{"id":7242,"date":"2017-06-30T07:41:15","date_gmt":"2017-06-30T14:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/10-things-we-wish-guys-knew-2\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T09:13:30","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T09:13:30","slug":"tee-daughter-wont-talk-about-her-period","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/tee-daughter-wont-talk-about-her-period\/","title":{"rendered":"Help! My Teen Daughter Won&#8217;t Talk to Me About Her Period"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; specialty=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;color:#333;&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; specialty_columns=&#8221;2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Help_Teen_Daughter_Wont_Talk_About_Her_Period_Blog_Post.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]We recently received a great question from a parent. Her question is so relatable, that we wanted to share it here! It\u2019s something every parent has felt in one way or another.<\/p>\n<p>Here was her message to us:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_font=&#8221;||on||||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px||10px||false|false&#8221;]Hello! So glad I found your website. I have two daughters. My first daughter entered puberty, and we talked and dealt pretty comfortably with it. My mistake was excluding my second daughter from those talks bcse I thought she wasn\u2019t ready. Boy was I wrong! Her period and physical development caught me off guard. She started at ten before I had a chance to talk with her. She was frightened and went through it all alone the first time. She has now built a \u201cwall\u201d and is hesitant to talk openly with me when I bring up anything to do with her period. I want openness between me, and my girls, something I never had with my own mother. I always thought I would be a \u201ccool\u201d mom. Can\u2019t believe I messed up so badly!! Any advice? Thanks![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]<!--more-->[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Phew \u2013 this one is a doozy, but oh-so-relatable, right? Parenting isn\u2019t easy \u2013 so here\u2019s our response:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_font=&#8221;||on||||||&#8221;]\u201cHi there,<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for reaching out to us! I first would like to commend you on your efforts to create an environment open to discussion for your daughters. Unfortunately, there is no instruction manual for how to be a perfect parent. Sadly, as onset puberty begins sooner and sooner, many parents have found themselves in your shoes. We are here to tell you: you are definitely not alone.<\/p>\n<p>While it is heartbreaking that many girls face this time in their lives alone, it\u2019s never too late to turn things around, even if it doesn\u2019t feel like it now.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of our top suggestions:[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/First_Period_Conversation_Pinterest_1.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]1. Be honest[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]If you haven\u2019t already, share with her exactly what you\u2019ve shared with me. That is a great start. Kids have a way of viewing parents as perfect, sometimes admitting that no one is perfect along with sharing from the heart can help open the door.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]2. Promote positivity[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Think of some ways to promote period positivity. This is where your unique understanding of your daughter will come in handy.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_check\">\n<li>You could find some cute cloth pads to give her in her favorite color<\/li>\n<li>You could make or purchase a cute <span style=\"color: #ec2288;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/period-kits\">period kit<\/a><\/span> for her to keep supplies in while at school or away from home to make her feel more confident<\/li>\n<li>Buy her a chocolate treat (or her favorite snack!) the next time she is on her period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]3. Don\u2019t be afraid[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Know that kids are always listening, even when you think they\u2019re not. Don\u2019t be afraid to talk to her even if she doesn\u2019t talk back.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]4. Keep it natural[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Look for ways to bring up the topic naturally, rather than sitting down for a formal conversation. Here are some great times to try this:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_check\">\n<li>When they talk about their friends. (Ask about their friend\u2019s experiences \u2013 sometimes it\u2019s easier to talk about other people)<\/li>\n<li>When you are watching TV or a movie and see a growing girl (Or,  better yet, if the show you are watching specifically talks about puberty\/periods)<\/li>\n<li>When  you are shopping, you could ask her thoughts about different products \u2013 kids love to feel that their opinions are valued.<\/li>\n<li>While you are driving in the car. (This can help since eye contact is not required.