Talking About Periods: It is necessary to talk openly on periods so that daughters understand the changing body and become confident. Break tabu, talk at the right time, create a comfortable atmosphere and inform sensitivity.
Daughter Period Guidance: My daughter is going to be 10 years old and I know that she will start periods soon. When I was in 8th class, I came to periods for the first time. But at that time the mother did not tell me anything about it, due to which it became difficult to understand and handle. Now it is my daughter’s turn, but I feel ashamed and hesitant to talk about it openly about it. Even after trying several times, I am not able to start. This is to say of Rohini, who is a housewife living in Madhya Pradesh. There are many mothers like Rohini, who could not talk to their daughters in time. In such a situation, the question arises whether it is necessary to talk openly about this when the daughter grows up? And if yes, then how? Let’s know in detail.
Even today, there are taboos about periods in our society. We do not openly talk about this. But a mother needs to be open with it. It is very important to give the right information to daughters about periods. If she already knows about it, then she can handle it correctly. She is able to connect with her new body.
Do not let the tabu be born inside the daughter with periods
In a society in which women have to hide the pain and stains of periods, if your daughter sees her, she will do the same, which will continue to disturb her mental. She will not be able to be comfortable in front of her brothers during periods. Will not go close to father. So before the period starts, tell them what changes are going to happen in their body in the coming time. They should not add it with embarrassment at all, for this a mother must be aware.
How to start the basic thing about periods
Break tabu: The period is a natural and normal and healthy process. Every woman has to go through it. Despite this, in many societies, this subject is related to a sense of hesitation and shame. But do not hesitate with your daughter and talk while breaking the tabu. Talk to this from one to two years before the daughter arrives at periods.
Effect of first experience: If the first period experience is not in details and sympathetic, then it can affect the girl’s confidence and understanding for a long time.
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Simple tips for mother
Without hesitation, simple conversation: Explain the subject in a scientific, accessible and factual way. For example, you can tell that it is part of physical growth and hormonal changes
Do not start the conversation: Usually girls have the first period between the ages of 9 and 15, and it often starts two years after the development of breasts. As soon as other changes (such as pubic hair, mood swings, pimples etc.), start this conversation at the same time
Choose time and atmosphere: Choose a cool, comfortable and private place for conversation, where the child does not feel any obstacle or shame. Apart from this, you should also share your experience with them.
Clear and sensitive conversation: Answer your questions with ease and sympathy. With informative and clear conversation, the girl can handle her period experience with confidence. Tell the daughters that if they get periods in the school, do not hesitate and go to the female teacher and tell about it.
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