mommyneedshelp
09-18-2003, 12:48 PM
I remember when I was in school we were given "starter kits" for our periods. They included information for girls, and samples of the different products on the market for a girls period. I have a daughter that is showing several signs of PMS, and I spoke to her pediatrician and they said it is probably that. Anyways I just thought it was really helpful when I got one, and would like to find one for her.
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brightstar
09-18-2003, 01:47 PM
I know Tampax used to have an 800 number that you could call and get product samples and informational pamphlets. I'm sure the other companies (Carefree, Kotex, etc.) do too.
Djin
09-18-2003, 02:29 PM
Why not talk to your daughter about it, instead of giving her a kit to use? Or are you talking about giving her a kit in conjunction with conversing with her? Either way, communication is the best thing.
Have you discussed sex with her yet? If not, perfect opportunity to do so!
Good luck!
Have you discussed sex with her yet? If not, perfect opportunity to do so!
Good luck!
Lanae
09-18-2003, 03:54 PM
I remember getting one of those kits when I was a young lady. I tried to find one this summer for my step daughter. I remember getting a lot of products from Stay-Free in my kit (LOL that I can remember). I looked up on the internet and found a number and called. They said that they discontinued those kits but have had a lot of requests for them. I did give her my address and she sent me some coupons in the mail. There is also an internet website for young ladies that is sponsered by Stayfree and ob tampons.
Hope this helps. Good luck to you.
Misty
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Me: 31 hx of endo, spondlyolithesis
Dh: 36 normal
TTC 16 months-natural
Lap#1 1990 endo stage 2
Lap#2 8/03 endo stage 2, adhesions, and bilateral cysts on fal. tubes.
Starting Clomid 100mg/d with IUI
Hope this helps. Good luck to you.
Misty
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Me: 31 hx of endo, spondlyolithesis
Dh: 36 normal
TTC 16 months-natural
Lap#1 1990 endo stage 2
Lap#2 8/03 endo stage 2, adhesions, and bilateral cysts on fal. tubes.
Starting Clomid 100mg/d with IUI
mlgable
09-19-2003, 02:47 AM
The girls do get some samples in school here but not sure if they do that where you live in sex education classes. Your best bet is to look up each feminine product company on the web and see what they offer and call if they don't list anything as most do have 800#. Also you need to sit down and discuss all of this with your daughter and let her know what is going on. You mentioned that you discussed it with her doctor but did you take your daughter along when you talked to the doctor? Keeping your daughter aware and informed is the best way to help her get through all these rough times.
mommyneedshelp
09-19-2003, 09:51 AM
Thank you for all of your help. I know some of you were concerned that I didn't discuss these things with my daughter. Please don't worry. We have talked several times about this and she seems to be doing great with it, actually better than I did my first time. We have a very open relationship. I was looking for the starter kit because it would let her dicide which products she was most comfortable with, especially with her being so little she will have to find a pad that works for her. I know sometimes when parents talk with kids they are a little intimidated to ask some questions, so I though reading material would help also. Anyways thanks again to all of you for your help on this.
mandawalker18
09-26-2003, 04:51 PM
I started my period at 11, so a period killed my tomboy days. I think it is great that you have an open relationship with your daughter.
if she uses pads that's great, but if she wants to use tampons, steer clear of tampax for her. i tried those around 13 or so and they were very painful. try playtex and kotex with her. playtex has something new in their box every month for teen girls just starting her period. also try like a wal-mart, or target they sometimes have a teen pack with a book etc for young girls.
i got my stepsister one over the summer when she started her period.
if she uses pads that's great, but if she wants to use tampons, steer clear of tampax for her. i tried those around 13 or so and they were very painful. try playtex and kotex with her. playtex has something new in their box every month for teen girls just starting her period. also try like a wal-mart, or target they sometimes have a teen pack with a book etc for young girls.
i got my stepsister one over the summer when she started her period.
LinseyM
09-26-2003, 05:03 PM
I am still kinda young, in my early 20's, so I remember these days well. My mom never talked to me about it, never about periods or sex. Sounds like you have a great relationship with your daughter and I think that is Wonderful! I really hope to someday be a mother like that. This is I think would be really neat. Buy a pretty container or basket that you think she would like. Fill it with pads, tampons, liners, maybe even some pretty panties. At the bottom, fold up some information (from the internet, from her doctor, or even a letter from you!) and put everything on top of it. When she starts her period, give her this basket as a "celebration" of her womanhood, but if she gets embarrassed or anything, just drop it at that and she can go through that stuff on her own. If not, help her go through it and explain the different stuff to her. You can even throw some extra treats in there for her (just little things-whatever you feel is appropriate for her) I have never heard of anyone doing this, but I just know that I would have enjoyed that so much more. When you are that age, a period isn't something you look forward to, but this way, it kind of brakes the ice for her. I remember back in the 80's watching the Cosby show when Rudy got her period. Claire Huxtable was so understanding and excited for her daughter. I really would of loved something like that. Hope this helps for you and keep us updated!
Djin
09-26-2003, 06:03 PM
Linsey, what a great idea! I'll keep that in mind for if I ever have a daughter!
PaNik5717
09-26-2003, 06:15 PM
Linsey, I think that's a great idea, too. My period wasn't a big deal when it happened. I just dug out the free samples I had gotten at school and used them. I wasn't excited or upset. It just felt normal. My mom knew to prepare me because her mom hadn't, but it wasn't a big rite of passage and it could be. My mom still buys me gifts for special occasions - like finals when I was in school, holidays, and now she makes me a beaded necklace each time I go to the doctor's office. A nice kit to help her relax and inform her - a personal one - would really make her feel special.
If you think she might have painful periods, maybe you can include the new sticky heat pads. They are perfect for wearing in public under her clothes.
If you think she might have painful periods, maybe you can include the new sticky heat pads. They are perfect for wearing in public under her clothes.
mandawalker18
09-27-2003, 12:12 PM
i was going to suggest that too, but wasn't sure how comfy you were doing that.
buy several things like comfy underwear, since when she starts her period, a few pairs are most likely going to be desroyed.
i would also recommend something like pamprin, i started taking stuff like that around my 3rd or 4th period to help me out with the pain and bloating.
good luck
buy several things like comfy underwear, since when she starts her period, a few pairs are most likely going to be desroyed.
i would also recommend something like pamprin, i started taking stuff like that around my 3rd or 4th period to help me out with the pain and bloating.
good luck