Menstruation - JSS2 Home economics Lesson Note

This is the monthly flow of blood from the womb, through the vagina and this occurs in every woman of child bearing age. This period is called menstrual period. It takes place after about every 25-30 days. This time, (the numbers of days before the next period) is called menstrual cycle. The menstrual period and cycle differ from one person to another.

As soon as a girl starts menstruation, she becomes a woman. She can then become pregnant and have a baby is she has sexual relationship with a man. The blood that flows during menstruation can produce a very bad odour if a person fails to keep her body clean. It is therefore very important to keep your body very clean during menstruation. This is called menstrual hygiene.