Sally Ride was the first American woman and first lesbian in space, first flying in 1983. Before she flew, NASA weren't really sure what a woman in space might need, so suggested providing her with 100 tampons. For a six day mission.
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I know everyone dunks on NASA for this, but I don't think it's totally unreasonable. Anytime I go on holiday I bring about 3x more than I could possibly use, just in case. Like with knickers.