46. Bloody Awesome Periods!

How can we be more positive about puberty and other growing up challenges? One way is to  listen to this week’s episode of the Puberty Prof’s podcast!

Episode #46 includes Dr. Reichel talking with Caitlin McGuire about celebrating changes, especially first periods. Caitlin is the person behind Bloody Awesome and the Bloody Awesome Box for menstrual cycles, and, as you will hear in this episode, an enthusiastic supporter of celebrating life events!

To learn more about Caitlin and celebrating first periods go to https://www.iambloodyawesome.com

Want to talk about puberty and other growing up topics with someone yet don’t know how to start? Check out the TALK Puberty app ! This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort level. Sections include: Basic Questions About Puberty, Questions About Most Girls, Questions About Most Boys, Other Questions Children Often Ask, and Open-Ended Questions.

Another resource that can provide you with more information for what questions children might ask is the book Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty . This book is the recipient of the Mom’s Choice Gold Award, the B.R.A.G. Medallion Medal, and the Wishing Shelf Bronze Award.