Taking the shame out of her first period

First Moon Circles are perfect for girls aged 9-12.

Whether she has started her period in the last 1-2 years, hasn't bled yet, or if any of her friends have- this is the perfect opportunity for girls to feel proud, gain knowledge, become empowered and know how to support herself physically, emotionally and spiritually as she enters womanhood.

These events are inclusive and safe spaces for all people.

We start with a 2h experience just for the girls to come together, have fun, make new friends, and learn accurate information about what's happening to their physical body, as well as their emotional and spiritual selves as they approach and encounter menarche (the first period, or first moon).

During this time we'll talk about all the physical changes girls encounter, what's normal and not so normal, we'll talk self-care and hygiene, and how to handle surprise blood (because you just don’t know, they might be at school or on camp when it arrives!).

We'll also get hands on and playful with natural, healthy and organic sanitary items such as pads and liners, moon cups, tampons and period undies, helping girls get really comfortable with the products and relaxed about caring for themselves gently around their first moon time.

After the girls session, you, her Mother, Grandmother, or guardian are then invited to join us for a short afternoon tea to celebrate this beautiful rite of passage and to pave the way for you and your daughter be able to speak freely, comfortably and openly at home over the months to come. *Please note 1 ticket admits the child and 1 adult to the event.

We'll bead a bracelet to help the girls understand the concept of a monthly cycle, and to remind them of this day for years to come. I'll lead the girls on a gentle facilitated Q&A, before Mums/Nanas/Carers are invited to join us for a short celebratory afternoon tea to share what the girls have discovered, whilst the elders are invited to share positive guidance and beautiful wishes they have for the girls in their lifetime.

Each participant will leave feeling more confident in their knowledge of what's to come, what the sanitary and self-care options open to them are based on their personal preference, and very importantly, an open channel to discuss periods and puberty with their family afterwards. If friends attend together, then of course they gain the added benefit of sisterhood, having this shared experience to refer back to, and to share wisdom with their other friends.

Once you book your child to attend, I'll send you some information to prepare you, the parent/guardian, ahead of the day, as well as to help you prepare your daughter for what to expect. I'll also share wisdom with you on how to prepare positive guidance that you want to share with your daughter on the day, which in turn will support you to keep this open conversation going at home.

Want a more intimate and personal event? Did you know First Moon Circles are available for you to book as a private event just for your daughter and her friends? This way, the group explores the topics together, ensuring they have a strengthened friendship and each other's ongoing support for when they need it. Suitable for girls aged 9-16. Set pricing for a maximum of 10 girls.

If you are interested in booking a private First Moon Circle, please contact Brooke Tumbers – Holistic Therapies at brooketumbersholistictherapies@gmail.com

Brooke Tumbers reserves the right to cancel or change the course/event in any way at any time. In this instance, we will endeavour to provide you with as much notice as possible.

In the event of the course being cancelled by Brooke Tumbers, a transfer will be issued for a future event or a refund issued, whichever you prefer.

If circumstances change and the student/participant cannot make the event, the enrolment may be transferred to another person or the student may transfer to a future course. No refund will be issued.

If you the participant is no longer able to attend the session no refund will be offered, however your place may be transferred to another person or another date.

Please note that free tickets from events supported by the Darling Downs West Morton Primary Health Network (DDWMPHN) are not transferable or refundable.