As an active kid and a total tomboy, I was gutted when my periods began as it just seemed like a complete inconvenience. When I started my mum bought me pads which I found uncomfortable, and even though you couldn't see them, made me feel very self-conscious all the same.

After a few years I made the switch to tampons which was fantastic! I could now do watersports again, ride my bike more comfortably and not feel self-conscious when it came to school sports. Don't know why my mum decided against tampons to begin with, but can't help thinking I'd have felt more positive about starting my periods if I knew I didn't have to wear horrible pads.

Just my ramblings...