Your daughter’s first period: things she should know before
Your daughter’s first period
Talking about periods is still considered a taboo. The irony is that this is one such thing that needs awareness and should be talked about. Especially, when our daughters get their first period. They should be well aware and should be able to understand their body. They should know why and what changes their body is undergoing and that it is completely normal.
Make sure that you prepare your daughter for her first period and give her the necessary information about it. Also, this is the time when we can actually initiate a change. Do not teach your daughter what your mother taught you at the time of your first period. Unless of course your mother also told you to be free to do anything while on your period. Do not teach her the same orthodox things like she is not supposed to do this and that while on a period.
Speaking of the first period, firstly, your daughter needs to be aware of it. Once she reaches that age, sit with her and initiate the topic. Chances are that her friends have already gotten their first period or they have discussed the topic amongst themselves. But any amount of knowledge is insufficient if it is not given by someone elder.First Period talk with your daughterLeave the hesitation
A little discomfort is normal. But while you are doing the first period talk, keep this hesitation aside. If you are reluctant to talk about this with your daughter, make sure to have another source ready. Maybe a very close family member, some informational videos or a book that answers all her queries.
Encourage the questions
Little knowledge is dangerous. It is obvious that she will have queries and a lot of them about her first period. Welcome the queries and answer them all with patience and clear information. This is not something that they will learn eventually on the way along. They need to be prepared.
