How do you talk to your teachers / friends about periods?
Hey, finding the words can feel like the hardest part 💛
Periods are a normal part of life, and there’s nothing to be ashamed of.
With friends, you can keep it casual by saying, “My period’s started,” or asking, “Could you keep an eye out in case of a leak?”
With teachers, focus on what you need, and remember that you don’t have to share loads of detail.
You could say, “My period’s started, could you please help with getting a period product?” or “Could you please let me leave the lesson to change my pad?”
If saying it aloud feels awkward, you could write a short note or show a message on a tablet ✨
Teachers should be ready to help, so ask for support when you need it.
Hope this makes the conversation feel a little easier 🌷
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