I’m worried about leaking in my grey shorts

Okay, so leaking in light-colored clothes is literally one of the top worries when you have your period. It totally makes sense to be thinking about it, especially with grey shorts. Nobody wants a surprise stain!

How to prevent leaks

There are a few ways to stop leaks, and you might need different strategies depending on how heavy your flow is that day.

• Change your pad/tampon often. This is a big one. Even if your period isn't super heavy, products can only hold so much. If you wait too long, it's gonna overflow. Try to change every 2-4 hours, or more if you're bleeding a lot.
• Wear period underwear. These are actually super cool! They look like regular underwear but have layers built in to absorb blood and keep it from going through to your clothes. You can wear them on their own or with a pad or tampon for extra protection.
• Double up on protection. If you're on a heavy day or just super worried, you can wear a pad with a tampon, or wear period underwear under your regular undies with a pad. Total security blanket vibes for your shorts!

Just remember, sometimes leaks just happen, no matter how careful you are. It's not the end of the world, and most people are way too focused on themselves to even notice. But these tips should help you feel a lot more confident in your grey shorts. If you're looking for an easy way to track your flow and know when your period might be heavier, the Soso app can help you log all that stuff.