Quick Dip: What Should I Pack in Case My Period Starts at Swimming?
Updated: Sep 23
A short read for the car journey
Category: Growing Up & Swimming: Girls’ Health | Read time: Under 2 minutes
Your period might start while you are at swimming. Keeping a small pouch in your swim bag can help you feel prepared, even if your periods have not started yet.
You could pack:
Spare underwear.
Period products you know how to use, chosen with a parent or carer.
Spare shorts or leggings.
A waterproof bag for any underwear or clothing that needs washing.
Ask a parent or carer to help you put the pouch together. Replace anything you use so it is ready for next time.
At Bluefins, we keep a box of period products in the office. A coach or Team Manager can help you access it.
If your period starts unexpectedly, tell a coach or Team Manager that you need a private word. You do not need to explain in front of other swimmers. A trusted friend can come with you if that helps you feel more comfortable.
You do not have to work everything out on your own or try an unfamiliar product in a rush. Ask for help deciding what you need and whether you feel comfortable getting back in the pool.
Ask a parent or carer: Can we put together a small period pouch for my swim bag and talk about what I could use at swimming?
Created by Basingstoke Bluefins Coaching Team
