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PUBERTY
Pages 4 - 5:
JOURNEY TO WOMANHOOD
PERIOD
Pages 6 - 7:
COUNTDOWN TO THE BIG DAY
Pages 8 - 9:
KICK OFF THE CONVERSATION
Pages 10 - 11:
1ST PERIOD WITH CONFIDENCE
Pages 12 - 13:
KNOWING HER BODY
Pages 14 - 15:
TEEN MENSTRUAL CYCLES
Pages 16 - 17:
10 QUESTIONS EVERY GIRL ASKS
Pages 18 - 19:
TIPS FOR MUMS & DAUGHTERS
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Become your daughter’s number one supporter.
Compliment her often on her strengths and
achievements. Encourage her to make healthy
choices for her body. Be there to listen when
she needs to blow off some steam. If you help
keep her confident, she will strive!
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Let‘s admit it: we said “whatever” a gazillion times
when we were teens. So every time your darling rolls
her eyes, huffs in disapproval or makes a huge fuss ...
smile (best on the inside) and reco­gnise that she is
actually listening to what you are saying. Try not to
take it so personally and just be there for her when
she does need you.
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Girls go through many physical and emotional
changes during puberty. They have loads of
questions about their bodies and want answers,
but don’t always feel comfortable asking.
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Journey to womanhood
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Today she‘s feeling
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07
Countdown to the big day
The best time is now
Talking about body changes during puberty isn‘t a
one time gig. It‘s an open-ended conversation that
ideally starts before the first signs of puberty. One
thing we know for sure: it‘s never too early for a girl
to know more about her body and feel confident!
Stage 2
A girl’s first period, called the menarche (MEH-nar-kee),
usually happens between 11-13 years of age. However,
every girl’s body has its own schedule. You can expect
her first period about 2-3 years after the first signs of
puberty.
Mum’s Tip: Ease
Look for these signs!
Stage 1
Countdown to big day
Stage 3
her worries
Your pre-teen may be alarmed when she
discovers whitish discharge for the first time.
Reassure her that this is perfectly normal
Let her know she could get her period soon
Buy pantyliners to help her feel fresh
Breast buds
Breasts enlarge
Armpit hair
Growth spurt
Peak growth spurt
Menstruation
First pubic hair
Pubic hair darkens,
Growth slows down
Body odour
becomes curlier
Onset of adult breast
Vaginal discharge
Pantyliners protect your knickers and
help keep you feeling fresh all day
long. Check out our range at:
www.always-info.co.uk
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09
Kick off the conversation
Can’t seem to get that first conversation about
periods started? We’ve written the words for you.
Just choose one of the notes below that sounds
most like you. Write it down and sign it, then give
it to your daughter (or leave it where only she‘ll
be able to find it).
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Love Alw
Dear Daughter,
I really don‘t wan
t you to be
confused about ge
tting your
period - or afraid
to ask me
anything. So, ask
me whatever,
whenever you wan
t.
Love Always,
Mu m
PS: I will not frea
k out pinky promise!!!
Mu m
Mum’s Tip:
Best Times to Talk
Over a cup of tea…
take one to go and sit on a park bench
After shopping, if you have privacy.
In the car when you have
10 minutes alone
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11
1st Period with confidence
When the special day does arrive, like every mum,
you want your daughter to feel confident and happy.
You can help her feel more prepared by encouraging
her to always have a liner or pad with her, just in
case.
Always offers
ultra-thin pads and
liners that come
individually wrapped –
perfect for on the go!
Am I normal?
Girls want to know that they are normal. Be totally
upfront with your daughter and explain that periods
can vary in duration, flow, cramping and even
colour. Most importantly, let her know that there
is no reason for her to be worried!
Mum’s Tip:
Share your stories
A sure fire way to get your daughter‘s attention
is to share personal success stories of how you
mastered menstruation‘s challenges when you
were a teen.
Best stories to share:
• Managing periods while in school
• Your first time using a tampon
• What your mom forgot to tell you
about periods
A secret pouch that hides liners or pads will help
ease your daughter‘s worries about others
knowing she has her period. It should be super
small, super discreet and fit easily in her
backpack or handbag.
Keep the stories upbeat, mum! Your daughter
wants you cheering for her (not scaring her).
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13
K nowing her body
K nowing her periods
Your daughter will feel self-reliant and more secure
knowing when she will get her next period. It‘s
super easy and she can do it herself - all she needs
is a calendar.
3 Easy steps to track her cycle
1
Note the first day of her period on a
calendar. Mark every day thereafter
until the last day of menstruation. This lets
her know the average length of her period.
2
Count 28 days from the BEGINNING
of the last period. This is when she can
expect her next period. In the meantime,
she can continue having fun and stock up
on feminine protection products.
3
Repeat. With practice, your daughter
will notice a rhythm. Encourage her to
pay attention to hormonal body changes,
such as cramping, discharge and moods.
Check out our period calendar on
www.always -info.co.uk
If she knows when her period is,
she can always be prepared.
What is PMS?
