. When the first period happens, your daughter will see small tinges of blood from her vagina. This bleeding can be scary if your daughter is not aware of why it is taking place. Bleeding often lasts for 3 to 5 days. Your daughter may have heavy bleeding for 2 to 3 days followed by a lighter flow for 2 to 4 days. ‚
When to Start Talking About Menstruation ‚
About 2 years after breast development starts, the first period arrives. Most girls start their periods between the ages of 10 and 16. Talk to your daughter about menstruation: ‚
- Before she gets her first period
- When the changes start happening to her body
- When she learns about periods at school
What to Talk About ‚
What is PMS? ‚
Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, may happen right before each period starts. Hormones rise and fall during the month. Hormones may cause changes to your daughters body and how she acts. During PMS your daughter may have: ‚
- Breast soreness
- Acne
- Headaches
- Too much fluid build-up
- Anxiety
- Food cravings
- Quick to be angry or tearful
- Trouble sleeping
PMS feels the worst 1 to 2 weeks before a period begins. PMS most often goes away during the period. ‚
Prepare Supplies ‚
- Talk about all the products like pads, tampons, and panty liners.
- Show her how to use tampons and pads.
- Tell her how often she needs to change her pads and tampons.
- Give her pads or tampons to carry with her.
Help Improve Her Self-esteem ‚
Your daughter may not feel at ease with the changes in her body. She may be self-conscious. Help her handle the changes with a positive outlook. ‚
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Helpful tips
- Learn all the facts about menstruation before talking to your daughter.
- Talk about sex as she matures. Answer any questions she may have.
- Help your daughter keep track of her periods so she can learn to take care of her health.
Where can I learn more?
KidsHealth ‚
http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/talk/talk_about_menstruation.html# ‚
Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer
This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚
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