Knowledge is power, so talking about your child's period and menstrual cycle will give them loads more confidence.
Your child's first period is a momentous event in their life, but it can also be a little confusing too. When it arrives, it’s important she feels prepared and aware of what’s happening to her. Here are some tips for discussing periods with your daughter.
Although it sounds like an obvious thing to say, it’s worth talking her through the basics of why we have periods, how the menstrual cycle works and the blood loss they will experience. We've got all the information you need here to help explain these things, including a video about the menstrual cycle. If your child wants to find out for themselves, direct them to the teen section of Lil-Lets Hub which includes advice on all aspects of her body and periods.
One of the biggest worries many girls have is starting their period when away from home or in school. Look out for signs that they have started their period such as moodiness or discomfort. Very often, wearing a pantyliner on a daily basis can build their confidence. It’s also a good idea to give them some menstrual pads to keep in their school bag just in case.
It's easy to forget that your child probably hasn’t seen what a pad looks like when they get their first period. Once you've bought a pack, show them a pad, how they should position it and how to dispose of it afterwards. This should give them the confidence to do it themselves next time. The same applies to tampons as they can be really confusing. Preparing them for their first period means empowering them with period knowledge!
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There is no minimum age for using tampons or a medical reason why a child on their period should not use one. However, it is often best for them to understand their flow and monthly cycle before choosing to use this form of protection. The Lil-Lets teen range consists of products perfect for teens in the early days of their period.