Some women experience premenstrual syndrome it‘s a combination of symptoms prior to her period.
Headaches, cramps, bloating, skin problems and angry
outbursts can all be signs that she is struggling with
PMS. Don‘t worry, a few changes in her routine can
help relieve symptoms.
Mum’s Tip:
How to relieve PMS
Goodbye sugar and dairy. Hello to more
fruits and veggies!
Getting at least 9 hours sleep helps
level out moods
Exercise - not intense, just regularly. Dancing
and yoga are also great stress reducers.
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Teen menstrual cycles
Parenting requires you to be flexible and adjust to
suit the given moment. Funny enough, the same is
true with adolescent periods. Your daughter will
benefit from using a range of products according
to her menstrual flow and activities.
Intensity of menstrual flow
Days
Other ways. Other days.
Your daughter will most likely be curious about
tampons and pantyliners, yet too shy to ask.
Many girls start using Tampax tampons when they
go swimming and find them more comfortable
to wear when they are active on their period.
Always Dailies pantyliners protect knickers and will
help keep your daughter feeling fresh all day long.
TAMPAX
Daytime
“Invisible” period
protection
Day
Always Ultra
Normal
for
light days
Always Ultra
Normal Plus
with wings
for
moderate
flow
Always Ultra
Long
Always Ultra
Long Plus
with wings
for
moderate
flow
for
moderate
to heavy
flow
Night
Always Ultra
Night
for heavy
to very
heavy flow
at night
Always Ultra
Secure Night
for heavy
to very
heavy flow
at night
Your daughter might want to try different Always
pads to find out which one fits her best.
Mum’s Tip:
ALWAYS DAILIES
Daily - as needed
When she doesn’t
have her period, but
wants to feel fresh
Sa mple Day
Set aside some time at home to see and feel
different types of liners and pads. It will be
sooo much more comfortable for her at home
versus deciding in the store aisle!
• Determine her preferred product and length
• Pocket size products assure your daughter that
her period goes unnoticed by others
• Individually wrapped products are ideal
for on-the-go
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10 Questions every girl asks
Girls receive a lot of mixed messages and often
look to the period pros (like Mom) for advice.
Take her questions to heart and remember how
sensitive your daughter might be at this time.
She probably needed a lot of courage to ask
in the first place!
1. Will my period
hurt?
It‘s not so easy to remember
our first period pains (there‘s
another benefit of getting
older). Some girls feel normal,
while others have cramps. You
can offer to make your
daughter warm compresses
to help her, if needed.
3. Does chocolate
ease cramps?
Like mother, like daughter ...
she may reach for the chocolates and comfort foods during
menstruation. Dazzle her with
healthier alternatives like dark
chocolate and sparkling
water mixed with fresh
fruit juice.
2. Can I flush my
sanitary products?
Avoid your drains getting
clogged by teaching her to
never flush pads, liners or
tampons. She‘ll probably be
worried about being noticed
with wrappers, just reassure
her that all girls go through
the same thing.
4. How long does
a period last?
Your daughter‘s period will
probably last anywhere from 3
to 7 days, however everyone is
different. Most girls experience
heavy flow the first few days.
Afterwards, it becomes
lighter - liners are perfect
for these days.
5. Can I go swim­ming
during my period?
Girls need to know that they can
still do all the things they love
when they have their period. She
can absolutely swim during her
period by using a tampon. Check
out tampax.co.uk together for
insertion tips and more!
7. What is
dis­charge?
Adolescent girls are often
confused and embarrassed by
discharge. You can explain to
your daughter that discharge
is perfectly normal and healthy.
Wearing Always Dailies
pantyliners can help her feel
clean and fresh,
every day.
9. Will people notice
I have my period?
Just like most women, your
daughter may feel self-conscious
during her period, especially about
being noticed by others. Always
pads with leak guard protection and
odour neutralisation will help her
feel more confident.
6. Are tampons
comfortable?
Your daughter may feel more
comfortable wearing
“invisible”protection, like Tampax
tampons. When inserted
correctly, tampons do not hurt.
Let her know that with practice,
she will feel more comfortable
inserting a tampon.
8. Can I take a bath
during my period?
Moms, you know that a warm bath
can solve many problems! Plus,
good hygiene is essential for girls
during menstruation. Your daughter
may already be concerned about
odours, and rightfully so on average, women sweat
more during their
periods.
10. Do thicker
pads offer better
protection?
No - not always. Some pads (often
called “ultra” pads) are really thin, but
they are made with a super absorbent
core made of millions of gel granules
where the fluid is absorbed, so that
it hardly resurfaces. And because
they‘re thin, they‘re really
comfortable and
discreet too!
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Tips for Mu ms & Daughters
Give confidence
Connect
Your daughter wants
to know more about her
body and its changes.
Deepen your relationship
with open
communication.
Behind every confident
girl is a strong support
system. Let her know that
you are always there for
her and she
will succeed.
Celebrate
Puberty can be awkward,
but there is no reason to
hide. After all, it is your
daughter’s first step into
womanhood.