A Blessing Not a Curse, Jane Bennett, Sally Milner Publishing.

A girl's first period is a special time. A time to be honoured. It is perhaps her most important rite of passage. In her sensitive book for parents and other carers, Jane Bennett dispels the notion of the curse, replacing it with a positive and enlightened view of menarche and menstruation. With practical advice on how to explain menstruation to your daughter, help her cope with mood swings and pain, as well as handle such issues as contraception, you can feel confident that your daughter will have an affirming experience of menstruation. By reading this book, and passing on menstruation as a blessing rather than a curse, you will be giving your daughter a priceless gift for life.

This book explores:

• the historical roots of 'the curse'
• physiology of the menstrual cycle and puberty
• supporting and celebrating puberty and menarche
• establishing and maintaining menstrual wellness
• menstrual products
• menstruation as a blessing