The Menarche Workshop

Join us for The Menarche Workshop, a two-hour interactive educational workshop designed especially for caregivers and their children! Join us for The Menarche Workshop, a two-hour interactive educational workshop designed especially for caregivers and their children, ages 8-12! This special workshop is open to ALL genders, whether you get a period or not :-) Dads and big brothers are welcome to join too! All participants will receive a shared goodie bag and educational resources to take home. This engaging session provides families with empowering, age-appropriate knowledge about the menstrual cycle and the onset of puberty. Through hands-on activities, open discussions, and practical tips, parents and kids will gain a solid understanding of what to expect, how to manage symptoms, and how to support each other in creating a positive approach to menstruation. Your child deserves to feel confident, knowledgable, and supported as they enter this new stage of growth. The Menarche Workshop offers a safe, nurturing space to learn together, ask questions, and build a foundation for open conversations around puberty and menstruation. Take a look at our agenda below: Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes) • Overview of the workshop goals • Setting a respectful and open environment Understanding Menarche: The Basics (15 minutes) • What is menarche, and why does it happen? • Introduction to the menstrual cycle in a child-friendly, easy-to-understand way • Physical and emotional changes to expect before menarche Menstrual Health 101 (15 minutes) • Exploring products: pads, tampons, menstrual cups • Tips on managing periods, hygiene, and self-care • Addressing common myths and misconceptions Supporting Each Other: Parent & Child Discussion (20 minutes) • Guided activities and open Q&A for parents and children • How to communicate positively about menstruation and puberty • Emphasizing empathy, support, and respect Interactive Activity: Building a Period Kit (30 minutes) • Assembling a simple, personalized period kit to take home • Tips for parents on preparing their kids for their first period Closing & Resources for Further Learning (As long as we need!) • Wrap-up and reflection activity • Providing additional resources for parents to continue the conversation at home • Q&A Empower your child and yourself with confidence, knowledge, and support as they enter this new stage of growth. Let’s create a journey marked by understanding, self-care, and mutual respect! *By registering you understand and accept that you and your child(ren) may be in photos and videos will be taken at this event. Please let our team know if you prefer not to be included in photos or videos!