THINX VS Flo Health

I think you should look into period underwear. Its more expensive than pads, but its reusable for years and saves money. Ranges from about $20-$30. thinx.com has a teen section with smaller sizes and a variety of styles. Source: about 1 year ago

I have been advocation menstrual cups to those who are still having their cycles when doing through hikes or just camping for a few days. I have never heard of the flex disk before and thanks for recommending it. I use a p-style when out as it is what "fits" me best. Also, look into thinx.com for absorbent menstrual panties which I bought for my niece. That company also makes absorbent panties for bladder... Source: over 1 year ago

I have "period underwear". Thinx brand specifically. They are super absorbent, attractive, and easy to clean. They aren't thick, so you can wear them like normal underwear too, and come in all the needs from thongs to briefs. I like to pack half and half - regular underwear vs period type. When you can't access washing machines, they are as easy to wash in the shower, or however you clean your underwear... Source: over 2 years ago

Here is what I use most often. In the daytime, I usually wear absorbent undies with a pad. My favorites are Thinx (shethinx.com) and Knix (knixteen.com) because they absorb a lot quickly and they look a little like normal undies. I usually use a prevail pad along with them for extra protection and because it will absorb fluids that tend to leak when I'm sitting down. Tena and Prevail are my go-to pads. Source: over 2 years ago

Shethinx.com is having a store-wide 30% off sale until May 26! Source: almost 3 years ago

Secondly, your vulva and vagina is not suppose to smell like flowers or fruit. As long as the smell is not fishy or overwhelmingly unpleasant then it is fine. A fishy smell can be a sign of an infection. Itching or burning can also be a sign of infection. Discharge is totally normal! It’s only a sign of something bad if it smells, as I said above, is a strange colour like green, or has the consistency of cottage... Source: 11 months ago

Try using a period tracker app like Flo. Source: 12 months ago

I'm a journalist and I'm writing an informational article on vulvodynia for Flo Health. Nothing fancy, just speaking to medical experts about causes, symptoms, treatments and research. Source: about 2 years ago

I recommend downloading an app where you can track symptoms (I personally love Flo, which is free). If you end up going to a doctor to discuss your experience, having that as a reference could be incredibly helpful! Source: almost 3 years ago