We were mid-flight when my daughter leaned in and whispered, “Dad, I think my period just started.”
I handed her the emergency pad I always keep on me, and she hurried to the restroom. A few minutes later, a flight attendant approached and said gently, “Sir, your daughter… she’s asking for you.” My heart dropped. I unbuckled quickly and made my way to the back of the plane. The attendant gestured toward…