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>TIP: sometimes you can \u201cschedule\u201d these types of events to happen \ud83d\ude09<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]5. Stick to the facts[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Understand that even if you had spoken to your daughter prior to her starting, she still might not be the girl who wants to talk to her parents about it. Some girls prefer to seek out answers for themselves and keep pretty quiet about it. In this case, we recommend you steer her towards accurate information. Girls who do not have support often turn to peers. Unfortunately, this is usually not a very accurate source, and \u201cfacts\u201d learned here can cause unnecessary fear. Please know we try to keep all our content on www.bepreparedperiod.com PG and on the topic of puberty and menstruation only (no sex ed talk). We know girls of all ages seek answers online, and we want parents to feel comfortable sending their daughters to our site.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;#75c043&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;27px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||12px||false|false&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;font-weight:normal;&#8221;]6. Check in regularly[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.11&#8243;]Touching base regularly lets her know you are there if she needs you \u2013 even if she doesn\u2019t want to answer your questions. Doing this will build trust and show that you care. Many times, even girls that prefer to keep to themselves will open up here and there and ask questions when they arise. Ask questions like:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHow are things going \u2013 do you have any questions about your period?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAre you happy with the products you are using \u2013 would you like to try something else?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>I hope this helps! Please let me know if there is anything else we can help you with.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>_<\/p>\n<p>If you relate to this mother, have no fear. You are not alone \u2013 and there are tons of resources and support available to you. This is not an easy time, but it can be a time of growth and bonding for you and your daughter. Our First Period Kits are a fantastic place to start. Not only do they come with every product your daughter needs to feel ready, but they also come with two free guides: one for you, and one for her. These guides are fantastic conversation starters, and cover tons of helpful information from puberty to periods, and beyond. Plus, if you find that your daughter is still a little uncomfortable discussing these subjects with you, you can rest assured knowing that she\u2019s getting the proper information she\u2019ll need to feel comfortable and confident.<\/p>\n<p>Do YOU have a question to ask us? We\u2019re all ears! Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/\">PeriodTalk Q&amp;A forum<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/contact-us\/\">shoot us a message<\/a>. 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Her question is so relatable, that we wanted to share it here! It\u2019s something every parent has felt in one way or another. Here was her message to us:Hello! So glad I found your website. I have two daughters. My first daughter entered puberty, and we [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" specialty=\"on\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" custom_margin=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_css_main_element=\"color:#333;\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_3\" specialty_columns=\"2\" _builder_version=\"3.25\" custom_padding=\"|||\" custom_padding__hover=\"|||\"][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Help_Teen_Daughter_Wont_Talk_About_Her_Period_Blog_Post.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]We recently received a great question from a parent. Her question is so relatable, that we wanted to share it here! It\u2019s something every parent has felt in one way or another.\n\nHere was her message to us:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" custom_padding=\"10px||10px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" text_font=\"||on||||||\"]Hello! So glad I found your website. I have two daughters. My first daughter entered puberty, and we talked and dealt pretty comfortably with it. My mistake was excluding my second daughter from those talks bcse I thought she wasn\u2019t ready. Boy was I wrong! Her period and physical development caught me off guard. She started at ten before I had a chance to talk with her. She was frightened and went through it all alone the first time. She has now built a \u201cwall\u201d and is hesitant to talk openly with me when I bring up anything to do with her period. I want openness between me, and my girls, something I never had with my own mother. I always thought I would be a \u201ccool\u201d mom. Can\u2019t believe I messed up so badly!! Any advice? Thanks![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Phew \u2013 this one is a doozy, but oh-so-relatable, right? Parenting isn\u2019t easy \u2013 so here\u2019s our response:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_font=\"||on||||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\u201cHi there,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us! I first would like to commend you on your efforts to create an environment open to discussion for your daughters. Unfortunately, there is no instruction manual for how to be a perfect parent. Sadly, as onset puberty begins sooner and sooner, many parents have found themselves in your shoes. We are here to tell you: you are definitely not alone.