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Having Your Period

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There's a lot of misinformation around menstruation. That's why we're here — to separate fact from fiction and help you get better acquainted with your monthly visitor. Read on, and become a period pro!


1.  If a woman misses her period, it means she is pregnant.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


2.  Using a tampon can cause a girl to lose her virginity.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


3.  A girl can get pregnant before she has her first period.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


4.  A woman can't get pregnant if she has sex during her period.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


5.  A girl who's never had vaginal intercourse shouldn't use tampons.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


6.  Women can have their periods when they are pregnant.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


7.  It's safe for a woman to masturbate when she has her period.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


8.  Women can use birth control pills to relieve menstrual cramps.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


9.  You shouldn't exercise when you have your period.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?


10.  Drinking lots of water can make you bloated during your period.
a) True
b) False
Am I right?

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