Created by School Health Team Created March 2023 Last Reviewed October 2023 Giggling is okay Be respectful Everyone is learning ask questions Discuss puberty topics responsibly outside the classroom ID: 1043865
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1. Menstruation and Self CareCreated by: School Health TeamCreated: March 2023Last Reviewed: October 2023
2. Giggling is okayBe respectfulEveryone is learning, ask questions!Discuss puberty topics responsibly outside the classroomClass Guidelines
3. What is puberty?Time of change from child to adultPhysical changesEmotional changesThe body becomes fertile
4. When does puberty start and why?Puberty begins when youth are between 8-15 years oldThe brain sends a signal to the reproductive organs to produce hormones
5. Person with a penisPerson with a vulvaTestosteroneEstrogen
6. Person with a vulvaLabiaUrethral OpeningVaginal OpeningAnusClitoris
7. Person with a vulvaOvariesFallopian tubesUterusCervixVagina
8. What changes can happen to a person with a vulva?Estrogen causes:Breasts and nipples to get largerHips to get wider and more curvyMenstruation (period) to start
9. What is menstruation (a period)?A person who has a vulva and a uterus will begin to get a periodBlood and tissue leave the body through the vaginaHappens about every monthLasts 5-7 days
10. Person with a vulvaMenstruation Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXrQ_FhZmos
11. When do most periods start?Periods start for most people with a vulva and a uterus when they are between 10-15 years oldEvery body has its own scheduleSome clues that it will start soon:Often periods start about 2 years after breasts start to developSome people have vaginal discharge (sort of like mucus) that can be seen or felt on the underwear. This discharge usually begins about 6 months to a year before the first period starts.
12. How often do periods come?Periods may not come on a predictable schedule when they beginAfter 2-3 years, periods come more regularly, they should come every 3-5 weeks
13. How long do periods last?Periods usually last 5-7 daysSometimes they are shorter or can last longer
14. Period TrackingApps can track when your period starts and endsTracking can help predict when your period is going to comeExamples:FloClueFemm
15. Menstrual ProductsUsed to catch blood and discharge keeping underwear cleanPantyliners/Menstrual padsTamponsMenstrual cupsMenstrual underwear
16. Menstrual ProductsAll menstrual products need to be changed every couple hours to prevent infections
17. Disposing of Menstrual productsWrap soiled tampons or pads in toilet paper before placing in the garbageNever flush tampons, pads or applicators down the toiletLook for small garbage containers in the bathroom stall
18. How much blood is there?Usually only a few tablespoons of blood and discharge is released during a periodA pad or tampon usually needs to be changed 3-6 times per dayThe heaviness of period flow varies from person to person
19. Will I have periods for the rest of my life?Periods usually stop around age 45-early 50’s. After periods stop, this is called menopause. Periods do not occur during pregnancy.
20. Periods may cause:Breast tenderness or painPeriod CrampsAches or cramps in the lower part of your bellyBackacheAche along your inner thighPre-Menstrual Syndrome(PMS) - not everyone experiences thisFeeling swollen, headaches, acne, abdominal cramps, tired, sad, and irritable
21. Managing Period SymptomsBe physically active Go for a walk, swim, bike or play your favourite sport.Take a warm bathPlace a warm heating pad or hot water bottle on your abdomenEat a variety of foods every dayHave a sleep routine
22. Period Self-CareReading a favourite bookListening to musicMoving your body/stretchingWearing cozy socks or clothesSpending time with friends or familyWhat brings you comfort?
23. Choosing Food with IronIron helps to build red blood cellsMeat, poultry, fishEggs Beans, peas, lentils, tofuSome vegetables such as spinach and beetsSome whole grains like quinoa, whole oats and whole grain breadNuts, seeds and some dried fruit
24. Period Prep KitHygiene productsHand sanitizerExtra underwearBag for soiled underwear
25. FeelingsEveryone has different feelings during puberty…this is completely normal!What are some of the feelings you might experience?
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27. Where can you get more information?Parents or other family membersOther trusted adults (teachers)Health professionals
28. Questions?