How do I explain about sanitary napkins to my daughter aged 10 yrs?
Well, first you need to explain the cycle of menstruation and what changes her body will undergo. Being that at first her periods may not be regular it is time to start carrying a purse or keeping a few pads at school in her locker if she has one. I bought a package and showed her what they looked like. Also, I let my daughter know that each womans flow is different and they make different thickness of pads to correspond. You may want to purchase several types to keep on hand- it should say on the front of the package what thickness corresponds to the type of flow. And overnight pads which are longer and save you from accidents at night. And some are scented and some are not. I did not like the scented ones and neither did my daughter. And make sure she knows it is okay to shower or at least rinse her private areas during her period so there is no odor. I know how you feel! I am a single mom and had to buy a jock strap for my son and explain what “wet dreams” are. But just be matter of
