Monthly Flower" is an enlightening and empowering book by Ololade Akintoye, that serves as an invaluable guide for young girls embarking on the transformative journey of puberty and periods.

In this comprehensive book, tweens and teens are introduced to the intricacies of puberty and a deeper knowledge of menstruation, with essential tips from preparing for their first period to subsequent period management and handling every emotion in between.

With sensitivity and clarity, "Monthly Flower" debunks myths and addresses crucial topics such as personal and menstrual hygiene, creating healthy boundaries, tracking menstrual cycles, utilising suitable menstrual products, combating period stigma, and promoting body positivity. It illuminates the connection between periods and hormones, with key learnings on PMS and managing menstrual symptoms.

Engaging and interactive, "Monthly Flower" features brain teasers, affirmations, word search puzzles, and journaling prompts, ensuring an immersive reading experience. It also provides practical resources such as a period tracker calendar and step-by-step DIY instructions for making reusable pads, thus encouraging an eco-friendly approach and empowering readers to take control of their own well-being.

With its depth and breadth, Monthly Flower not only serves as the perfect guide for girls on this ride through puberty but it also offers key insights to parents and policymakers on how to empower, support, nurture and equip girls with the knowledge and tools needed to embrace this journey with dignity and confidence.