I’m scared to get my period. I’m scared to ask my mum to get me products ready for when I do get it. I have a trip coming up in a few days what should I do.

 I haven't gotten my period either! But lately everytime I get up (stand up) I feel Niagara Falls in my underwear but with discharge (I feel like something is going down from my genitals) and it happens more than one time per day! I'm not sure what is going on with me but I don't have itching or irritation but if I ask my mom for pantyliners she'll most likely tell me I have an infection... Because everytime she notices the white stuff in my sister's and my underwear she starts saying we have infections and I'm like we don't... 

I still didn't start my period yet but have been debating if I should ask my mother or not. I have decided to let it out because it could be quite an embarrassment to have a bloody spot while walking in the hallways! Me personally, I am developed and ready just nothing is happening. I asked my mum to buy me some pads about 6 months ago and I still have 3 stashed in my purse! Since I am starting High School this September it wouldn't be good if a twelve grader saw a bloody mess on my jeans! SO one day, my mom asked me what I was doing on my computer and I asked her, "Mom, I was wondering if you could take me out and pick up some pads. And since, I am starting high school soon, I want to be prepared. And I know that I could just go down to the nurse but that seems way more embarassing than just asking you before I get a red mark!"

 My niece was going through something similar to this. My sister in law just wouldn't openly discuss with her. I was researching one day online and came across this amazing subscription service. Its a PERIOD subscription service. (Yes this exists) They are called Madame Ladybug and I ordered her a ladybox (how cute thats what they call them) and she and her mom were going through it together and it really helped break the ice. I am so thankful I did this. I then ordered one for myself. It's the greatest invention. I suggest you ask your mom to buy you one and browse the site together. Or tell her you heard about this service and wanted to try it.

I started mine when I was 10 yrs old and I was very shy about it!   At the time I considered myself lucky that my mom seemed to be, too... or maybe she just didn't know how to talk to me about it or didn't want me to be embarrassed.  So, she bought me a starter kit before I ever started.  It came with a video and a bunch of reading material that answered all kinds of questions (some I had in mind but was too afraid to ask & some I hadn't even considered).

I was embarrassed by the subject no matter how it came up, even if it was discreet & brief!  So, I can understand not knowing what to say!  But, it's scary to think that you could start at any time and not be prepared!  Then what??  Don't worry, though.  ;)  We girls have all been through it, we all understand and look out for eachother!  So, even if you started and weren't prepared, there will be other girls/ladies around that can slip a pad your way (without embarrassing you) when the time comes.  ;)

Everyone's body is different; some bleed heavier than others and some bleed longer than others.  Some can almost do a countdown (like the space shuttle) to the time they'll start their period while others never know (I never knew when I would start mine until it regulated a few years later). You'll figure that out with time.

If you're like me and want to prepare yourself by having the essentials with you when the time comes (and I completely understand! I still do this), don't be afraid to ask your mom or any other woman you trust and feel comfortable with (a teacher, friend of your parents, etc... although your best bet is mom, because she can keep them coming when you need them).

As far as what to say, there isn't really any right or wrong way to ask for help; just ask whatever way you feel comfortable asking.  I would suggest asking her for one of the 1st period kits (you can find them online) like I got and just tell her you haven't started yet, but know that it will happene eventually & you don't want to be caught off-guard.  Trust me, you don't really need to explain anymore than that - she knows!!  Maybe try asking her when you're in the store near that section; that way you won't have to bring it back up to remind her, later... and since she's on a mission checking off her shopping list, the attention is drawn away from it, right away.  ;)

It's awesome that you're asking, now, instead of waiting for it to happen, as if it won't... because then you wouldn't be prepared and it would be a rough day.  Just remember, we've all been there or will be going through it, too... and even though it's embarrassing to talk about it, now, one day you'll be giggling about it with us.  ;)

 I did this too. I used to get worried that my period was going to start at school and I would have to ask a teacher or a friend for some help( it's not bad if you have too. I've done it twice personally and have helped several friends out. It's not a big deal!!!). I told my mom about that and she went and got me some panty liners for me to carry around. All you need to say is " Mom, I'm worried that when my period starts I won't be prepared. Could I please gets some (insert product here(I suggest liners or light pad(it took a while to fugue out the tampon... Hehe...)))."  I'm sure she will understand. If you don't have any products when it does start, just ask a friend or an adult u trust. They will understand! I started one if my periods in the middle of a football game I was cheering at. I just told my cheer coach what happend. Without me even asking, she discreetly slid a pad and my hand and I was all set. Hope this helps!!!