Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask about Periods Tricia Kreitman Fiona Finlay Rosemary Jones

Growing up may be normal but doesn't mean it's easy! Do you have a million questions about periods? Or can't you even bear to think about them? Talking about this subject can be really difficult - so here's a guide based on real questions, that thousands of real girls have already asked. Girls are maturing at a younger age and this book will be an invaluable guide for anyone from eight to eighteen. It covers: -How do you know when your periods are about to start? -What will it really be like? -Who do you tell? -What do you use? -Are you different once your periods start? -Common questions and problems, and much more. The authors have been listening to what girls really want to know for many years. Dr Fiona Finlay and Dr Rosemary Jones are both consultant paediatricians, and Tricia Kreitman is an experienced advice columnist. This eminently qualified trio have written a highly readable, accessible and reassuring guide, which has received the approval of the Family Planning Association. Provides information about all aspects of menstruation. Covers the changes of puberty, the physiology of menstruation, what to expect and how to cope with your period, and common period problems and suggestions on how to deal with them. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary. Starting your periods is an important part of being a girl, and it's great to be prepared. This book tells you everything you need to know and answers all the questions that thousands of real girls like you have asked