- Don’t assume that a girl with a disability doesn’t need info about menstruation.
- Explain the biological process of menstruation to her.
- If she has trouble understanding, start showing her how to manage her period before it even starts.
- Demonstrate how to place the pad or towel and help her practice as many times as she needs.
- Be patient and take time with this, so when she does start her periods, the process is as simple as possible for her.
- While assisting her, you can wear gloves or plastic bags on your hands for protection.