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DIY Period Emergency Kit for Girls You Need to Pack

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August 26, 2016 By Prepared Mom Team 9 Comments

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Emergencies aren’t just about localized weather events or job losses but can be much more personal. And what’s more personal to a girl than her period? Consider a DIY Period Emergency Kit for your preteens to have stored in her locker or backpack for just such times.

I bet many of us can say that puberty was one of the worst phases of our lives. The shame, the uncertainty, the ridicule — all leaving us feeling like we were the biggest losers in the world, even though every other kid was going through the same thing. And it’s even worse when we are young, inexperienced, and are going through it alone.

Not all of us were graced with moms who were open and forthcoming about this aspect of our lives. Not all of us have moms who can be relied upon to share this information. I’m sharing it for those who can’t ask, those who don’t have someone to ask, and you might need to move along if this is a ‘trigger subject’ for you. Considering that this is a subject that affects 50%+ of the world’s population, a DIY Period Emergency kit is definitely something women need to think about for themselves and their daughters, and frankly, Dads, you do, too!

Tip: Let your daughter pick out a cute, opaque, cosmetic pouch to put this in, which she can then store in her backpack, purse, or locker. 

You might also like:  Emergency Kits for Students
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DIY Period Emergency Kit for Girls

Deodorant

Because puberty does weird things to a body, a small travel-sized deodorant (or deodorant wipes) is good for a refresher during the day when yours just gives out. If you, like me, make your own deodorant
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Humangear, Tube Travel Gotoob Clear Green Pack
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Pads or Tampons

Keep a couple of her choice of menstrual products in a baggie. For those just starting, a panty liner is usually sufficient. However, you should still keep a few pads and tampons in your period emergency kit because you know she’ll want to change often, just because. More and stronger methods can be stored as the needs arise.

If you are so inclined and want to combine this with a homemaking skill, learn how to make your own pads.
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‱ RELATED: Make an Emergency Preparedness Kit for School
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Hydrogen Peroxide

This was a tip my mother-in-law told me years ago. I use a travel-sized, pump hairspray bottle that is dark in color.

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Fill it with hydrogen peroxide to spray on any stained area of undergarment and clothes to help stains from setting. Rinsing the garment under cold water is always best, but it’s not discreet and might leave you with wet clothes to deal with.

Wipes

A travel-size package of wipes (flushable if preferred) for discreet cleanup.

Stall Mates: Flushable, individually wrapped wipes for travel....
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It’s also good for quick cleanup after gym class or recess if there’s just no time for a shower or if she is just too embarrassed to take a shower.

Underwear

It’s helpful to have a change of underwear or two just in case.

Change of Pants

Shorts or other bottoms depending on the weather and situation, again, just in case.

Hand Warmers

Since many schools don’t allow students to medicate or treat themselves, some girls find it embarrassing to go to the nurse’s office to ask for help. Or, you just might not be in a place where that help is available. Inexpensive hand warmers might be just the thing.

HotHands Hand Warmers, 10 count (5 pack with 2 warmers per pack)
HotHands Hand Warmers, 10 count (5 pack with 2 warmers per pack)
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It’s a quick, easy, portable heating pad. It’s a bit awkward, but it can be done.

Pain relievers

Since most schools do not allow students to self-medicate, you have to decide what to do for your own child. I cannot tell you to go ahead and include a small package of pain relief in her emergency kit. Travel-sized packages are discreet and easy to tuck in a pocket.

Midol Complete (pack of 50)
Midol Complete (pack of 50)
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If nothing else, make sure the school nurse has a note allowing your child to ask for a pain reliever when she may need it.

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Loose Change

If your school offers machines in the restrooms for menstrual products, or if she is out on a field trip or away from home, having a dollar or two in quarters can help save an awkward situation.

Hair Clips and Ties

This is not an emergency so much as sometimes you just feel yucky and you need to pull up your hair. It just helps.

Mints

Nothing like freshening your breath when nothing else feels fresh as a daisy.

Chocolate

As Remus Lupin tells Harry Potter, “Here. Eat it. It’ll help.” Chocolate makes you feel better, but did you know that dark chocolate does offer a bit of pain relief?

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Extra bag

Keep an extra bag, whether a zip-top bag, a grocery bag or the like to be able to keep soiled clothes in to bring home, and keep from getting everything else wet or stained. A cute wet/dry bag can keep things more discreet.

Of course, this period emergency kit can be used for girls of any age, to keep in a car, a backpack, a desk drawer, or wherever you spend time. It’s always good to be prepared. Are there things that you or your daughters found helpful for that kind of emergency?

Tip 2: This makes a great scouting project for girls!

To learn even more about long-term preparedness for personal hygiene for girls and women, click HERE
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