Face-to-face
menstrual health & body image
Available in Sydney NSW or by booking a tour to your area.
Outside Sydney? Our ONLINE PROGRAMS are available Australia-wide.
Outcomes:
Less emotional outbursts
Less period suffering
Less sick days due to period
More sport participation
More students seek medical help
Improved self-talk & body image
Presented by a
NSW teacher:
Program approved by gynaecologist, endocrinologist, fertility specialist
Cycle literacy program
- Adapted for year 5-12
- Grows with students throughout stages of adolescence
1. Session 1: Cycle smart & body image
2. Session 2: Better period tools
3. Senior presentation: Lifelong reproductive health
Student surveys say:
99%
believe it will help them have a better period experience
98%
said the program would be informative for other students
95%
said they had improved help-seeking knowledge afterwards
Empowers students with:
1. Menstrual health literacy
Understand & embrace cycle changes
2. Tools for body positivity
Embracing & understanding your changing body
3. Pain screening & recognising abnormalities
Early detection of menstrual conditions & determine when to see a doctor
4. Help-seeking & support system
Skills for when & how to seek help
5. Self-managment
Practical strategies for period pain/symptom management
6. Period products
Products to stay comfortable & participating during periods
Cycle Literacy program
Gets students talking about the 'uncomfortable stuff' for a better period & body image
Content:
Adapted for year 5-12 | Sessions delivered on separate days
Session 1 - Cycle smart & body image
- Menstrual cycle phases
- How to navigate emotional, physical, hormonal changes of cycle
- Cervical fluid (discharge)
- Reproductive anatomy
- Ovulation, and how it impacts period timing
- Cycle tracking & how to accurately predict your next period
- When pregnancy is and isn’t possible
- Sustainable period products (period underwear, cups pads & tampons)
- Optional: Social media, self talk
Session 2 - Better period tools
- Common period irregularities – pain, PMS, heavy periods, missing periods
- Recognising signs of teenage health conditions (PCOS, endometriosis)
- Period pain screening – determines if pain levels warrant seeing a doctor
- How and when to seek medical help
- Self-management strategies for period symptoms
- Stress management strategies for better hormonal health
- Nutrition, exercise and sleep strategies for hormone balance
- Preventing preriods from hindering school, study and social activities
Pricing: Contact us for a quote
PDHPE & Science syllabus outcomes (email for program mapped to outcomes)
Outcomes
Less emotional outbursts
Less period suffering
Less sick days due to period
More sport participation
More students seek medical help
Improved self-talk & body image
Senior presentation
Students equipped to navigate lifelong reproductive health
Content:
Adapted for year 10-12
Session content:
- Breast checks and breast health
- Vaginal infections (symptoms, prevention, seeking treatment)
- Healthy cervical fluid vs. infection discharge
- STIs (causes, symptoms, prevention, seeking treatment)
- Contraceptives (including contraceptives prescribed for period irregularities)
- Birth control drugs – risks, benefits, side effects and alternatives
- Cervical screenings (how they work, when to get one)
Pricing: Contact us for a quote
PDHPE & Science syllabus outcomes (email for program mapped to outcomes)
"Students will keep missing class & sport
if we don't give them tools to manage period symptoms."
Parent night
Don't limit student's support network!
Empowers open conversations at home
1 hour event
Parents OR parents & students combined (school's choice)
Session content:
- What symptoms are ‘typical’ and what’s not
- When to seek help for period symptoms
- Most effective self-management techniques for pain
- Navigating the emotional side of the menstrual cycle
- Emerging period products (period underwear, period swimwear, period cups)
- Reframing periods as a positive experience
Pricing: Contact us for a quote
PARENT RESOURCES
“A single father called me to say thank you for opening up this conversation with his daughter”
– Anonymous teacher
Cycle Literacy program:
- Catered for year 5-12
- Grows with students throughout stages of adolescence
Session 1:
Cycle smart & body image
90 min session
Session 2:
Beat period symptoms
90 min session
Senior presentation:
Lifelong reproductive health
1 hour session
99%
believe it will help them have a better period experience
98%
said the program would be informative for other students
95%
said they had improved help-seeking knowledge afterwards
Enquire for your school:
Reviews:
– Rosemary (teacher)
“Only heard positive things from the girls 🤩”
– Tyla (teacher)
– Tracy (teacher)
– Anonymous teacher
–Matthew (teacher)
– Anonymous teacher
– Sally (teacher)
– Alison (teacher)
“It was highly engaging and the information was presented to students in a safe and inclusive environment.”
-Nicole (teacher)
“The presentation went very well. Students were engaged with the content and participated well in the discussion groups. It was very worthwhile.”
– Sarah (teacher)
“Bright Girl Health was extremely informative and engaging, from a relatable perspective. She got the girl’s thinking about the importance of their menstrual health, as well as opening up the uncomfortable conversation to assist in normalising it across the cohort! Can’t wait to have her back at our school next year.”
– Chloe (teacher)
“I know that the more trustworthy information my girls have about healthy living and their own bodies, the better equipped they are to deal with growing into secure and confident young women”
– Janine (teacher)
“Understanding their body and seeing that they did not need to suffer in silence; that they could broach this subject in a safe environment and would not be laughed at.”
– Roshini (teacher)
“They really felt empowered after the discussion.”
– Nicole (teacher)
“I also had a single father call me this afternoon to say thank you for opening up this conversation with his daughter, so that was a lovely outcome!”
– Anonymous teacher
“Bright Girl Health equips young people with a voice and allows them to be confident with who they are. Bright Girl Health takes away the anxiety and fear of having a period and replaces it with knowledge and value. I highly recommend this seminar for any school!”
