Tween (or Pretween) First Period Essentials

There comes a time in every girl's life when we, you know, have that time of the month for the first time. That is right, we are talking about how to prepare your child for her period. "Woah! Hold on... I am not ready for that right now... I have years until then" you may think but time as you know it goes in a blink of an eye. I looked back at baby pictures and can't believe how time just flew by to now my son is a toddler.

So let's be real, this is an awkward time for everyone (more so single parent dads lol) and yet this idea may just give you the extra strength needed to help!

My First Period Story

Now, I am not here to go into the details about my first time, however, it is what my mom did for me is what I truly remember. Since I was not feeling well, my mom let me stay home from school, bought me snacks and went to Blockbusters (if you are a teenager right now, it was back when there was no DVDs or BlueRay or iPods) I ate snacks and watched movies all day then went back to school the next day. That is my story, however, you can bet there are better or even worse stories than mine.

Why This Idea?

Today things are different, my little sister (who is 12 and with autism mixed with extreme high anxiety) can't mentally handle this huge change. It can be so scary especially if this is your first time. You are going to wonder about things. So, I had to approach this a different matter (aka without talking about it) I really had to make this welcome pack (aka the first-period kit) very simple and sweet all while being very last minute.

Although, I am talking about my sister, if you are a mom (or even a dad) this topic can be very awkward or easy to talk about. This kit only makes things easier and a smooth tradition.

First Period Kit Guide

It is true that there are many first period kits out there, however, to me, handpicking items that cater to my child (or in this case my sister) has a more personal touch than simply buying a kit. I am going to show you what I created for my sister.

Step 1-

I bought this from Micheal's Craft Store for $1.99

Step 2-

Next, I bought pads, (*note to dads, its is the one with the words tween on it*) a favorite snack and stuffed animal. 

I thought this U by Kotex Tween was a smart pack for beginners since it had both pads and liners.

Snacks Ideas-

Snacks are always a great addition to a gift or surprise while some like me love sweets, others like salty treats such as my sister. Yummy! If you're not too sure, you might want to go for the classic chocolate or get all three!

Stuff Animals-

Those eyes are just too cute! Stuffed animals will help comfort any pain or worry.

Step 3-

Now simply add it inside!

Step 4-

Of course, I had to take this up a step further. I had these labels that I bought from Micheal's Craft Store a while back and thought I could use them here for a positive board. No one feels these best the first time so have encouraging words really helps boost the mood and writing them in nice colourful colours are a nice touch.

I borrowed my mom's Chalk Board marker that I also got from Micheal's Craft Store and thought I would keep the positive and encouraging words going!

List of other things you could add:

Movie

Letter

Novel

Advil or Tylenol

Final Thoughts

Whatever way you choose to do this, remember that this will stay with them for the rest of their lives. Your tween or tween will appreciate how you made them feel on that day. It is the efforts that we bring that leaves an impress even if they don't show it. Now if you need a little more help or just love a great freebie. I have an awesome checklist with more ideas.

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