Wednesday, December 7, 2022

5 Ways To Normalize Periods

**This post is sponsored by Organyc, but my opinions are my own** 


Look, I get it. Periods can be an uncomfortable topic. But it needs to be discussed openly so no one ever feels ashamed over a normal bodily function. I have always spoken honestly about periods with my daughter which is why she'll easily tell me if she has cramps or needs supplies. Here are tips on how to normalize periods. 


1. Talk about periods early on. I started speaking to my daughter about periods when she was 10. If you're uncomfortable with this, there are books and movies to help, but I found speaking honestly was beneficial. I explained the different pads she could use. Organyc is a great brand that completely respects females. 






2. Remind your child that you're always around if they have any questions. I'm always in shock when parents tell their kid that periods are a private matter. 


3. Yes, even discuss periods with boys. They should understand what women go through. I remember in 5th grade right before our puberty class that there was a boy who asked, "Why are we talking about the thing at the end of a sentence?" 





4. Have a period party! We did. I wrote about it here. It's a fun way to remind your daughter that it's a completely normal thing. 


5. Have quality supplies on hand. As I mentioned before, Organyc is a fabulous brand. They have clinically proven protection for sensitive skin. I always love a company that boasts respect and this one does--not only do they respect your body, but they also respect the Earth by using the quality materials. This includes a 100% organic cotton cover. 




As you see, there are pads that you can use depending on the flow. There's also tampons if you prefer those! 



You can buy Organyc and learn more about the company here


Did you grow up with periods being talked about openly? 






15 comments:

  1. I think informing boys about periods is so important! My son has asked questions because my daughter is always talking about it. I just want him to be aware and not think it's bad to talk about with me. He's curious and I'm okay with that.

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  2. I find it funny people freak out about periods, my mom included. I had no idea what a period was when I got mine, so I was totally blindsided and hated it. That won't happen with my daughter. She's almost 6 and has known about periods since she was 2 because she followed me to the bathroom all the time. She doesn't know more that it happens once a month or so, but I'm saving the details for when she's a little older. I definitely think it's important to normalize it.

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  3. Back in the day, this was such tabo to not talk about. So, of course, we all learned basically everything from others or "on the street". Thank you for letting talking to your kids.

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  4. Great tips for those that need this. I don't miss those days AT ALL! :)

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  5. This was a taboo topic when I was growing up. My daughter was expecting it though because I made sure she knew what was going to happen to her body from a young age.

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  6. I love this article. It is time that girls should not feel ashamed for having a period.

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  7. This is great info and should always be openly discussed!

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  8. It's definitely a topic that needs to be discussed more openly and normalized. It's sad to know that there are even many adults that still don't understand menstrual cycles and even shame people for experiencing them. It's already anxiety-inducing enough, and it shouldn't be!

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  9. I am so glad that we are now having open discussion about periods. These products look awesome for my neices.

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  10. 2020 I had the heaviest and craziest of periods but thankfully they are good now. I honestly had such a bad one March 2020.... everything had shut down with Covid and if that had not happened it was so bad I probably would have got to the hospital for it. I am getting close to menopause so that probably has something to dm with it too. I appreciate your tips here!

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  11. This is a great topic, periods need to be normalized for both girls and boys, it is a natural thing no one should be weirded out by

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  12. I talked with my daughters about periods at early age. And it helped a lot. We are still talking about it and I try to help them to feel comfortable always!

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  13. This is a really great article and a nice topic to talk about. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

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  14. It is good to have those lines of communication open. I know that some kids don't even know what is happening when they get their period!

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  15. Interesting. Never thought of a period party.

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