When Your Son Sees His Sister in Pain: How to Explain Period Cramps to Boys
Scripts for explaining period cramps to boys when they see a sister in pain. Raise empathetic, period-literate sons with Nurse Al's practical guidance.
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Boys Too
Boys Too
Why and how to include boys in period education — because everyone benefits from understanding.
Raising Period-Literate Sons: Why Period Awareness Is the New Standard for Boys
Raising period-literate sons isn't just the right thing to do—it's becoming the standard. Here's why it matters and how to do it at home.
Nurse Al·
6 min readPeriod Education for Boys at School: What Middle Schoolers Need to Know (And How to Teach It)
Period education for boys at school builds empathy and reduces stigma. Here's what middle schoolers should learn — and how parents can start the conversation.
Nurse Al·
7 min readMy Son Found My Period Products: What to Say in That Moment
Your son found a tampon or pad and wants to know what it is. Here's exactly what to say—and what not to say—when this perfectly teachable moment arrives.
Nurse Al·
5 min readAge-by-Age Guide: When and How to Teach Boys About Periods
A practical, grade-by-grade guide for parents on when to teach boys about periods — from preschool through middle school, with scripts for every stage.
Nurse Al·
8What Boys Should Know About Periods: A Middle School Guide for Parents
Nurse Al breaks down exactly what boys should know about periods — practical, age-appropriate guidance for parents raising empathetic, informed sons.
Nurse Al·
7Does My Son Need Period Education? What the Research Says
Should boys learn about periods? Research says yes. A nurse-midwife explains why period education benefits your son, his classmates, and your family.
Nurse Al·
7 min readHow to Explain Periods to Your Son: Scripts That Actually Work
Wondering how to explain periods to your son? Here's an age-by-age guide with real scripts, practical tips, and the why behind the talk — from a nurse-midwife.
Al Zonsius·
7 min readPeriod Talk for Boys: Why Your Son Needs This Conversation Too
Why boys need period education, what age to start, what to cover, and how to make it matter-of-fact and empowering.
Al Zonsius·
5 min readReady to start the conversation?
The Period Academy's video gives you and your child a fun, expert-led starting point. Watch it together.
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