– Rebecca (teacher)
“Demi communicated brilliantly to our students from years 7 through to year 12, and our girls left the presentation feeling equipped with a clearer understanding of their bodies and the changes they will experience.”
“Students walk away with more knowledge and understanding about their body and also how to look after themselves. My students enjoyed the presentation.”
– Jessica (teacher)
– Anonymous teacher
“Demi tailored the content to the needs of the cohort and used age appropriate language and anecdotes to explain key ideas in a clear and concise manner. She offered a wealth of advice and made recommendations that addressed the needs of a diverse student group.”
– Effie (teacher)
“We had Bright Girl Health conduct a presentation for neurodiverse teen girls that discussed periods, moods, self-concept, social media, and identity. Absolutely amazing and would recommend for all community’s that have their youth’s embarking on this journey. Demi was thorough and considerate of the diversity in the room and was consistent with planned events throughout the day whilst being attentive to each individuals needs. Would greatly recommend”
– Danielle
“We have a demographic of very low socio-economic families, with a high percentage of disjointed family units – the gifts you provided were so appreciated by our girls – Thank you!”
– Anonymous teacher
“Our senior student were able to learn about the various phases of the menstrual cycle, breast health, STI’s, when to seek advice from a professional as well as the importance of tracking their cycle in order to determine ovulation and various period hygiene products that are available to them in order to make an informed decision.”
– Ebony (teacher)
“It was presented to students in a safe and inclusive environment.
– Nicole (teacher)
“She took the time to sit with me and understand the demographic of our students in order to provide the best presentation for them.”
– Tiarne (teacher)
– Effie (teacher)
“You are a wonderful presenter – making it very real for students.”
– Tracy (teacher)
“From the start of the booking process, through to the follow up after the event, her communication, delivery and professionalism was second to none.”
– Tiarne (teacher)
– Anonymous teacher
– Anonymous teacher
– Tina (teacher)
– Anonymous teacher
– Sally (teacher)
– Beth (teacher)
“Demi is a dynamic and engaging educator with a passion for women’s health and education. Bright Girl Health will empower young women during puberty and beyond”
– Melanie (teacher)
“Demi was incredibly engaging and informative in her presentation to our senior students.”
– Ebony (teacher)
“OMG! What a wonderful presentation! Our girls were so engaged, and learnt so much! You are a wonderful presenter – making it very real for students.” – Tracy (teacher)
“I can’t recommend these presentations highly enough.”
– Year 12 year advisor
“They really felt empowered after the discussion.”
– Nicole (teacher)
“Bright Girl Health was extremely informative and engaging, from a relatable perspective. She got the girl’s thinking about the importance of their menstrual health, as well as opening up the uncomfortable conversation to assist in normalising it across the cohort! Can’t wait to have her back at our school next year.”
– Chloe (teacher)
“I spoke to a group of girls at recess to get their feedback and their responses were: “It was really good” “We could relate to her. She’s just like us” “She was inspiring!”
– Sally (teacher)
“It was an amazing experience for the girls involved. we had girls from year 8, 9 and 10 who were a challenging group, who were all absolutely enthralled and engaged for the entire 2 hour period. I’d thoroughly recommend it to anybody.”
–Matthew (teacher)
“The Girls walked out learning heaps and really enjoyed themselves and asked more questions than we even had time for. I’d thoroughly recommend it to anybody.”
– Anonymous teacher
“Demi communicated brilliantly to our students from years 7 through to year 12, and our girls left the presentation feeling equipped with a clearer understanding of their bodies and the changes they will experience.”
– Anonymous teacher
“Only heard positive things from the girls 🤩”
– Tyla (teacher)
“It surpassed my expectations”
– Anonymous teacher
“It was so good to see the girls engaged the entire time and most felt informed and empowered to make better health choices – so thank you.”
– Anonymous teacher
“She creates the perfect environment for students where they can feel comfortable enough to ask the tough questions and gain a deeper understanding about their health. Our students loved the presentation and we will definitely be inviting her back to present again in future!”
– Anonymous teacher
“The presentation went very well. Students were engaged with the content and participated well in the discussion groups. It was very worthwhile.” – Sarah (teacher)
“The girls had such an amazing day and they loved you coming on to answer the questions.
Your presentation was so great, the girls found you very engaging and loved the activities.”
– Anonymous facilitator
“The online sessions were really well received and we will definitely be making use of the additional resources that you have sent through”
– Karen (teacher)
“We enjoyed it. I also had a lot of families send their thanks too!”
– Anonymous teacher
“Thank you for all of this. I really appreciate how easy it has been to book and all the resources which are supplied.” – Jorja (teacher)
We had a great time! It is my first time watching the presentations and I loved it – I actually learnt so much myself! The girls had lots of questions, so we have answered what we can and we will heave heaps for the Q and A next week. They liked looking at the period products, that was probably the most helpful part because they needed to understand the mechanics! I don’t think they have been properly shown those things. I also had a single father call me this afternoon to say thank you for opening up this conversation with his daughter, so that was a lovely outcome!”
– Anonymous teacher
“It went great! The girls really enjoyed it.”
– Anonymous teacher
Specialist approved
Presented by a teacher
Demi Spaccavento
15 years in the classroom
Written by experts
Teachers, health specialist, menstrual health practitioners, nurses
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Cycle Literacy program options:
- Catered for year 5-12
- Grows with students throughout stages of adolescence
1 cohort
1 cohort completes the
Cycle Literacy program
over 2 days
2 cohorts
2 cohorts complete the
Cycle Literacy program
over 2 days each
Annual delivery