A Girls Guide to Puberty

Description

With the help of comics, real-life stories and inspiring quotes, girls will learn about body parts and how they will change, be guided into the world of periods, get tips on how to care for their body and emotions (including their brain) and develop a mindset for enjoying life now and into the future. It’s fun, engaging and purpose built for young minds aged 8 – 12.

Written by Michelle Mitchell, an Australian Author, Educator and Speaker, with over 25 years of experience in schools teaching sexual health.

SECTION 1: Talking to Adults — Who is a trusted adult – Choosing trusted adults – Feelings about puberty

SECTION 2: Puberty Basics — What is puberty? – When will it start? – What should I expect? – Stages of Puberty

SECTION 3: Hello Private Parts! — The inside bits – The outside bits – More about the Vagina, Ovaries and Uterus

SECTION 4: Body Changes — What changes will happen – Growth spurts – Breasts and nipples – Pubic hair – Even more hair – Curves – New feelings – Menstrual cycle (and periods)

SECTION 5: More About Periods — Your first period – About pads and tampons – Period tracking – The emergency period pack Handling leaks – Buying period essentials – Talking to dads about periods – Period pain and PMS – And more….

SECTION 6: About Boys’ Bodies — Basic changes boys go through – How to be a good friend to boys

SECTION 7: Looking After You — How to care for your changing body – Facts about pimples – About sleep, exercise and play – Protecting your body – Tricky questions

SECTION 8: Inside Your Brain — Brain changes – What this means for you – How parents can help – New friends and ideas – Liking someone – Bad hair days

SECTION 9: The Future — More conversations – Becoming an adult you – Puberty to-do list