My daughter likes them, but all things take practice. I am not sure a big vacation is a good time. I would do Tampons but that is not that easy. Call her doc
tampons are definitely the way to go!! my mom wasn’t wanting me to use them, but after i explained the convince of them for cheerleading she was on board! there’s a brand that i can’t remember but they have ultra size tampons and they work amazing for my periods when they are heavy!!
I had to travel overseas for a sports tournament when I was 16 and was going to have period during that time.mine was horrible at the start too. Doctor gave me some tablets which stopped it and I had my last tablet the day before we travelled back and it came the day we travelled home
not all women or girls have the same body system…Your daughter will be13 next month the same time you will be having your vacation and the period app says she will be having her period the same time your vacation. Does the period app can be considered accurate versus the real and body system of your daughter? no assurance…if so, she may use tampon when in water and change as necessary…if not in water, then she may use the regular pads…and think…it is the reality of life and you just have to accept it if your daughter will not enjoy the vacation…there is always a next time.
Don’t put your fear of tampons in her head at such a young age. It’s not as big an issue as u r maki g it
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Have her try each out at home. Find something she likes
Your daughter wants to use tampons, let her.
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A period is part of life. Live life around it or sit on the sidelines. Talk to her doctor. I go for tampons for swimming and pads at night. Help her practice.
Tampons your best bet…she’ll get used to them and will wear them like a pro in no time at all…the cups are I feel for adult women or those who’ve had babies…they’ve stretched somewhat and are more able to accommodate a cup…not for me tho…ever
Nope I don’t let my daughters use tampons so not good for you especially at a young age . First off don’t make it a big deal let her decide what she wants to do .
Yes tampons I’m 70 and started on them, do ever let it come between you and fun cause you have it for years.
Let her try tampons. Just educate her about toxic shock and not to sleep with a tampon in. She’ll end up using them eventually. A lot of girls just” wing it” without any education!
I was on vacation when 13- and I wanted to water ski- I learned how to use a tampons.
Go to the doctor he will give you tablets for her to miss one period and then back to normal bathe following month
They sell disposable cups… they are very easy to use and are comfortable.
Wish someone would have shown me how to use tampons when I was young, I just couldn’t get the hang of using them and they would fall out. So I used pads all my life. Finally had a hysterectomy at 62. Don’t miss those heavy periods at all.
You could put her on a birth control pill to change her dates or get a depo shot to stop them for several months.
That would get you through summer.
As long as she changes the tampon often she will be ok. Teach her how to use them
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Use the tampons I’ve used the cups but they are not reliable at all and almost always leak and you don’t want her to attract sharks in the ocean
i’ve learned if you stress out about it enough it won’t come till you stop stressing about it lmfaoaoaoa normally gets me through my trip
Tampons sometimes does not work if your periods are heavy. Mine has always been messed up, show up whenever they want too. I could wear tampon and pad and it wouldn’t work. But I get it your her mom and can’t listen to negativity. But if she wants to swim unfortunately tampons may be her only option. They cause me pain I can’t tolerate them. Also you might want to check into period proof bathing suits. And undies.
Talk with your daughters doctor about this. Then both of you can present options to your daughter. Have them on hand to show her how to properly use them correctly individually or together. For example, tampons and bathing suits that are made with period panties that you can put ketchup in so that she can see what possible leakage from tampons might look like thru them when she wears that duo. Or tampons with period panties. Also show her how to use the period cup with those items as well so she can decide what’s more comfortable to choose from. This way she can feel more comfortable and relaxed as well as look forward to vacation without being stressed out or fearful of not enjoying herself especially with covid worries being enough to deal with. Way to go mom, great job, great questions and good looking out for your baby! She’s gonna have a blast:confetti_ball:
Well, to be fair…some people that have Moms that won’t talk about periods are the ones that told their daughters if you use tampons, you’ll lose your virginity. Im 57 now. But 18 , I asked my doc if that was true, and he said absolutely 
NOT. Maybe some might still think that?? I know it’s very old school, but you never know.
Tampons & just change them regularly & dont wear @ night if it worries you. Get the box that have different sizes that help with different flow.
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This is hysterical. She can’t wear tampons but u wanna stick a cup in her.
Get her tampons in different sizes she might as well learn from her mother. It will free her for her entire life
I’m so happy to see others weirded out that mom is uncomfortable with her daughter using tampons
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They have period panties. And teaching her to use a tampon might ease your fears. Pointing out the fact she needs to change them often. And most importantly not to forget to take them out and insert another.
