It is important to choose the right kind of sanitary protection to suit your needs and your lifestyle. Whichever type of sanitary protection you decide to use, it is always a good idea to keep a spare sanitary pad, tampon or pantyliner with you so you are prepared in case your period catches you out. Don't feel embarrassed to ask your friends or other women if they have any spare sanitary protection, you can bet most women have been caught out before!