You really want to make this the best, most positive experience you can for your child. But you're not alone if you feel awkward discussing intimate topics. This part of the site gives you a complete overview of the physical and emotional changes associated with menstruation and puberty, and gives you some tips to use when you give her "the talk". After you read this section, you can review the It's a Girl Thing® sections of the site with her. It will help her understand the facts about all the fascinating stuff that happens inside her body- and out- during puberty.

Remember the most important thing is to convey a good comfort level with the topic and reinforce the normalcy of the process. If you feel comfortable, your daughter will too!

growing day by day a note about body image this is it! period! physical changes during puberty emotional issues of growing up

engaging girls in "the talk" a field guide to feminine protection for further reading