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Notes for a Girl Growing Up

A friendly guide to help you understand what is happening in your body and how to take care of yourself.

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Understanding your body should not feel scary

Your period is a normal part of growing up. This page is here to make things easier. You will find clear explanations, facts, and simple guidance you can trust.

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Understanding your cycle

A simple look at what happens inside your body each month.

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Period products

Pads, tampons, cups, reusable pads, and period underwear explained in simple terms.

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Myths and facts

Clear explanations that help you tell truth from common misunderstandings.

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Health signs

How to know when something is normal and when you should get help.

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Tracking with Asele

How to follow your period, mood, and symptoms in an easy way.

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Advice from older women

Warm notes from women sharing what they wish they knew at fifteen.

Who this is for

Girls and teens who want to understand their period.
Parents, aunties, teachers, and guardians can also use this guide to support younger girls in their lives.

Partners

This guide is supported by brands and organisations that care about girls and women’s health.

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Leave a message for girls growing up

This guide includes short notes from women who remember what it felt like to grow up with questions and uncertainty.
If you’d like, you can leave a message for a girl who is just starting her journey.

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