Make it look attractive and inviting by decorating it. Decorate the inside with tissue paper or other materials. Do not write “Puberty Kit” on the box, as this might cause embarrassment with friends, siblings, or family members.
Bras (try training and sports bras first). Antiperspirant deodorant. Scented body spray. Gentle face cleanser and an acne spot treatment that contains benzoyl peroxide. Razors specifically made for girls or women (you can also try electric razors). Shave gel. Pads and pantyliners. Tampons — start with “light” or “slender” and “regular” sizes. Hand sanitizer. A calendar to track her monthly cycle (there are now period calendars on mobile devices ). An informative book about menstruation. An “all about a girl’s body” book. An extra pair of underwear and pants
If she’s had her first period. What products both of you like best. How heavy her flow is (if she’s had her first period).
2 Pantiliners 2 Pads (add more, if you don’t use tampons). 2 Tampons in different sizes (add more, if you don’t use pads). Midol or Ibuprofen for cramps. Hand sanitizer. Explain that she should wash her hands and use soap or use sanitizer before and after taking off and applying a pad or tampon. A small pack of tissues. If there is a shortage of toilet paper or she needs to be more discrete. An extra pair of panties and pants. Just in case. A mini garbage bag or ziplock bag. If she doesn’t have access to garbage, she can put her used supplies in a plastic bag and dispose of them later. A small pack of wipes. Wipes are much more durable than toilet paper, but be sure to tell your daughter not to flush them down the toilet.
