So what if I keep it a secret and wear no pad or should I not keep it a secret and wear a pad but I don't want nobody to know

You definitely should not keep your period a secret and wear no pad, because then your clothes will get stained and everyone will know anyway. It's totally normal to want privacy around your period, so many people feel that way, but there are ways to handle it without anyone knowing unless you want them to.

Okay so, your period is a natural thing your body does. It’s impossible to just wish it away, and trying to ignore it by not wearing protection is going to lead to a way bigger mess and more attention than you want. You literally need to wear protection like a pad or period underwear to catch the blood, or it will leak onto your clothes.

Lots of people keep their period super private. You can carry your period supplies in a small pouch or a pocket in your backpack so nobody sees them. And if you’re worried about changing a pad at school, you can wrap a fresh pad in toilet paper and put it in your sleeve or pocket on the way to the bathroom. Nobody will even notice! There are lots of discreet period products too, like period underwear that just looks like regular underwear, or tampons if you're ready for those.

If you're really nervous, talking to one grown-up you trust can help a lot, like your mom, guardian, or an older sister. They can help you get the right supplies and figure out a plan for when you're out and about. Remember, literally everyone who has a period deals with this stuff, so you're not alone in wanting to keep it low-key.