Here is a sample script of how I like to explain getting a period to tweens, along with some non-toxic suggestions for a tween gift basket.

“Each month something called the placenta builds up inside of you to help feed a baby. When there is no baby, the placenta comes out of you. It does not hurt when you’re bleeding. Whenever you have any questions, always come to me and ask. I’ve put together a little bag for you to put in your backpack in case you get your period at school and I am not there. You can put the period underwear on and there will also be an extra pair of leggings in case you need them. If for some reason the underwear is not there, there are organic pads that go on your underwear that you can use. I will show you how to use them.”

If your child asks you a question and you don’t know the answer in the moment, you may always say: “That’s a great question. Let me think about it and I’ll get back to you.” See my highlights on where babies come from and period talk for more.

Here are my suggestions for a non-toxic tween gift basket.

@just.ingredients deodorant (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)
@just.ingredients lotion (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)
@livinglibationsofficial sea buckthorn oil moisturizing cleanser
@joshrosebrook organic cotton washcloths
@shoplilova underwear (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)
@get_rael organic pads
@livinglibationsofficial eye shadow and blush and Living Libations Ruby Juice
@ogee lipstick
@primallypure lip balm (use code DRORGANICMOMMY10)
@sienna.co Byron Bay nail polish and nail polish remover
@under_luna shampoo and conditioner
@aleaviaskincare body wash (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)

@ancient.minerals magnesium bath flakes

@preserveproducts razor @ hannismooth razor

NOTE: these are not included in the video, but N included them in her list.

@livinglibationsofficial toothbrush

@feedyourgoodguys toothpaste

@slateflosser flosser (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)