<p>Do any of the current cadets have any advice for us FEMALE new comers? Any little hints to help us make it through the day would be greatly appreciated!</p>
<p>Here are just a few quick questions I could think of: (all you other ladies feel free to add!)</p>
<p>Is there anything you wish you did or did not bring to basic?
The appointment packet mentions that some females bring a blow dryer, but in reality is there time to use it?</p>
<p>There is no time to use a hair dryer, do not bring one. Besides you can't use it during 2nd beast anyway. I personally didn't bring anything really and I was just fine.</p>
<p>Thanks Potterfan! I figured there would be no time, which is why I was surprised to see it mentioned in the packet.</p>
<p>I know potter will also tell you not to cut your hair. Most who did regretted it. Oh and she had an advantage (not bringing anything), we left it all with her Aunt in Denver. Redhead on the other hand had a pretty big bag as I understood it.</p>
<p>Why did they regret cutting their hair? Mine is already very short. Will I regret it?</p>
<p>What about a hair dryer during the school year? and make up? : )</p>
<p>hehehe, ask redhead about makeup on i day, eh?</p>
<p>but from what i've heard, both are fine during the year...correct me if i'm wrong.</p>
<p>My hair is also already very short. I think you won't regret it being short if that is what you are used too. I am definitely NOT growing mine out. I have had it short for so long I could barely put it up if I wanted to.</p>
<p>some prefer it long so it doesnt get in the way during jack's valley.</p>
<p>How about hair dyes? If the color remains in the "found in nature" range, can one dye her hair?</p>
<p>as long as it looks natural.</p>
<p>Ok, this will help answer a lot of questions i have. I'm glad someone thought of us girls.</p>
<p>I'm choosing to keep my hair long so i can put it up. I know that you are supposed to be able to keep your hair off of your collar, but when you're doing physical training in Jack's Valley, are you allowed to put it up in a ponytail? Or do you have to keep it in a low bun? It would even be nice if i could put it in a braid. </p>
<p>Also, concerning feminine hygiene, should we, or are we allowed, to bring tampons to BCT on I-day or will they provide that sorta stuff at the academy?</p>
<p>That also brings me to my other question. Will we be allowed to keep medicine like midol or ibuprofen ourselves, or will we have to go to the on-campus nurse/hospital to get them administered?</p>
<p>OH, and what's the deal about no dating during freshman year?</p>
<p>I don't want to mess with the female stuff, but I can answer your dating question. You are free to date civilians and other freshman during your four degree year. The only restriction is that you cannot date (or fraternize) with upperclassmen.</p>
<p>ahhhh, got it. That was really confusing when I first heard it.</p>
<p>You cannot have a ponytail in Jack's, still a bun. You can braid it like a french braid, as long as it does not move around the place. I don't remember the girls being allowed to bring midol (however, you could probably buy it at the C-store the first time you go and it will be fine). They will "issue" you cough drops and motrin/ibuprofen. </p>
<p>I'll let the girls comment on other aspects.</p>
<p>This question was actually answered today at Orientation. All females need to bring feminine hygiene products.</p>
<p>I know potter and redhead will be happy to address these topics with you. If it gets to personal send them a PM, Like Hornet said the motrin will be issued to you, and this is the same active ingredient (Ibuprofen) in fact the 800mg motrin they will issue you is stronger. Just don't take to much.</p>
<p>Yup, midol is mostly ibuprofen and caffeine anyways!</p>
<p>hmm, a bun stinks, but it's A LOT better than cutting off your hair. Yah, ibuprofen is a ton better; my dad always told me to start the day off with two ibuprofens just in case.</p>