Introduction The age at which girls get their first period (menarche) has been steadily declining over the past few decades. Today, it’s not uncommon for girls as young as 8 or 9 to begin menstruating, a trend that’s even more pronounced among minority and low-income communities. Yet, in most schools, menstruation education isn’t introduced until middle school—often too late for many. This leaves young girls grappling with profound physical, emotional, and social changes with little guidance ...

Why Early Menstruation Education Matters: Supporting Girls With the Period Prep Workshop