The first period can arrive before a parent feels ready, and when a daughter has a communication disability, the usual explanations may not work. The First Period is a practical, dignity-centered guide for preparing both your daughter and yourself without relying on spoken language. It walks through visual supports, sensory-friendly routines, and a calm first-period plan, while making room for the parent's fear, grief, and exhaustion. The book does not diagnose, promise outcomes, or treat your child as a problem to be fixed. Instead, it helps you build a plan that fits her communication style and your family's reality, one small step at a time.
