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What Every Girl Needs to Know.
A first period can feel like it arrives without warning. But with the right information beforehand — and the right support afterward — it can become one of the most empowering moments of growing up.
This guide is for parents, caregivers, and girls who want to feel prepared, not scared.
For Parents and Caregivers — Starting the Conversation
Start Earlier Than You Think You Need to
Most girls get their first period between ages 10 and 15, but the conversation should begin well before that — ideally around age 9 or 10. The goal is not to predict the moment. It is to make sure your child already has the information when it happens.
Use Real Words
Period. Menstruation. Uterus.
Using accurate language from the beginning removes shame and helps children ask for support when they need it. A child who knows the right words can communicate more confidently with a nurse, doctor, or trusted adult.
Share Your Own Story
One of the most comforting things you can do is share your own experience. It does not need to be perfect. It can even be funny. What matters is helping your child understand that they are not alone.
Make It an Ongoing Conversation
The goal is not to have one conversation. The goal is to keep the conversation open. Check in after the first period. Ask questions the next month. Let your child know this is something they can always talk about.
Prepare Together
Building a small period kit together can help turn uncertainty into confidence. Include:
Pads
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Wipes
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Spare underwear
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Pain relief options
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A small pouch for privacy
For Girls — the Facts, Simply
Ready to Go Deeper?
The Big Talk
The Big Talk follows Zara through her first period at school, the nurse who helped her without embarrassment, and the conversation that continued at home.
It is a story, not a manual — and sometimes stories make difficult conversations easier.
The First Flow Workshop
Our First Flow Workshop is a 90-minute hands-on session for girls ages 9–13 and their parents or guardians.
Families learn about:
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The science of periods
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Product choices
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Building a period kit
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How to talk openly at home
How to talk openly at home