Video
Understanding your first period
Available in french only － Watch this video to better understand how your body works when your first period arrives.
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3 min 27 sec
Description
Please note: this resource is available in French only.
This video is intended for young girls who have had, or will soon have, their first period. It clearly explains what menstruation is and raises awareness of the changes that come with it.
You will also learn why cycles can be irregular at first. This information will help you better prepare for these physical changes. Professional advice is recommended if you have concerns about your development.
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Why this resource was selected
Understand how the body works when periods begin.
Identify why the first menstrual cycles are often irregular.
Get reference points on the duration and frequency of bleeding.
Learn more to better prepare for the physical changes of adolescence.
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