I’m on day 2 of my first period and thought it was a great idea to wear grey sweatshorte

Oh no, you literally picked the worst day to wear light colors! But don't even worry about it, because this happens to everyone, like, ALL the time. You are totally not alone.

First periods can be kinda unpredictable, so it's super easy for a little leak to sneak up on you. You're still figuring out your flow and what products work best, and that takes a minute. Day 2 is often when your period is the heaviest, so it's extra tricky.

For now, if you can, change into something darker or tie a sweater around your waist to cover it. When you get home, rinse the spot with cold water as soon as you can. Hot water actually sets blood stains, so avoid that. Then you can treat it with some stain remover or even just hand soap before washing.

Going forward, maybe stick to darker underwear or period undies for your period days. And when you pick out clothes on heavy flow days, just keep it in mind. Sometimes a cute long sweater or a jacket is your best friend. It's all part of learning about your body and what works for you, so don't be too hard on yourself. 😉