My mom does not want to answer her so. She told my sister to ask me about it what should I do. My sister knows some things but I don't know what to tell her about whats going to happen to her
2007-09-26 02:46:38 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Its not that my mom does not want to answer her its just that she is really busy with work. becuase she a single mom and has to support my sister and I which suck but my mom told me some stuff but not enough same thing with my sister told her some things but not enough
2007-09-26 03:03:40 · update #1
Well I am 19 and have been getting me period since I was 13 and my sister is only 11. My sister told me that its just easyer talking to me about stuff like this.
2007-09-26 03:14:12 · update #2
I showed my sister all the links that were sent thank you but she still wants to know more like how to use tampons and pads I told her but she still does not under stand what should I do I am about to get mine again should I show her how to put a tampon in or not I think its wired but If it would help then should I show her or not.
2007-09-28 21:03:10 · update #3
Above all, tell her the truth! and dont leave anything out. Sit down with her when the two of you have some time alone. tell her that you know this is a big and exciting step into womanhood, but there are things she needs to know. for examble, it may be best to has a book or an internet health page up that can ex[plain it detail what is happening inside her body. It is important for every woman to understand this process, even if learning can sometimes be embarressing. She needs to know the hows and whys. Then you should tell her what to expect. explain that every woman is unique and you will try to give the best possible picture, but the only way she will ever know what it will be like for her, is when she gets it. You need to explain to her the importance of cleanliness! I know it sound stupid, but some young girls are so imbaressed they wont touch it to clean it. Then make sure you go through all the ways to manage a period, pads vs. tampoons. Explain to her the process of useing a tampoon and tell her that she may feel uncoomfortable with them at first and that is OK! tell her to always bring a pad with her in her purse or backpack. Tell her about your first period and wat you have experienced since then. Be HONEST! explain the side affects such as cramps, bloating and PMS. and then explain to her that although these side affects can sometimes be serious, she should not use them as an excuse to get out of school, or to explain disrespecfulness. Explain to her some of the health concerns and tell her if she does have serious side affects, she may need to see a doctor. Again a good health web site may be a big help! And lastly, remember since it sounds like you a re a bit closer to your sister than your mother, after the period talk will come the sex talk in the near fututre. as much as you may hate to think about it, once your sister gets her period, she can have a baby. Some day soon, you may need to talk to her about this too, but I wouldnt do both talks the same day, talk about an overload. in the end make sure she understands that you are always there for her and if she ever needs you you will be there to help in anway! Good Luck, it sounds like you are a great big sister!
2007-09-26 03:50:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
THE BEST WAY TO APPROACH THIS IS TO TELL HER THAT ALL GIRLS HAVE A PERIOD. THIS IS WHAT ALLOWS WOMAN TO HAVE BABIES. YOU CAN FIND SITES ON THE INTERNET THAT SHOW HER WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN. EXPLAIN TO HER THAT WHEN IT HAPPENS THE FIRST TIME SHE MIGHT BE A LITTLE SCARED BUT LET HER KNOW EVERYTHING WILL BE OK. MAYBE TAKE HER TO THE STORE AND LET HER PICK OUT A CUTE LITTLE BAG THAT SHE CAN PUT IN HER BACKPACK. IN THIS BAG PUT A CHANGE OF UNDERWEAR AND A COUPLE PADS. REASSURE HER THAT EVERYTHING IS FINE AND ALL WOMAN GO THROUGH IT. LET HER KNOW AFTER SHE STARTS THAT SHE JUST NEEDS TO GET CLEANED UP A LITTLE AND THEN SHE CAN CALL YOU IF SHE IS SCARED.
2007-09-26 10:15:19 · answer #2 · answered by Amber E. M. T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone needs to talk to her if they know whats going on, so you rather for your sister to get her information from the streets which will probably be the wrong information. Stick together as a family and so what if yall are embarrassed to talk about. It is life, DEAL WITH IT.
2007-09-26 10:05:26 · answer #3 · answered by make?love*not$war! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why won't your mother answer her? Did your mother tell you anything when you got your period? What kinds of things does your sister want to know? Here's a link to webmd telling about a woman's menstrual cycle. Maybe you can get some information from there or even have your sister read it. I still think your mother should be the one to discuss this topic. http://women.webmd.com/tc/Normal-Menstrual-Cycle-Topic-Overview
2007-09-26 09:52:31 · answer #4 · answered by angela 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with you telling your sister...thats who told me, maybe shes not comfortable talking about it with your mom so i would ask her if shes more comfortable with...just tell her the truth so she knows what to expect and explain it to her carefully...as the guy said above tell her about the myths and things of that sort, even tell her about your experiences it helps to comfort someone when they know youve been thru the same thing...just be honest with her and dont avoid her questions
2007-09-26 10:02:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why doesn't she want to talk to her own DAUGHTER about it?
How old are you and how old is your sister? How long ago did you start menstruating?
Like someone above said, http://www.beinggirl.com is a good site for her to check out.
2007-09-26 10:05:31 · answer #6 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
learn all the facts yourself, and the myths, get some books from the library, and tell her everything. dont hold back. i was never properly told about pmsing, and the first day i saw blood on me i freaked out, started crying..... i thought i was dying. its crazy, like the movie Carrie. just not so crazy.
2007-09-26 09:56:57 · answer #7 · answered by para_servirle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell her to ask you whatever she wants to know.
Also get some books for her to look at.
2007-09-26 10:09:42 · answer #8 · answered by dreaming_angel1983 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
beinggirl.com should answer any questions your sister, or you, might have. You might just tell her to read the site.
2007-09-26 10:01:05 · answer #9 · answered by catsmeowjrk2000 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your mom is the parent, not you. it's not your place to have to tell your sister. that is your mom's place. she shouldn't be putting that on you.
2007-09-26 09:55:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