Can I swim or get wet on my period

Yes, you can totally swim and get wet on your period. Your period doesn't stop you from doing anything you want to do.

Okay so your period doesn't just, like, gush out non-stop, so it won't be a huge mess in the water. Blood flow might even slow down a little bit when you're swimming because of the water pressure, which is kind of cool, but it doesn't stop completely. The main thing is to make sure you use the right period product so you don't leak.

What to use when swimming

Really, the best things to use while swimming are products that collect the blood inside your body, so no one even knows you have your period. My top picks are:

• Tampons: These go inside and soak up the blood. Make sure you put it in right, and change it after you swim, or every few hours.
• Menstrual cups: These are also worn inside and collect blood. They can stay in longer than tampons, which is nice if you're going to be swimming for a while.
• Period swimwear: This is like a swimsuit bottom with a built-in absorbent layer, like period underwear but for swimming. It helps catch any leaks and you don't have to wear anything else with it.

Avoid regular pads because they just get super soggy and heavy in the water, which is literally the worst. If you don't have tampons, cups, or period swimwear, it's totally okay to just chill by the pool, or play other games. Just make sure you feel comfy and confident, that's the main thing!