Raising Menstruation - Research, Knowledge and Community.

In a culture that truly values women, a positive menarche (the first menstrual cycle) can lead to increased self esteem, body confidence, body literacy and improved health outcomes. In todays culture the experience of our first menstrual cycle can be a lonely and uncertain one; perhaps an initiation into shame and menstrual stigma. 

Our children deserve better.

Parenting this milestone can present challenges. With research showing that menstrual attitudes are often inherited, combined with an absence of sound menstrual education and society's insistence that menstruation is hidden, it's no wonder parents are unsure where to turn to for change.  If we want to improve outcomes for our children we not only have to revisit our menstrual understanding (and gaps in knowledge). We also need to consider our bias and the deeply embedded menstrual narrative.

I have been both a student and an educator in the field of menstruation for a number of years. Most recently achieving a Masters level (with Distinction) in Contemporary Menstrual Studies from Dr Lara Owen, a leading academic and pioneer in the menstrual field. My recent research includes a pilot study looking at what happens at menarche when children are raised within British institutions.

Research shows that parental/caregiver engagement in their childrens menstrual education goes some way to reduce the impact of menstrual stigma at menarche. However, there remains little to support parents guiding their children through this milestone. Raising Menstruation has been formed to bridge this gap with with evidence based-research, knowledge and community.

If you are a parent or caregiver of a child aged 8+, come join our four week programme which includes a mixture of teaching, discussion, story exchange and journal work. All classes are held live with a maximum of 5 per group.

£88 per person

Join as a ready formed group or join an open programme.
Now taking bookings for November 2024, all times are UK times and held via Zoom:

Session 1 - 6th, 9:30 am - 11 am

Session 2 - 13th, 9:30 am - 11 am

Session 3 - 20th, 9:30 am - 11 am

Session 4 - 27th, 9:30 am - 11 am

Previous attendee comments:

“Top marks for a really positive and thought provoking workshop. I found it so useful and cannot recommend it highly enough to fellow parents.”

“Grace’s extensive knowledge is combined beautifully with her compassionate and inclusive approach.”

“I feel much better prepared, on so many levels, to support my daughters through menarche. I will be able to approach this time with much more peace of mind and compassion”.



Contact Grace graceinfrome@gmail.com