How should you prepare for your first periods? If you are also a parent of a daughter, then you must read this news

News Topical, Digital Desk : Although the normal age for menstruation is 12 to 15 years, but this age has now come down to 9 to 10 years. In such a situation, it is very important for girls to have information related to menstruation from an early age.

The school plays its role in this but parents also need to prepare their daughters in advance. Let us know what kind of products should be used in the first period and how to take care of oneself.

Start with the pad

Most girls find pads easy and comfortable to use. Here are some reasons why it's a good idea to start with pads:

• It is easy to use
•  They do not need to be inserted like tampons or  menstrual cups
• It comes in many sizes according to the body type. Many brands even make pads specifically for teenagers.

keep these things in mind

• If you are starting with pads, teach them to stick the pad on their underwear. Start practicing this before their first period.
• Use only organic cotton pads that do not contain any fragrance, dye or chlorine bleach.

Panty liners are also useful

•  These can prove to be very useful when symptoms of the first  period appear.
• Can also be used for light discharge between periods.
• They are smaller and thinner than regular pads, so they are easier to carry.

Period Underwear

These look like normal underwear, but have layers. Girls like to use it in the initial phase of periods. There is no need to stick a pad in it. It can be worn even on days with low flow.

Tampons and menstrual cups are good for activity

There is no set age for using them. If your daughter is ready for them from her first period, then both of these are good options. These are perfect for girls who actively participate in activities like swimming, dancing or sports. Both of these require insertion, so before using them, talk to a doctor or read the instructions written on the product packet.

Period kit for school should be like this

When going to school during periods, keep a small period kit in their bag, which should contain the following things:-

• 2-3 pads
• 2 panty liners
• a pair of clean underwear
• sealable plastic bags
• A small pouch that can fit in the school bag
• Leave the kit in her bag even after her period arrives

Keep track of your period

• Tracking your baby's periods after her first period will help you understand her body, you will be able to know the date of her next period and it will also be easy to talk to a doctor if needed.
• To keep track of your periods, you can use a calendar or a specially designed app.
• You can note the date of start and end of period and symptoms.

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