Should I write down product brand names?

Only if it helps you or your care question. A plain note like "pad" or "backup used" is often enough.

Should I take photos of leaks or stains?

Only if you choose to. A short text note is often enough. Photos can carry time, place, and backup copies you may not want.

Can this kit help with public bathrooms, school, or work?

Yes. It includes a public bathroom plan, a school plan, and a work plan, each with plain scripts you can use without sharing period details.

Can Floriva hold these notes?

Yes. Floriva can keep short notes on your device. Paper works too. No app controls screenshots, exports, backups, or shared devices.

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Period Leak and Product Kit

A full period leak and product kit: a universal leak log, product-specific notes for pads, tampons, cups, discs, and period underwear, school, work, overnight, and public bathroom plans, cleanup steps, a backup and refill planner, and an irritation log.

Period leaks are easier to sort out with a short, plain note than with memory alone.

This kit is for notes only. It cannot tell you why a leak happened. It does not give product use steps, absorbency advice, or product rankings.

It is educational. It is not medical advice.

Part 1: The universal first leak note

Fill this in soon after any leak, no matter which product you use.

Question Your note Date and time Bleeding day before period / day 1 / day 2 / day 3+ / after period Flow context spotting / light / medium / heavy / clots / not sure Product in use pad / tampon / cup / disc / period underwear / liner / other When the leak happened morning / day / night / after activity / not sure Activity before it happened sleep / work / school / exercise / sitting / travel / other Clothing fit, if relevant loose / snug / tight / new / usual / not sure Backup product used pad / liner / period underwear / clothing change / none What leaked underwear / clothes / sheet / chair / other Pain or pressure no / yes / not sure Fever or felt ill no / yes / not sure Main care question

Use plain words. "Leaked at night on day 2" is useful. "Pad moved during a long shift" is useful too. Do not guess the cause, and do not blame yourself leaks happen.

Part 2: The leak log

Use one row for each leak. This table is a timing record, not a product guide or a product comparison.

Date Time Bleeding day Flow context Product Leak timing Activity Backup used Note before / day 1 / day 2 / day 3+ / after light / medium / heavy / clots pad / tampon / cup / disc / underwear morning / day / night / after activity sleep / work / school / exercise / sitting pad / liner / underwear / clothing / none

Flow context detail , if it helps show the day:

Date Bleeding day Flow note Clots Changed clothes or sheets Missed work, school, or plans light / medium / heavy / flooding / not sure no / yes / not sure no / yes no / yes

This does not measure blood loss. It helps you remember what happened and gives you something concrete to bring to a visit if bleeding feels heavy or hard to manage.

Part 3: Product specific notes

Each product creates a slightly different story. Add these details when they apply.

Pads: note where it rubbed or shifted (front / back / side / moved), and whether the pad was new, long, overnight, or a liner.

Tampons: note any pain, its location (opening / deeper / cramps), and whether you felt feverish, dizzy, or generally ill these details belong at the top of any care message, since FDA guidance says to contact a healthcare provider for pain, fever, or other unusual symptoms with tampon use.

Menstrual cups: note pressure, cramps, or urinary pressure alongside the leak, and whether backup products were used.

Menstrual discs: note whether bathroom access, a backup layer, or being away from home mattered, and whether a product name is actually needed for your care question.

Period underwear: note the wash context (first wear / older pair / washed last night / air dried / machine dried) and how long the pair was worn before the leak, using broad terms rather than a washing guide.

None of these notes rank products or prove what caused a leak. They just make the pattern easier to describe later.

Part 4: Pain, pressure, and unusual symptoms

Use this if leaks came with pain, pressure, cramps, fever, dizziness, or other symptoms that felt off.

Date Pain 0 to 10 Pain location Pressure Fever or felt ill Dizzy or faint Main question : opening / deeper / cramps / not sure none / mild / strong no / yes / not sure no / yes / not sure

Do not use this table to diagnose anything, including toxic shock syndrome or any other condition. Pain, fever, or feeling ill are details worth putting at the top of a care message, not the bottom.

Part 5: Skin and irritation notes

Irritation can come with leaks, a new product, a new detergent, or something else entirely. Use this to track timing only.

Date Time Item New or usual Where it touched Symptom timing Itch 0 10 Burn 0 10 Note pad / liner / tampon / cup / disc / wipe / underwear / detergent new / usual / not sure vulva / vagina / underwear / skin fold before / during / after

Check what fits:

Itching, burning, or stinging started. Skin feels raw, red, or darker than usual. Rash, bumps, cracks, or sores showed up. Swelling showed up. Discharge or odor changed. Symptoms started during or right after using a new product.

ACOG notes that vulvar disorders can involve pain, burning, itching, and irritation, and that a clinician may examine the area and ask about products such as soaps, fabrics, or perfumes. Cleveland Clinic lists pads and panty liners among possible irritants for vulvar dermatitis, and MedlinePlus notes that chemicals, tight or nonabsorbent clothing, and skin conditions can relate to genital irritation. None of this tells you what caused your specific symptoms that needs a clinician's evaluation.

Medicine already used:

Date Medicine or product Why you used it What changed itch / burn / rash / pain / other

Do not add new medicine based on this page. Use this table only to help a clinician see what already happened.

Part 6: Cleanup

Get to privacy first if you can, then work through cleanup.

