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=== Hiding Them at Work or School === | === Hiding Them at Work or School === | ||
| − | #Keep enough pads or tampons to last a day in a separate pencil case.<ref>http://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/discretely-transporting-tampons</ref> If someone takes a peek inside your bag, all they will see is a pencil case. They will assume that you have a bunch of pens or pencils in there, and would never guess that you actually keep pads or tampons in there. Choose a flat pencil bag for pads. Choose a narrow pencil box for tampons. You can also use a makeup bag instead. | + | #Keep enough pads or tampons to last a day in a separate pencil case.<ref name="rf1">http://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/discretely-transporting-tampons</ref> If someone takes a peek inside your bag, all they will see is a pencil case. They will assume that you have a bunch of pens or pencils in there, and would never guess that you actually keep pads or tampons in there. Choose a flat pencil bag for pads. Choose a narrow pencil box for tampons. You can also use a makeup bag instead. |
#* How many pads or tampons you bring depends on how heavy your flow is. Some girls will need to change theirs out more often. | #* How many pads or tampons you bring depends on how heavy your flow is. Some girls will need to change theirs out more often. | ||
#Don't keep entire packs of pads in your locker. Pads come in large, bulky packs that are hard to disguise. They also take up a lot of valuable locker space. Instead, keep enough pads to last a day or two in your locker. Bring more pads with you when you run out. | #Don't keep entire packs of pads in your locker. Pads come in large, bulky packs that are hard to disguise. They also take up a lot of valuable locker space. Instead, keep enough pads to last a day or two in your locker. Bring more pads with you when you run out. | ||
#* Store these pads in a pencil case or a makeup bag. | #* Store these pads in a pencil case or a makeup bag. | ||
#Keep some pads or tampons in your backpack. Choose a side pocket, or better yet, an inside pocket. Stick enough pads or tampons to last you a day or two. This way, when you have to use the restroom to change out a pad or tampon, you can take your bag with you. People will assume that you are simply protective of your belongings. | #Keep some pads or tampons in your backpack. Choose a side pocket, or better yet, an inside pocket. Stick enough pads or tampons to last you a day or two. This way, when you have to use the restroom to change out a pad or tampon, you can take your bag with you. People will assume that you are simply protective of your belongings. | ||
| − | #Consider having other period-related supplies handy. Pads and tampons are the must-haves for any girl's period, however, there are a few extra items that can make the period more bearable. Here's a list of items you might want to consider having in your locker or bag:<ref>https://www.ubykotex.com/en-us/periods/pads-and-tampons/getting-your-period-at-school-how-to-deal</ref> | + | #Consider having other period-related supplies handy. Pads and tampons are the must-haves for any girl's period, however, there are a few extra items that can make the period more bearable. Here's a list of items you might want to consider having in your locker or bag:<ref name="rf2">https://www.ubykotex.com/en-us/periods/pads-and-tampons/getting-your-period-at-school-how-to-deal</ref> |
#* Pain medication (note that not all jobs and schools allow this) | #* Pain medication (note that not all jobs and schools allow this) | ||
#* Spare underwear in case of unexpected periods | #* Spare underwear in case of unexpected periods | ||
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#Hide a pad or tampon in your coat pocket but make sure that the pocket is big enough. You should not see the pad or tampon sticking out of the pocket. This way, if you have to use the restroom, all you have to do is put on your coat. | #Hide a pad or tampon in your coat pocket but make sure that the pocket is big enough. You should not see the pad or tampon sticking out of the pocket. This way, if you have to use the restroom, all you have to do is put on your coat. | ||
#* If your pocket has a zipper, zip it shut so that the pad or tampon doesn't accidentally peek out. | #* If your pocket has a zipper, zip it shut so that the pad or tampon doesn't accidentally peek out. | ||
| − | #Stick a pad up your sleeve.<ref | + | #Stick a pad up your sleeve.<ref name="rf1" /> If you have to go to the restroom, but can't take your backpack with you, keep a thin pad up your sleeve. Keep in mind that this only works with sweatshirts and shirts that had tighter sleeves. It won't work on loose, flowing sleeves. |
#Slip pads or tampons inside your boots. If you like to wear boots, you can always tuck a pad or tampon inside them. Pads will fit most comfortably in fitted, lace-up boots. Tampons may fit inside bulky, slip-on boots. You may need to tuck the tampon under your sock to keep it from rattling around, however. | #Slip pads or tampons inside your boots. If you like to wear boots, you can always tuck a pad or tampon inside them. Pads will fit most comfortably in fitted, lace-up boots. Tampons may fit inside bulky, slip-on boots. You may need to tuck the tampon under your sock to keep it from rattling around, however. | ||
| − | #Hide thin pads in the back pocket of your pants. Most pads will fit completely inside the pocket, and won't stick out. If they are thin enough, they also won't create any suspicious bulk.<ref | + | #Hide thin pads in the back pocket of your pants. Most pads will fit completely inside the pocket, and won't stick out. If they are thin enough, they also won't create any suspicious bulk.<ref name="rf2" /> |
| − | #Hide tampons inside an old, empty lipstick tube.<ref | + | #Hide tampons inside an old, empty lipstick tube.<ref name="rf1" /> Once you use up a tube of lipstick, clean it out well, and use it to hide tampons. When you go to the restroom, bring the lipstick tube with you. People will assume that you are just going to reapply your lipstick. |
#* Keep in mind that this only works if you are wearing lipstick that day. | #* Keep in mind that this only works if you are wearing lipstick that day. | ||
| − | #* You can clean out empty lipstick tubes using soap, water, and lots of q-tips.<ref | + | #* You can clean out empty lipstick tubes using soap, water, and lots of q-tips.<ref name="rf1" /> |
| − | #Keep tampons and pads inside sunglass cases.<ref | + | #Keep tampons and pads inside sunglass cases.<ref name="rf1" /> These are a great option for those who don't want to keep a pencil case in their bags. Keep in mind that pads will need to be rolled or folded to fit. |
#* If you wear glasses, you can try hiding tampons in there as well. | #* If you wear glasses, you can try hiding tampons in there as well. | ||
| − | #Stuff tampons and rolled up pads into clean, empty travel mugs.<ref | + | #Stuff tampons and rolled up pads into clean, empty travel mugs.<ref name="rf1" /> These are perfect for the office. Most people won't open up your mug to see what's inside of it; they will assume that it is coffee or tea. Use this mug only for tampon/pad hiding purposes. |
== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
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== Warnings == | == Warnings == | ||
*Never store tampons in the bathroom. They will expand due to steam from the bath/shower. | *Never store tampons in the bathroom. They will expand due to steam from the bath/shower. | ||
| − | * Never flush pads or tampons down the toilet. Wrap them up in a piece of toilet paper, and dispose of them in the trash. Many women's restrooms will have a special box in each stall.<ref>http://www.bepreparedperiod.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-disposal-of-feminine-care-items/</ref> | + | * Never flush pads or tampons down the toilet. Wrap them up in a piece of toilet paper, and dispose of them in the trash. Many women's restrooms will have a special box in each stall.<ref name="rf3">http://www.bepreparedperiod.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-disposal-of-feminine-care-items/</ref> |
* If you're worried about someone going through your backpack, you could just put it in a "secret" pocket. Any ordinary pocket will do, even if it's filled to the brim with stuff. Just put the pads/tampons/pantiliners under the items, and nobody will find them. | * If you're worried about someone going through your backpack, you could just put it in a "secret" pocket. Any ordinary pocket will do, even if it's filled to the brim with stuff. Just put the pads/tampons/pantiliners under the items, and nobody will find them. | ||
