If you are wondering how to start talking to your daughter about puberty, periods and hygiene issues then worry not; we at Adira, understand how important it is to ‘correctly’ talk to a young girl about puberty and inculcate a positive body image in her and that is why we have curated a one-of-a-kind puberty starter pack. It consists of the following things –
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Ms P’s Guide For Girls Book
This is a fun-educational book with clear illustrations that will take your daughter on a journey of puberty that will not be embarrassing at all. The book covers many topics, including breast development, periods, body shapes, health and personal hygiene and much more.
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Personal Diary To Mark Her Cycles
This is a fun diary which has been made keeping in mind the age and interest of young girls. It will help your daughter mark her cycles and keep track of them; this will help her in remembering them over sometime.
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2 Boxer Period Panties
The boxer panties are a great option for high flow days as they prevent staining and are made with soft cotton that is also comfortable so she can wear them to school or outdoors. It also comes with a support patch for sanitary pads.
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2 Hipster Period Panties
The hipster period panties are best for medium flow days; it also comes with a support patch for pads and prevents staining. Made with comfortable cotton, she would feel at ease when doing her daily activities.
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Cute Pouch
Sling-style pouch in which your daughter can keep her sanitary pads and extra panties; she can carry it to the loo to change without feeling embarrassed.
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Pretty Box
All of these items come in a pretty box that can be used by your daughter later as well; she can use it to keep her things, like, bands, earrings, bracelets, hair clips and other trinkets.
The Period Starter Pack is one of the best things you can gift your daughter. Sit with her and show her the things in the pack, teach her how to use each of them and talk to her openly about puberty and she shouldn’t feel embarrassed about it or let it interfere with her daily activities. You can share your experience of puberty with her and assure her that this happens with every woman in the world and is a natural and healthy process.
Encourage her to carry the items in the period starter pack with her at all times; she can keep a sanitary pad and period panty in the pouch and carry them to school in her schoolbag when she is closer to her date, at least, till she is not sure about her cycles or if they are not regular. This will help her feel comfortable with her periods and avoid embarrassment among her friends if she gets her period in school.
Conclusion
The first period can be a challenging and confusing time for young girls. As parents, it is important to provide support and guidance to help them navigate this new experience. One way to do this is by preparing a starter kit with essential items such as pads, liners and pain relief medication.
Additionally, taking the time to have open and honest conversations about menstruation can help to alleviate any anxieties or fears your daughter may have. By being proactive and providing the necessary resources and education, you can help your daughter feel more confident and prepared as she enters this new phase of life.
Be your daughter’s best friend; guide her as she steps into womanhood!
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