I need period advice!!

Lily

Hi I’m lily and I’m 13...I’m a dancer and did four years of competitive gymnastics but my period came SUPER early!! I was in like 5th grade!!! Anyways... I’m kinda getting tired of having to wear pads..I mean don’t get me wrong they can be comforting on some heavy cycles but I think tampons would be a better choice. I’ve never really talked to my mom about it...she’s a younger mom so I am pretty open with her but I don’t know if I’m old enough or if I’m ready?? What do you think!?? ☹️