Ariel June 1, 2022
Today is Children's Day, a festival established to protect children's rights and to urge people to ensure the health and happiness of children.
Therefore, besides balloons, candies, and gifts, Calmfident has some special words to share with all the girls.
Still running and jumping around in school, bright and cheerful, you might one day notice some changes in your body. Your chest might occasionally feel sore, small bumps might appear on your face, and you might find white or transparent discharge on your underwear when using the bathroom. Then, on what seems like a normal day, you experience an unbearable cramping pain you've never felt before, and the blood flowing between your legs panics you. Frightened and unsure of what to do, you can only cry out loudly: "Mom!”
Don't panic, you've just gotten your period.
The Dreaded Period?
Suddenly seeing blood on your underwear is indeed a frightening experience. But we want you to know that almost every girl will go through this, so you are not alone.
Menstruation is a very important thing for every girl, signifying the maturity of female physiology and the onset of reproductive age, meaning from now on, you are a young lady. Although you are still a child, you already have the ability to conceive life, so you must take better care of yourself, pay more attention to yourself, and learn more about your body, including menstruation.
Girls usually experience their first period around the age of 12, also called menarche. But now, due to diet and environmental reasons, some girls encounter their menarche as early as 8 years old. This is why we think it's necessary to inform children about menstruation earlier, to prepare you comprehensively.
Menstruation and the physical discomforts you might experience during it, such as menstrual pain, dizziness, diarrhea, are all normal. Menstrual blood is usually bright red and lasts for about 3 to 7 days. Towards the end of your period, it might turn brown, which does not indicate any abnormality but is simply the result of blood oxidizing in your body over time, so do not worry. Generally, a girl will expel about 5 to 80ml of blood during her period.
Additionally, as the ovaries of adolescent girls are not fully developed, irregular periods are normal. You might have a period every two months or even longer. But do not self-medicate to regulate your period. If you have any concerns or worries about menstruation, consult a professional doctor immediately, as that is the responsible thing to do for yourself.
What Should You Pay Attention to During Your Period?
The most important thing during your period is to use the right sanitary pad. Choosing the right sanitary pad requires you to consciously observe your period to see how heavy your flow is, when does the bleeding start to decrease, and how long does your period usually last?
By understanding your menstruation, you can choose sanitary pads based on your menstrual characteristics. Sanitary pads are generally divided into day and night use. This classification exists because we toss and turn in our sleep and can't change pads for nearly seven or eight hours, so night pads can better prevent leaks.
Also, pay attention to the orientation of the pad when using it. The rear part of a night pad is designed to be wider, and the "wings" on the sides of the pad are meant to stick to the underwear for fixation, not to your skin.
Of course, you'll be unaccustomed to using a sanitary pad at first, but believe you'll soon overcome the discomfort and run freely again. Additionally, you're lucky to live in this era! Today's pads are much thinner than those from the 90s. For instance, our brand offers several series of pads to meet your different needs.
During your period, sensitive individuals might smell the blood. But never think of your period as dirty. It's the same as blood from any other injury on your body, so don't overwash your private area to avoid smells, as it can disrupt the vaginal environment and harm your body. Simply use water for cleaning! Also, avoid using scented pads to mask the smell. These pads' added fragrances are more likely to cause skin allergies, and allergies are unpleasant!
Menstrual pain might be your biggest headache. Like many girls, you will experience menstrual cramps. Everyone has different levels of menstrual pain. For cramps, we should exercise regularly to boost our immunity and pay attention to our diet and sleep to maintain good health.
During cramps, you can use a heating pad or hot water bottle to alleviate the pain, but if it's unbearable, taking some pain medication is okay. Taking the normal dosage of pain medication under guidance is a necessary measure, as small doses can be quickly metabolized by the body. Reasonable use of medication can help us get through our period more comfortably without affecting our studies and life.
Calmfident hopes you can have a correct understanding of menstruation before your menarche and then bravely face it! Believe in yourself to become the protagonist of your body, mastering ways to make yourself happy and comfortable. Moreover, Kang Feifei will continue to educate you on more physiological knowledge, so stay tuned to Kang Feifei's public account for further information~