Quick cleanup card:

Step Done Get to a private spot Change product Change clothes, if needed Put wet items in a bag Rinse fresh blood with cold water, if washable Keep heat away until the stain is handled Add item to laundry plan Restock kit

The American Cleaning Institute says fresh blood stains should soak in cold water, since hot water can set blood stains. For dried blood, ACI says stains can be pretreated or soaked with an enzyme product, and a bleach safe for the fabric can be used afterward if a stain remains check the item's care label and the cleaner's label first. CDC's bleach safety guidance says not to mix household bleach or disinfectants with other cleaners.

By item:

Item What happened First step Still needs work? Underwear / period underwear spot / leak / soak cold rinse / bag / wash later no / yes Pants, shorts, or skirt spot / leak / soak cold rinse / bag / wash later no / yes Sheet or mattress cover spot / leak / soak cold rinse / wash later no / yes Chair or seat spot / leak / soak wipe / ask for help / clean later no / yes

No stain guide can promise a result.

Part 7: Overnight leaks

Overnight leaks have their own pattern worth tracking separately.

Date Period day Bedtime setup Sleep time Wake up time Night changes Leak place Clots Pain 0 to 10 Next day fatigue : : :

Check what fits: had to change during the night, woke up because of bleeding, leaked through underwear/pajamas/sheets/mattress, saw clots, pain woke you, felt very tired or dizzy the next day, or this happened more than one night. None of this diagnoses anything it helps you see the pattern and decide whether to bring it to a visit.

Part 8: School, work, and public bathroom plans

Fast leak steps (any location): get to a bathroom, change your product, check clothes, use spare clothes if needed, bag stained items, ask for help if you want, and write one private note afterward. A plain script works anywhere: "I need the bathroom," "I need my bag," or "I had a leak and need help."

School kit and plan:

Item Backpack Locker Nurse office Pad, tampon, cup, disc, or period underwear Spare underwear and spare pants or shorts Plain bag for stained clothes Wipes or tissue, if allowed Small note card

Pick one or two trusted adults (nurse, teacher, coach, parent) and a plain script for each: "I need the bathroom," "I need supplies from my bag," "I had a leak and need help," "Can I go to the nurse?"

Work kit and plan:

Item Work bag Locker Car Desk Pad, tampon, cup, disc, or period underwear Spare underwear and spare bottoms Uniform backup, if allowed Plain bag for stained clothes

A short, low detail note is enough for a workplace record if you want one: "I had a health issue that affected work," with a date range and what you need to ask this does not promise an accommodation, break, schedule change, or leave, and it is not legal or HR advice.

Public bathroom plan (any setting):

Before you leave, check: products you already use, a backup layer if wanted, a plain bag or wrapper, spare underwear or clothes, tissue, hand sanitizer, and a low detail reminder name like "bag kit checked."

Wash hands after using the toilet when soap and water are available CDC says soap and clean running water help lower germ spread, and hand sanitizer can be used if soap and water are not there.

Use plain help words if you need them: "Can you bring my bag?", "I need clothing help," "I need a few more minutes," "Can you pick me up?", or "Please text me instead."

Plan disposal privacy ahead of time: is there a trash can in the stall, do you want a plain wrapper or small bag, and what should stay out of photos or group chats. This does not promise privacy in shared bathrooms, but it helps you think ahead.

Part 9: Backup layers and refill planning

List your backup layers only what you already use:

Layer or item I use this now? Where I keep it Liner yes / no / sometimes Period underwear yes / no / sometimes Spare underwear yes / no / sometimes Dark pants or shorts yes / no / sometimes Small wet bag or pouch yes / no / sometimes

Count what you use to avoid running out:

Item Used last cycle Want on hand Buy now : : : Pads Tampons Liners Period underwear Spare underwear Cups or discs

Kit spots pick the places that fit your life: daily bag, desk or work drawer, school locker or backpack, car, travel bag, overnight bag. Check kits once a month and after any trip or long week.

Private reminder wording , since calendar names can show up on lock screens or sync to shared accounts:

Instead of Try Period pads refill Restock drawer Cycle kit check Bag check Tampons for next period Weekly supplies Vacation period pack Travel pouch

Part 10: Product comparison notes (without ranking products)

If you use more than one product type, this table helps you compare your own leak notes side by side, without ranking or comparing product quality.

Date Product type Bleeding day Flow context Timing Activity Leak place Skin note pad / tampon / cup / disc / liner / underwear before / day 1 / day 2 / day 3+ / after light / medium / heavy / clots morning / day / night sleep / school / work / exercise front / back / side / sheets none / itch / burn / rash

Look for repeats: do leaks happen at night, on heavy days, during long sitting, or with skin symptoms. Write only what helps.

One page visit summary

Fill this in before a visit or message, whichever leak type or product prompted it.

Summary item Your note Main issue First leak date Bleeding day when leaks happen most Flow context Activity linked with leaks Products and backups used Pain, pressure, or cramps Fever, dizziness, or feeling ill Skin symptoms Main care question

Start with what changed your day most, then add timing if it helps.

Privacy note

Leak and product notes can include period dates, product names, blood, clothing, pain, school, work, and photos.

Keep the shortest useful note. You can write "backup used" without naming a product, or "chair stain" without naming the place or saving a photo.

FTC guidance for mobile health app developers favors minimizing data and limiting access and permissions; the same idea works for your own notes. HHS notes that health app rules can depend on what an app does and what data it collects keep fewer private notes, in fewer places, whichever tool you use.

Floriva can keep short notes on your device. Paper works too. No app can control screenshots, exports, backups, shared calendars, or shared devices.

For a full period app privacy checklist, use the period app privacy audit kit. For visit prep, read Floriva for gynecologist prep.