So when I first start I DID NOT want to use tampons so I used pads. So from my experience (I am terrible at spelling if you can't tell) the pads with wings are the best ones to get because the wings help the pad stay in place and not move and odds are if they move your underwear will be a HUGE bloody mess. Literally. But if all else fails the ones with out wings are better than nothing. If you have problems like me and bleed through your underwear when you sleep do what I did... Put a pad in the usual place one in the back behind your butt and one in front. Hope that helps!