Sorry for the TMI.
I'm doing my first half marathon on Sunday and today I've got my flipping period. I haven't had one for months so haven't worked out a system for a long run on a period. Before that I was doing shorter runs so it didn't matter. I'm not an experienced runner and I'm expecting the half marathon to take me around 3 hours, a lot longer by the time I get to and from start/finish. I'm not taking a bag (just an arm pouch) and don't have anyone going with me.
I'm worried about chaffing if I wear a pad due to having to wear it longer than usual. I worry that a tampon will start to feel uncomfortable or get too low. I don't have period pants and don't think I can guarantee them arriving on time, fitting perfectly and not rubbing.
My shorts are flipping light pink so worried about leaking.
Help!