periods

hi so yes i am 16 and i’ve had my period ever since i was 13, my mom has never really talked to me much about periods and all of that and also my school doesn’t teach much about them either,

so my question is, is when you know you period is due soon( i use tampons btw) are you supposed to use what ever thing you use when your not on it but know your about to start sooner then later ( it that makes sense?)

also any other period tips will help a lot!