Im confused why you ate ok with a cup and not a tampon im also not sure if there is a learning curve with a cup… I mean I think as females we have all had our periods interfere with vacation at some point its just life
Why not? There are tampons made for teens. My daughter started wearing them at 13.
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Why cant she wear tampons ?I have daughters slim fit were perfect no problems they loved them my girls never really used pads.tampons are way cleaner and easier.
Can’t your Dr prescribe something to delay her period. That’s what sports women do.
I see and understand your concerns on menstrul cups but I think it would be the best option. I use it on lakes trips with my family. At the start of the pandemic I stumbled upon the company June Cup they have affordable cups at $6.00 and different sizes to choose from. It is reusable a just needs to be sterilized with hot water between cycles. They also have sterilization cups to sterilize in. On top of all of that they have a wonderful helpful community if you have questions. The Official June Community. Best of luck.
There is such a good varity of products avalible now (i got my period 18 years ago at the age of 13) i used to wear pads for the most part because tampons were not comfortable for me i realise now my step mother was buying super tampons when i needed regular, i also found applicator tampons work best for me and they have come so far in qaulity and varity i use a cup,tampons and pads depending on the situation tamponsmare good if you are travelling or swiming as they are small discrete and easy to store and dispose of, i know applicator tampons are somsmall now to (same size,as a tampon you just need to extend the applicator part) and are often inuvidually wrapped
We just went to Disney World in Florida and my
13 year old granddaughter was on her period the whole week, using tampons and going to the water park. She’s also into competitive cheerleading, where you can’t be absent just cuz you’re bleeding. Tampons are a way of life for active girls.
I think there is an injection she can get that would put it off. Have her check with her doctor.
Seriously??? Do you think there is some remedy to prevent it or stop it? Tell you daughter to grow up, her period does not define her. It is a part of life. Suck it up and use the proper protection for the water. WTF people! Is this the sort of shit you all stress about?
I’d day tampons… but I looked into these things called "flex discs’ sold online. Look into it, they are disposable
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In order for her daughter to enjoy herself a tampon is going to be the best option. They have super for heavy flows. Because of the pressure from water the period more than likely will not flow out side of the vagina until she gets out but the tampon will absorb it. Pads are a no, no and cups have to be inserted correctly to be effective.
Really you couldn’t just ask hey while on a water vacation I will be on my period any suggestions I won’t wear tampons. Bout sums it up right!
I think a menstrual cup would be much more difficult for a 13yr old to master then teaching her how to use tampons.
Where pads it’s better then tampons, how old is she? Better safe then sorry.
You can get a pill for her to take from the Dr. It’s not a contraception but will delay her period
Please consider letting her use tampons. I started using them in my teens and felt much more comfortable and confident that I would not have an embarrassing accident. I also enjoyed swimming and went with no problems!
Get her the sport tampons, don’t ruin her vacation, and make her the think there’s anything wrong or dirty. Just tell her you prefer her to wear them in pool only for safety purposes. I assume this is the reason.
Be careful that she doesnt forget that she has a tampon in and put one on top of another, also at the end of her period make sure she takes the last one out. As an ER nurse I have seen this happen several times.
Give her confidence with her periods show her what her choices are.
Honestly you don’t get to decide on what she uses, she is valid to make her own decisions… it’s her period, her body. This post is triggering…
What about undies ( Pants) and bathers(swimwear) that absort the blood. My client use them she does swimming training every week.in austulia they called mog pog. Not cheap $30 a pair of pants
If this is all it takes to ruin your holiday then your really lucky. With all the shit in the world. This is what she’s worried. Seriously.
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Go with heavy pad or whole adult pants change often wear pad and adult pants
I truly think you are worrying too much. We all survived whatever we chose
I started using tampons at 13 - it was life changing!
I gave my daughter the option of wearing a tampon ( we practiced before going) at the water park or us 2 riding rides at the amusement park and she choose to do the tampon but took it out as soon as we were finished.
Why are YOU uncomfortable with her inserting a tampon in HER body?? If you think a period blood or using a cup is DISGUSTING i wonder how you handled childbirth? 
Don’t press your insecurities on your daughter to be afraid of puberty, teach her to continue living a happy fun life as a growing woman
Let her use the Playtex they are small and she will be fine just using for vacation
My question is what makes you uncomfortable with her using a tampon. Is it because something is inserted into the vagina? Don’t make it more uncomfortable for her and don’t make her feel ashamed about a perfectly normal bodily function and what actions can be taken.
