Blog 4 Menarche-Question#2

Blog 4 Question#2 Menarche
My first menstrual cycle was a negative for me. My period started when I was at home riding my skateboard. I thought I had cut myself. I went into the house and asked my mother for a band aid. My mother told me that the blood was not due to a cut but due to my period. She explained to me what a period is about. My family members were happy for me; because having my period meant that they would not have to babysit me much longer. My period meant that I was growing up and not a baby anymore. To me, a period meant I couldn’t swim or participate in sports because; I was wearing a sanitary napkin. I was always thinking about changing my napkin. I lived in fear constantly worried that someone could see my napkin through my clothes. I hated going to school when I was on my period. I always felt blotted and heavy during my period. Now, manufactures make slim tampons, so I can swim during my period and don’t have to worry if someone can see anything. I am more confident during my menstrual cycle. I can do whatever I want and not feel ashamed.