Also: menstrual health
Adapted from The New York Times Wirecutter:
Just like there’s no universal first period experience, there’s no one prepackaged first period kit that’s right for everyone. If you want (or need) to get a ready-made first period kit, we found the best and most inclusive option is the First Period Box from CVS Health. But for not much extra effort, you can likely DIY a more thoughtful, memorable version using some of Wirecutter’s picks and a little knowledge about the kid you’re helping to come of age.
Aisle, the maker of our reusable menstrual pad pick, also makes one of the best and most comfortable pairs of period underwear, the Aisle Boost Boxer. A few pairs of the soft and secure Bambody High Waist Panty are another great option for teens and tweens.
Tampons and menstrual cups are also great to include in first period kits. Our pick for beginners in our guide to menstrual cups is Cora’s The Easy-Does-It Cup. Our top tampon picks, Tampax Pearl and the organic Tampax Pure, both come in multiple absorbencies and feature an easy-to-insert smooth plastic applicator and a long braided string that makes removal easy.It can be helpful to have an educational book (like our puberty guide recommendation, The Care and Keeping of You 1) to guide the conversation along; you could also include a lighted mirror to help with body exploration as well as tampon insertion.
To help with on-the-go period product changes away from home, your kid can rely on a compact travel bag or pencil case. Fill it with not just pads or tampons but also some hand sanitizer and body wipes to help clean up any messes, and anything else you think your kid will appreciate.
https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/first-period-kit/