Beginning at age 11 and up to 15 years, your daughter will be part of an event for which you, as a mother, you have to prepare ahead. First period not overlooked at all. It requires you to tell them in advance about this, so she will not be taken by surprise or even frightened.

Speak openly with her about all the signs that appear before the menstrual cycle, about the use of pads and tampons, and about intimate during the 3-7 days of menstruation.

PMS

In the days before the first menstruation, your daughter may have abdominal or back pain, may be more agitated, increases susceptibility of breast and, often, increased acne can be a clear sign.
In emotionally, your daughter will pass easily from one state to another. What happens these days it is nothing but the so-called premenstrual syndrome.

The first leak

When the cycle begins, the young woman will notice a spot of blood on underwear or when urinating. In the early days, there will be only some small leaks, but this does not mean it will not increase further, following its late menstrual period. At first can be brown color, because then turn to bright red.

Pads and tampons

It is preferable to be discussed before what tampons are useful for your daughter and how to use them. Tampon is inserted into the vagina and are useful when swimming or other physical activities.
And, to defy one of the myths about vaginal swabs, you should know that they are not dangerous for the hymen, so do not affect virginity.

Pad are adhesive and stick to your underwear.
Be careful and tell her to change them regularly, even if the flow is not abundant.

Menstrual hygiene
A shower with soap and water or a neutral pH for intimate hygiene product. No need for vaginal washes and are not recommended – the vagina is naturally clean.