I'm a Catholic mom, and my own preparation before my first period wasn't all that great.
But when I became a Natural Family Planning instructor over ten years ago, I began to realize that my experience wasn't unique!!
Women from all different backgrounds routinely told me, "I never learned this!" And there is SO MUCH we could teach our daughters about cycles and periods... but as a parent you start to wonder:
When should I teach it?
What is appropriate for her age and development level?
How could I teach all of this in a positive way, when my experience was full of embarrassment or shame?
Does my faith offer any guides for how to do this well?
PDF download, 24 pages
With this quick and easy download, Catholic parents can prepare OURSELVES for the start of our daughter's first period by:
➡️ learning the sequential signs of puberty for girls,
➡️ gleaning wisdom from both scientists AND Church leaders
➡️ thinking through education in age-appropriate stages
➡️ and grounding ourselves in the GOODNESS of our own bodies.
She's getting towards puberty age and you're wondering whether your daughter is ready to learn about periods (and what you might want to say to her!)
She's still young, you already know you've got some time before puberty hits, but want to feel ready-to-go when it's time!
You're not even necessarily thinking about talking to your own daughter, but you're wondering how period prep could be better, especially for Catholics who believe in the goodness of our bodies!
Get your copy today for only $7
contents
Introduction + Welcome Letter from Christina
Learning the Signs and Timeline of Puberty for Girls
Tips for Decreasing Anxiety through Preparation and Affirmation
Pacing Puberty Education through Teaching Her the Stages of Body Literacy
Beginning with Affirming the Goodness of YOUR body and your role as Primary Educator, Mom!
...Including valuable guidance from both medical research AND the Pontifical Council for the Family!
At Pearl & Thistle, our model of education relies on an incremental, age-appropriate approach! We respect the natural development of the child, rooted in the parent-child relationship.
We believe that it is possible to give our daughters accurate information about their changing bodies WITHOUT immediately including conversations about sex, marriage, and family planning.
And if you're not sure what that sort of education looks like, then this book is PERFECT for you!