Everyone is different and some people might not like the way it tastes or the way it makes them feel. You can get STIs from swallowing semen. Use a condom or dental dam every time you have sex (anal, oral, vaginal, hand) to lower your risk of pregnancy, STIs and HIV.
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Yes. Some people are born with both a penis and a vagina or parts of each. This is called ‘intersex’. Intersex is when someone’s body doesn’t match what we traditionally think of as either male or female: they have some body characteristics of both. About 1.7% of people are intersex.
If you get your period unexpectedly and don’t have a menstrual pad or tampon, ask a friend, teacher or school nurse for one. You can also make a pad with toilet paper until you can find a pad or tampon. It’s a good idea to keep extra pads or tampons in a backpack, bag or […]
If you can’t change right away, try tying a sweater or jacket around your waist. Change your clothes as soon as you can. Rinse your clothes as soon as possible so your clothes don’t stain. Menstrual pads and tampons come in different absorbencies. Choose the right one for you. Try using a calendar or app […]
No, you don’t have to use menstrual pads. People can choose from a few items: pads, tampons, period panties and reusable menstrual cups. Pads stick onto the inside of the underwear to stay in place and absorb the menstrual fluid. A tampon is put in the vagina to absorb menstrual fluid before it leaves the […]
Only a person with a uterus and ovaries can menstruate (have a period).
Yes, you still have your regular periods after having your tubes tied (tubal ligation). The body just absorbs the unfertilized egg instead of it coming out in the menstrual flow.
Although the average menstrual cycle is 28 days long, irregular periods are common during puberty. If there is a chance of a pregnancy, you should take a pregnancy test and see a health care provider. If it’s not possible that you could be pregnant, but it’s been a while since your last period, speak with […]
A tampon is a plug made of soft, absorbent material that is pressed together to form a cylinder-like shape. Tampons are inserted into the vagina during menstruation to absorb the menstrual flow (blood and shed tissue). Tampons are available with and without applicators and come in different sizes and absorbencies.
Yes, tampons are safe if used correctly. A tampon is a product put in the vagina to absorb menstrual fluid before it leaves the body. Following the directions helps make sure tampons are safe and comfortable. Leaving a tampon in too long, using one that is too absorbent for the flow or using it when […]