Getting your period can be very uncomfortable for teen girls. For whatever reason, we are subtly taught to be ashamed of our monthly cycle and are encouraged to hide this very pertinent part of our lives. You might think the world has made some progress in terms of celebrating womanhood, but there are still people who try to convince young girls that their period is gross, and they need to learn how to 'control it'.
Reddit user u/aitapads shared her story on the 'Am I The A-Hole' page about her uncle purchasing her some tampons and pads after her parents refused to buy them for her. Their response to the whole situation was quite surprising.
First, she begins by giving some backstory. Her parents seem to be quite strict on spending money, which is understandable, but not all 14-year-olds can prepare for emergency scenarios. Such as an unexpected period...
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