Hi nineten

My mom was straightforward with me about menstruation and puberty. She told me exactly what was happening to my uterus & ovaries (I'm sure I dont have to fill you in) and she demonstrated how to use a tampon (with her clothes on!)......and told me what to expect.......how often to change the tampon or maxi pad........to drink lots of water.....tylenol for pain...that it is a normal healthy process for my body. She later went out and got me chocolates and my fave magazines........and then called up her Mom and told her "Pilatus" is a woman now....... .