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A first menstrual cycle usually occurs between the ages of 10 and 16 with the average age of a first period being 12.4 years old. That’s a pretty wide range, so how do you know when your kid needs ...

Stay prepared with a period emergency kit. Learn what to pack for school, travel, and events. Avoid leaks & stay confident anytime, anywhere! Getting stained in public. No toilet nearby. Cramps ...

Let’s face it — periods can be a lot. The cramps, the mood swings, the sudden snack cravings, and of course, the eternal hunt for that one pad that won’t betray you. I’ve learned the hard way that ...

A half dozen volunteers work side by side to put together “period kits” with essential supplies for low-income women in need. “They include 25 pads. Sometimes we’ll bring liners and tampons with us, ...