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Information on puberty specifically for girls.
The Manitoba Breast Screening Program published a number of posters and brochures about breast health and self-examination. Included is their popular pamphlet, Finding Breast Cancer Early Could Save Your Life which you can download in 12 different languages including English, French, Chinese, Filipino, German, Hindi, Korean, Punjabi, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Urdu
Source: Cancer Care Manitoba
Using menstrual tampons or external protection is a personal decision. However, you should be aware that using tampons may expose you to certain health risks, including an increased risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome
Source: Health Canada
If you've just started having your period, congratulations! You have now officially joined the ranks of billions of girls around the globe who have entered puberty. Basically, getting your period signals that your reproductive system has finally kicked into gear. Here's what's happening.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
There are many different slang terms used to describe menstruation (a.k.a. your period). Getting your period is a totally healthy, normal part of your life cycle.
Source: The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
Answers to your 10 most common questions about this important step in your daughter's health...Read more
Source: Canadian Health Network
Answers to these frequently asked questions: How do I talk to my daughter about periods? How can I help her feel good about starting her period? What other kinds of things does my daughter need to know about periods? How can I help my daughter celebrate this important event?
Source: Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN)
It takes a few years for your body to adopt a regular pattern of menstruation, so don't be surprised if your own is a little off schedule right now. Find out more about the Menstural Cycle.
Source: The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
Find out what a pap smear is and download the 8 page pamphlet "What is a Pap Smear -- What Every Woman Should Know." It is available in 12 different languages including English, French, Chinese, Cree, German, Hindi, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Filipino and Vietnamese.
Source: Cancer Care Manitoba
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