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menstruation questionnaire response 77 |
how old were you when you first got your period, what was it like, and what did you know about what to expect?
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12. I came home from school and went to the bathroom, i thought I pooped my pants. I knew what to expect when it happened.
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how did you feel about it, and who did you tell about it?
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I told my mom. I felt happy on the inside but I didn't want to tell my mom because I was not close with her.
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what menstrual product did you start with? how did you learn about it?
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pads but I asked for tampons the next day. I learned by reading the package.
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are you still using the same method to deal with the blood; what methods have you tried; which do you prefer and why?
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Nope. I use cloth pads, diva cups, tampons, sponges, and rarely disposable pads. I prefer tampons most days but I try to be environmentally friendly.
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do you experience cramps, bloating, soar breasts, get pimples...? - if you do, tell us about it, and also, what remedies do you use?
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I experience all of the above. I use heating pads, acne cream, and I massage my breasts.
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do you feel emotional changes relating to where you are in your menstrual cycle?
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yes! I am always a little blue the week before and then happy after.
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how do the men in your life relate to your period, or periods in general?
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most are understanding, I am open about it
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this conversation makes me think....
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how wonderful a period is.
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