I already got my first period like two weeks ago and I'm starting school in four days. I get my period in 10 to 11 days, so it'll be in school on Thursday and Friday. I need to prepare a period bag.

Okay so congrats on your first period! It's so smart to be thinking ahead and getting your period bag ready for school. You definitely want to be prepared, especially since your app is giving you a heads-up.

Here’s what I keep in my period bag, so I'm ready for anything:

• Pads or tampons: I usually throw in like three or four, even if I think I'll only need one. You never know!
• Period undies: Just in case, you know? They are literally a lifesaver if you suddenly get a super heavy flow or a leak.
• Pain medicine: Like ibuprofen or whatever you usually take for cramps. Check with a grown-up first to make sure it's okay for you to take it.
• Wipes: The flushable kind, because sometimes you just want to feel fresh.
• A spare pair of underwear: Again, just in case. You'll thank me later.
• A small plastic bag: For wrapping up used pads or anything else messy before you throw it away.
• A chocolate bar or a snack: Because periods can make you hungry and chocolate just makes everything better.

Remember, it's totally normal for your first few periods to be a bit unpredictable, so having a bag ready takes away all the stress. The Soso app is super helpful for tracking, so keep logging your flow and symptoms, and it'll get even better at predicting for you!