What is it like to menstruate? in Whey and Sonic Screwdrivers.

No, seriously. I’ve been lucky to befriend some secure Women who will share things.

But when it comes up in mixed company? Well, clearly guys can’t understand. (I’ve been told this over and over again, it frustrates me.) And we can’t, because we’re not told. And maybe it’s because we don’t ask. Well. I ask. I’m asking now.

I buy pads. I buy ‘pons. I don’t assume PMS is some irrational thing - maybe it’s something that really is bothering her.

What is it like to get that first moment of “oh crap, my uterus is expelling debris”?

I’ve seen bloody pads. (Cuz I don’t want my girlfriends to feel insecure about a natural bodily process.) What is it like to .. well. Clean up all the blood?

I know spotting is a thing. When do you know your period is finally over?

Just a curious male (who clearly does not menstruate) asking. Thank you, anyone who shares whatever.