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A film on puberty, menstruation, and health discovery.

The conversations we’ve always needed.

The journey often starts with the first period, but the way in which we come to know ourselves and our bodies begins with every conversation we’ve had--or haven’t had--before then.

Through the eyes of everyday Black families and celebrity mothers like Sheryl Lee Ralph and Tabitha Brown, Me Period explores the beauty and complexity of how we navigate sensitive conversations about our bodies and our periods.

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A film on puberty, menstruation, and health discovery.

The conversations we’ve always needed.

The journey often starts with the first period, but the way in which we come to know ourselves and our bodies begins with every conversation we’ve had--or haven’t had--before then.

Through the eyes of everyday Black families and celebrity mothers like Sheryl Lee Ralph and Tabitha Brown, Me Period explores the beauty and complexity of how we navigate sensitive conversations about our bodies and our periods.

Lead the Conversation with Courage and Confidence

Black mothers and caregivers armed with health facts and compassion raise self-assured teens and pre-teens who are empowered to advocate for themselves. 

Hear from expert voices offering the tools you need to lead “the talk” without passing on shame, trauma, or myths to the next generation.

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This toolkit will equip you with guided reflections and conversation starters to help you walk alongside your tween or teen with courage and confidence. 

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This film has the power to launch a movement. Period. Hosting a private screening of this film could change the lives of other mothers, sisters and caregivers in your community. Complete this request form to host a private, virtual or in-person screening for your organization. This film is not yet available for individual viewing, and we can accommodate limited requests for group screenings only.

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As a Black parent, I understand the joy and love passed down through generations. It's with this legacy in mind that I take the Me Period Pledge. This pledge isn't just about starting conversations with my daughter about her body; it's about embarking on a shared journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

I commit to creating a safe space, free from judgment, where we can openly discuss menstruation and the physical changes that come with it.  Together, we will dismantle the myths and misinformation that often surround these topics.

I vow to prioritize self-care, both for myself and for my daughter. We will nourish our bodies with healthy foods, move them in ways that make us feel good, and embrace practices that nurture our emotional well-being.

We will seek factual information about menstruation and reproductive health from reliable sources. This knowledge will empower my daughter to advocate for herself and make informed decisions about her health.

The Me Period pledge isn't just about menstruation; it's about embracing the process of growing up in all of its complexities. 

I walk beside my daughter on this journey. We will celebrate her development, not just as her body changes, but as she grows into the strong, powerful individual she is meant to be.

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Resources to support the journey.

This is the resource you need to process your own story before you assist your daughter in writing hers.

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Find new tools, download The Period and Wellness Tracking app that helps #EndPeriodPoverty as you use it.

Track Your Period

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The Period Education Project is the leading movement helping young people access medically-accurate menstrual health education.

Boost Your Menstrual Health Knowledge

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Check out this inclusive, body-positive puberty workbook for girls that covers everything you need to know about the teen years.

Read Up on Growing Up

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Learn more about BWHI’s effort to expand the number of communities reached through its menstrual education and menstrual product distribution.

Fight for Menstrual Equity

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It’s time for deeper, richer conversations with our young ones about puberty, growing up, and even about menstruation. I’m advocating for my daughter to be the most empowered version of herself. It’s all about her, but it starts with me. Period.

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The journey often starts with the first period, but the way we come to know ourselves and our bodies begins with every conversation we’ve ever had—or haven’t had—before then. Check out Me Period, a film featuring courageous conversations between Black mothers and daughters on the most significant moments of their young lives.

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People try to beat around the bush because we're kids, but that's probably the worst thing that you could do. You have to give it to us straight so that we know exactly what's going on.

Choyce Brown, Influencer & Model

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I said, why didn't you have the conversation with me? Mommy, what do you mean you didn't think I needed to know? Of course I needed to know!

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Actor & Singer

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write a keepsake letter

Celebrate your daughter by penning a letter she will cherish forever. Your letter can be a physical reminder of your commitment to empower your daughter throughout her journey. There are several ways to communicate your love and understanding:

Tell her how you feel about her. Even if it’s awkward, she needs to know how much she is loved by you. List the aspects of her character and personality that make you smile. Encourage her to keep growing and learning.

Affirm her emotionally and physically. Remind her of the beauty in the changes to come. Be sure to normalize the fluctuating moods and discomfort associated with menstruation.

Share your favorite self-care routine. Let her know that her self-care journey is all her own, but offer tips that have worked for you.

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for your daughter

Celebrate your daughter by penning a letter she will cherish forever. Your letter can be a physical reminder of your commitment to empower your daughter throughout her journey. There are several ways to communicate your love and understanding:

-Tell her how you feel about her. Even if it’s awkward, she needs to know how much she is loved by you. List the aspects of character and personality that make you smile. Encourage her to keep growing and learning.

-Affirm her emotionally and physically. Remind her of the beauty in the changes to come. Be sure to normalize the fluctuating moods and discomfort associated with menstruation.

-Share your favorite self-care routine. Let her know that her self-care journey is all her own, but offer tips that have worked for you.

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