a little embarrassing, but your dad knows all women menstruate.

Answer 4

If the drug shop is rather close, then merely ask your Dad for some money so so you might purchase something "own"...he will possibly get the hint and supply you some money. Or, if he won't enable you bypass with the aid of your self, and you ought to tell him, merely straight away up say "Dad, are you able to get me some pads?" i comprehend it is going to likely be awkward, reason i've got had to ask my Dad for pads, too. yet whats up, it is going to likely be extra embarrassing in case you don't get pads and you have a leak. D: solid success!

Answer 5

Chances are, your dad will be embarrassed too. Guys hate having to buy "girly products." You should, however, definitely tell your dad that you started your period. As your parent and legal guardian, this is something he should know. If it's less awkward, just ask him for money to buy pads and then you could drive to the store to get them yourself (or walk to a nearby store if you don't have your license). You could even give the money to a friend's mom so that, if she didn't mind, she could pick some up for you when she does her weekly grocery shopping, or her own "girly shopping." :-P
Definitely tell your dad about it though...

Answer 6

it was awkward for me to even tell my mom that i had started my period and i needed pads. and i'm sure it will be awkward for you and your dad. But honestly you are a 16 year old girl. Realize that he knows that you have periods. I mean, when you think about asking a mom for pads it's not a big deal because they have periods too so they know that you will have them as well. but you dont really consider that a grown man would also know that teenage girls have periods. i understand completly where you are coming from with this problem. but just tell him that you need them. he wont make a big deal out of it. it will probably feel awkward for a couple minutes. but that's all.

Answer 7

Seriously, you're gonna have to do it someday. Either that or just ask for money and buy the pads yourself. Your dad knows you're not some kind of robot and that you DO get your period and in return, DO need pads. I had to put on a straight face because I was set on giggling when I asked my dad, but it worked fine. He just said 'OK,' and got them the next time he went to the store

Answer 8

I think rather than sending your poor embarrassed dad to the store to buy pads for his teenage daughter, you need to have money to go buy your own. Don't you get an allowance? Or do anything to earn spending money? At the very least, simply ask your dad to let you have enough money to buy pads and whatever else you need. If you're not allowed out of the house or to handle money, then you have another, greater problem, and in that case, you dad deserves to be sent out to shop for pads for you.

Answer 9

Just tell him you need some extra money for feminine needs. I know right now that it seems unbearably embarrasing to ask your father but you must!.. Also ask him could he please just give you 10 bucks extra once a month so you don''t have to keep asking about pads. Make it a monthly thing a week before your period..This will solve the embarassment issue for you both.

Answer 10

I tried to tell my dad to stop at the store and give me some money because I had to get something, he kept questioning me, so finally I told him I needed pads and all he said was "oh" Your dad is a grown man and he knows a womans body functions, lol, you will be fine, just tell him. You are 16 years old, chances are he is expecting it. He is your daddy, you should be able to tell him anything, good luck!