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Coping Strategies It is not bad going though Puberty because it is a way of life that everybody experiences. Some ways to cope with Puberty is by: To Parents: Girls How you present menstruation to your daughter may have a big effect on her attitude. Just as some cultures celebrate boys becoming men, you might consider treating menstruation in the same positive light—as a celebration of the wonderful woman she is to become. Mothers should avoid referring to menstruation as “the curse” or complaining about PMS or terrible cramps. Negative references will convince your daughter that she's entered a bleak phase of her life. (It's hard to persuade a 13-year-old that the “miracle of giving birth” makes it all worthwhile.) A positive attitude about the manageability of mood swings and menstruation will take her far. Also check with your doctor. Tampons are very liberating, and many physicians will say that as soon as your daughter is willing to try, there's no problem with using them. let your daughter work some things out with her tampon use etc.
 * Talking to your Parents because they have been though this and have concerned it
 * Talk to your friends because they are in the same boat as you and can help you while you can help them.
 * Always have a one on one conversation with your parents so you know what you will experience in life with Puberty
 * Look at websities that may help you with Puberty and say what you may experience
 * Some Children Sities that may help are Kids Helpline which the phone number is 1800 55 1800
 * //__It's All in the Attitude__//**

To Parents: Boys Often boys don't actually want to talk about their body changes and things. Your son might consider it awkward to talk about their **privates** with you. To take a steady approach to wet dreams for example, you should think about talking about it at an early stage so it will be less awekward later on (it can make a difference). A good thing for your son to do at this time is to let him experiment in the real world and let him figure things out on his own, and don't forget to let him learn (don't keep him under your wing).