pronounced men-ar-kee, the time when a female has her first period

when the gap between menstruation (periods) is less than 21 days or more than 35 days

a strong feeling when someone thinks that they are bad or wrong, and worries that others will judge them

Menstruation and my emotions

RSHE (PSHE)

Menstrual health

Managing menstruation

This unit provides essential information about menstrual health and wellbeing. Pupils learn what menstruation is, how to manage periods, understand the emotional changes that can occur, and know when to seek professional support.

Our changing bodies: What do I need to know about menstruation?

Physical illness or injury, medical procedures, blood.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of sex or sexual body parts, including sex education.

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

Some females experience a change in their {{}} and moods a few days before their period.

Which of the following might help someone to cope with mood changes before a period?

the time when a female has her first period

changes in emotions, mood and physical sensations before a period

when the gap between periods is less than 21 days or more than 35 days

Match the following words to the definition.

False - periods are a natural part of growing up.

True - people shouldn't discuss periods openly.

Menstruation or having periods is dirty and shameful.

asking questions and wanting to learn the facts about periods

pulling faces to show disgust when a person mentions periods

hiding menstrual products at the bottom of a bag

Which of these are period positive behaviours or attitudes?

Menstrual products are either {{}} or reusable.

External menstrual products are worn {{}} the body.

If disposable menstrual products are flushed away in toilets, they could ...

the menstrual products their friends wear

The menstrual product a female chooses to wear should be determined by ...

Menstruation and my emotions

Lesson outcome

Content guidance