Schools in England are today able to start ordering free sanitary products for pupils as part of a government scheme to tackle period poverty.
Millions of period products, such as tampons, pads and menstrual cups will be available for primary and secondary institutions to order.
The scheme is targeting children who miss school if they don't have access to products at home.
The government is giving each school a set amount of money to spend on products in 2020 - calculated on the basis that 35 per cent of pupils who menstruate will use them.
They will be available for schools to order online via email or by phone, and come at a range of prices.
It was announced in March that the government would fund free period products in secondary schools.
Campaigners have warned schools that they would put pupils at a disadvantage if they do not back the scheme.
Campaigner Amika George, founder of #FreePeriods, said: "We have been waiting for this day for a long time! As a grassroots, student-led movement, Free Periods has been fighting for every single child in this country to be able to go to school without worrying about their next pad or tampon.
"For the first time in history, this scheme will ensure that becomes a reality.
"We ask that schools have open conversations with students about what they need and start signing up to the scheme – no child must miss out.
"Free products in schools will ensure that every child can learn and be their very best, without periods holding them back."
Children and Families Minister Michelle Donelan said the scheme will mean young people can "go about their daily lives" without having to worry.
