Going through puberty can be awkward and confusing for tweens. Thank goodness for puberty books for tweens written by folks who are way smarter than me about the topic! As a parent, I always want to make sure my kids have accurate information about the changes happening in their bodies. Back in my day, puberty…
Tag: period health
Teaching Your Teen How To Use Tampons
Teaching your teen how to use tampons can seem like a very daunting task. Not only do you have to talk her through the ickiness of manhandling tampons, you have to assure her that the entire thing is perfectly normal. Fortunately, there are so many tampon options available for teens now, that the technical part…
What To Eat When Your Period Is On
Something happens when my period comes on. All I want is to eat greasy, sugary food and watch crappy reality television. It’s normal to have these types of cravings, but while junk food (and toxic TV) feels comforting when I’m menstruating, I know that it’s not the best thing for me. Snacks filled with sugar…
Celebrate Your Daughter With a First Period Kit for Tweens
As parents, we want to gently guide our daughters through important moments like getting their first period. While you can absolutely make your own first period kit, purchasing a pre-made one can be a great way to celebrate this occasion. A ready-to-go kit shows your tween that you care and want to remove any anxiety…
Looking For Cute Period Pouches?
If I’ve learned nothing else in life, it’s always to have one of my (many) period pouches packed and ready. Whether I’m traveling the world or sticking close to home, if Aunt Flo decides to tag along, I’m prepared. My very first period kit was actually a pencil box. I stuffed two jumbo pads in…