\n\nWhile it is heartbreaking that many girls face this time in their lives alone, it\u2019s never too late to turn things around, even if it doesn\u2019t feel like it now.\n\nHere are some of our top suggestions:[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=\"1_2,1_2\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_column_inner type=\"1_2\" saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/First_Period_Conversation_Pinterest_1.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=\"1_2\" saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_text_color=\"#75c043\" text_font_size=\"27px\" custom_margin=\"||12px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_css_main_element=\"font-weight:normal;\"]1. Be honest[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]If you haven\u2019t already, share with her exactly what you\u2019ve shared with me. That is a great start. Kids have a way of viewing parents as perfect, sometimes admitting that no one is perfect along with sharing from the heart can help open the door.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_text_color=\"#75c043\" text_font_size=\"27px\" custom_margin=\"||12px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_css_main_element=\"font-weight:normal;\"]2. Promote positivity[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Think of some ways to promote period positivity. This is where your unique understanding of your daughter will come in handy.\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_check\">\n \t<li>You could find some cute cloth pads to give her in her favorite color<\/li>\n \t<li>You could make or purchase a cute <span style=\"color: #ec2288;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/period-kits\">period kit<\/a><\/span> for her to keep supplies in while at school or away from home to make her feel more confident<\/li>\n \t<li>Buy her a chocolate treat (or her favorite snack!) the next time she is on her period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" custom_margin=\"0px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||||false|false\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_text_color=\"#75c043\" text_font_size=\"27px\" custom_margin=\"||12px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_css_main_element=\"font-weight:normal;\"]3. Don\u2019t be afraid[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Know that kids are always listening, even when you think they\u2019re not. Don\u2019t be afraid to talk to her even if she doesn\u2019t talk back.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_text_color=\"#75c043\" text_font_size=\"27px\" custom_margin=\"||12px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_css_main_element=\"font-weight:normal;\"]4. Keep it natural[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Look for ways to bring up the topic naturally, rather than sitting down for a formal conversation. Here are some great times to try this:\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n<ul class=\"bullets_wrapper_check\">\n \t<li>When they talk about their friends. (Ask about their friend\u2019s experiences \u2013 sometimes it\u2019s easier to talk about other people)<\/li>\n \t<li>When you are watching TV or a movie and see a growing girl (Or,  better yet, if the show you are watching specifically talks about puberty\/periods)<\/li>\n \t<li>When  you are shopping, you could ask her thoughts about different products \u2013 kids love to feel that their opinions are valued.<\/li>\n \t<li>While you are driving in the car. (This can help since eye contact is not required.)<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>TIP: sometimes you can \u201cschedule\u201d these types of events to happen \ud83d\ude09<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" text_text_color=\"#75c043\" text_font_size=\"27px\" custom_margin=\"||12px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_css_main_element=\"font-weight:normal;\"]5. Stick to the facts[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Understand that even if you had spoken to your daughter prior to her starting, she still might not be the girl who wants to talk to her parents about it. Some girls prefer to seek out answers for themselves and keep pretty quiet about it. In this case, we recommend you steer her towards accurate information. Girls who do not have support often turn to peers. Unfortunately, this is usually not a very accurate source, and \u201cfacts\u201d learned here can cause unnecessary fear. Please know we try to keep all our content on www.bepreparedperiod.com PG and on the topic of puberty and menstruation only (no sex ed talk). 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Please let me know if there is anything else we can help you with.\u201d\n\n_\n\nIf you relate to this mother, have no fear. You are not alone \u2013 and there are tons of resources and support available to you. This is not an easy time, but it can be a time of growth and bonding for you and your daughter. Our First Period Kits are a fantastic place to start. Not only do they come with every product your daughter needs to feel ready, but they also come with two free guides: one for you, and one for her. These guides are fantastic conversation starters, and cover tons of helpful information from puberty to periods, and beyond. Plus, if you find that your daughter is still a little uncomfortable discussing these subjects with you, you can rest assured knowing that she\u2019s getting the proper information she\u2019ll need to feel comfortable and confident.\n\nDo YOU have a question to ask us? We\u2019re all ears! 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