[header] How to talk to your daughter about her period [title] Plan ahead to have the talk early. [step] On average, girls begin menstruating between 12 and 13, but some may start much earlier or possibly later. Consider your daughter's age and tell her casually that you'd like to have a conversation about health and our bodies. 
[title] Practice what you plan to say with a partner or friend. [step] Knowing what information you intend to share ahead of time is important to avoid uncomfortable moments for both of you.