Kids & Teens
Short articles for young people
Simple answers about periods, puberty, products, school life, privacy and symptoms.
Explore articles →Periods · pelvic pain · endometriosis · support
Understand your body without shame or confusion.
A calm, factual Health Hub for young people, parents, schools and anyone learning about periods, pelvic pain, menstrual health and endometriosis.
The Health Hub provides education and support only. It does not diagnose, prescribe or replace clinical care.
Choose your pathway
Where would you like to start?
Each area is designed for a different audience, so people can find language, resources and support that fit their situation.
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Periods for Kids & Teens
Friendly articles about first periods, period products, school, leaks, pain, moods, privacy and asking for help.
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Periods for Parents
Support for parents and carers who want to talk calmly, answer questions and notice when a child may need help.
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Periods for Schools
Download the free My Body Matters curriculum, teacher packs and classroom resources for menstrual health education.
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Endometriosis
Learn about endometriosis, symptoms often linked with it, appointment preparation and language that may help.
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Ask Luma
Ask questions in your own words and get calm, plain-English educational support with safe boundaries.
Ask Luma
Questions are welcome here.
Luma is the Health Hub assistant. It can explain terms, help someone think about what to track, suggest questions for a trusted adult or clinician, and route people to the right Health Hub content.
I feel embarrassed asking about periods. What can I say?
You could start with: “I have a question about my period and I feel a bit awkward, but I need help.” You deserve support.Educational support only · not medical advice
When should pain be checked?
Pain that stops school, sleep or normal activities should be discussed with a trusted adult, school nurse or GP.
Featured areas
What’s inside the Health Hub?
Explore clear, supportive resources for young people, families, schools and anyone learning about endometriosis.
Parents
Support without awkwardness
Conversation starters, reassurance and practical support for families.
Parent support →Schools
Free curriculum resources
Teacher packs, worksheets, guidance and downloadable lesson resources.
Schools hub →Endometriosis
Learn and prepare
Plain-English support for symptoms, appointments, questions and next steps.
Endometriosis hub →Safety and trust
Built to educate, not diagnose.
Menstrual health information can be sensitive, especially for young people. The Health Hub stays factual, shame-free, privacy-conscious and clear about when to seek help.
Plain-English education
Content explains body words, symptoms and support options without jargon or fear.
Clear help-seeking prompts
Resources encourage young people to speak to a trusted adult, school nurse, GP or appropriate professional when worried.
No diagnosis or prescribing
The Health Hub and Luma provide educational support only and do not replace clinical care.