You ladies need to be less shaming to this mom who has a genuine concern and asking a serious question.
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I’m laughing only for reason so totally similar! My mom took my best friend and I to Edmonton Canadas largest mall which had a waterpark inside! The day we were going in swimsuits down elevator to go Yup my period started! My 13th birthday week the day/hour I was going to the waterpark in one of the worlds largest malls! That’s my luck, I’m 36 and laugh now! I wore pads, it sucked, I wore shorts with them, but it was still awesome. I today would have her wear a tampon, cleaner & teach her right, and give her the options to choose herself 
good luck with a teen and have a great birthday vacation!
What relevance is there to YOU not feeling comfortable with her wearing tampons?! Surely it’s up to her isn’t it?
Ya. She could get pregnant…now that period doesn’t seem quite as bad does it.
Let her use a tampon. What’s the big deal? She would be able to enjoy her vacation and participate in all water activities
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Show her the products and purchase small size and go from there
I love the menstrual cup!! It cuts down on cramps too!
There is a pill that delays her period I took for a vacation trip to , take to her doctors explain why
Why not go for pill to extend the date of cycle
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Walk her through the tampons reassure her that everything will be fine and it will be
There’s a 50/50 chance she will change to tampons later in life and pads feel like diapers 
When I was thirteen I had never used a tampon before and was at a slumber party . All of the girls were getting in the hot tub. I told a few embarrassed that I couldn’t . My friend shoved a box of tampons through the door crack with instructions.
It all worked out.
You could also consider a mentral cup.
I am an adult and still hate tampons but I will use them if ot means I can do the things I love!
Also they male them without harmful chemicals now.
Give her the choice.
I personally would allow tampons for vacation. But my 15yr old has been using them sense she was 13 
… The cup seems pretty nasty if you ask me lol and that is inserted as well i believe
You can get pill from doctor to delay period in cases like this
Let her use tampax while swimming it won’t hurt her more hygienic than the other one
Periods stop while in water. Then get out it comes on fast.
Here in Australia we have a product called Period Undies and you can even get ones for swimming that look like swimwear, so no cups or tampons are required.
Ur menstrual cycle stops once in the water idk if it has to do with the clorine water but your flow stops… Google it!
Look up Knix, they have swimming suit that you can wear while you have period. Technology are really improved dramatically since we were young.
what are the cups you are talking about for periods. I’ve never heard of them.
Tampons or a cup. No one will ever know & she’ll be free to run & cartwheel on the beach like the girls in the ads!
There’s a pill that will stop period have to take once a day it’s harmless dr prescribed to me when I went on cruise
It’s your daughter’s body… what does your comfort level have to do with it??
Also, look into period underwear and period swimsuits.
And join the Put A Cup In It community on F to learn about cups. They are amazing and it seems you both could use the education of new options. Discs might be better if she’s worried about the size of a cup… but my larger point is that the choice should be hers and hers alone. It’s her body. Your job is to give her the resources and her job is to choose what works for her.
If your not comfortable with a tampon you cpuld try a menstrual cup… at least its a bit safer.
They have period swimsuits and period panties that work fabulously.
And why in God’s name would you post something soo private? Get a job or a hobby. Unbelievable
It’s not about you being comfortable…it’s about your daughter being comfortable.
Not sure if it has already been mentioned but they also make disposable menstrual cups.
Becareful of tampons because of toxic syndrome from tampons be left in to long ask a family doctor but results from professional
Check out Knix. They have swimsuits specifically for this
Get out of the dark ages! I taught my daughters when they started their periods. They enjoyed all the activities as their friends. How old are you?
Use gloves if you go with the cups. I didn’t know they were still out. I tried them when they first came out in the late 90s.
I can’ believe l’m reading this, your daughter will serve. There are worst things to worry about.
I haven’t read any of the other comments but how about putting her on birth control for the trip
You have to be safe using tampons on water slides .They can cause an ER visit to get them.I know someone this happened to.
Period panties and swimwear are a thing. She might try those.
I’ve seen advertised underwear for periods on fb.
Tell her welcome to being a woman….I had mine during my last 2 vacations…
Do t make a big deal about it…just another day in the neighborhood…tampons please
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Stop stressing yourself out. Just get the tampons and everyone will be happy. Enjoy the vacation.
My daughter is turning 13 & uses the June brand cup. Period swimwear is also commercially available.
Why in the world would you shred your daughters privacy like this. Shame on you Mom.
They have padded thin underwear like for older people I saw them at I think Walmart or target near the pads and tampons