Periods, cycles & your body

Periods and puberty can come with a lot of questions — and sometimes it can be hard to know what’s normal, what isn’t, or where to find information you can trust.

Periods, Cycles & Your Body is a relaxed, practical and inclusive workshop designed specifically for teens to build confidence in understanding their bodies and menstrual cycles.

Together, we'll explore:

• what actually happens during the menstrual cycle

• periods and the different phases of the cycle

• hormones and the role they play

• body changes during puberty

• what's considered normal — and what might be worth getting support for

• common menstrual cycle symptoms

• how to start tracking your cycle and recognising your own patterns

• where to find trusted information and support

This isn't about teaching that everyone experiences their menstrual cycle in the same way. It's about giving young people the knowledge and tools to understand their own body, recognise their individual patterns and feel more confident asking questions and advocating for themselves.

There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions in a supportive, age-appropriate and judgement-free environment. No prior knowledge is needed.

Who is it for?

Young people aged 10–17 who menstruate, are approaching menstruation, or simply want to better understand periods, menstrual cycles and their bodies.

Parents and carers: This is a teen-focused workshop designed to create a comfortable space for young people to learn and ask questions. Further information regarding attendance, consent and supervision will be provided when booking.

Workshop content

This workshop provides age-appropriate, evidence-based education about the menstrual cycle, body literacy and menstrual health. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and engage in activities throughout the session.

Supervision

The workshop will be facilitated by Secure Sense of Self in a safe and supportive environment. Participants will be supervised for the duration of the advertised workshop time by facilitators who hold current Working with Children Checks.

Drop-off & pick-up

Participants will be signed in on arrival and signed out at the conclusion of the workshop. Parents/guardians can nominate during booking whether their young person will be collected or has permission to leave independently.

Participation & privacy

Participants are never required to share personal experiences, health information or details about their own menstrual cycle. Participation is always encouraged at a level that feels comfortable.

Questions

Questions are encouraged throughout the workshop, including the option to submit questions anonymously.

Child safety

Secure Sense of Self is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all young people. SSOS maintains policies and procedures covering child safety and wellbeing, supervision, emergency response, disclosures and distress, complaints, incident reporting and risk management. Relevant policies are available to parents and guardians upon request.