Boy does this bring back memories. My mom tried to tell me about my periods, but was very inept at it all. Her mom NEVER told her, her big sister had that job, and believe me, there was no real knowledge or teaching of anything except what to do and how to do it. I learned from my health class in junior high and from my friends. Unfortunately, I never learned to celebrate the fact that I became a woman, it was more of a dread to have it. I was totally opposite of my mom when it came to both my daughters. I was upfront, honest and as caring as possible. If I couldn't answer any of their questions, we found the answer together in books. I hope your time with your daughter goes well. You can turn things around so she doesn't have to feel the same way you did! Good Luck