First Moon Circle

First Moon Circle

A First Moon Circle is a celebratory ceremony for young girls aged 9-12 years old who are approaching menarche (their first period).

By Ellie - Moontime Magic

Date and time

Location

Bad Hand Studio

7 Norwich Road Bournemouth BH2 5QZ United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 days before event.

Agenda

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Introduction (children only)


Once parents have said goodbye to their children, we will begin with introductions and softening into each other's presence with a fun ice-breaker game.

2:30 PM - 3:10 PM

Periods & Puberty (children only)


In our circle, we will discuss the physical changes which girls encounter during puberty, what's normal and what's not so normal. We'll talk about self care and how to handle the arrival of your peri...

3:10 PM - 3:50 PM

Period Product Play with Q&A (children only)


The fun part! We'll also get hands on and playful with natural, healthy and organic sanitary items such as pads and liners, moon cups, tampons and period pants, helping girls get really comfortable w...

3:50 PM - 4:00 PM

BREAK

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Menstrual Cycle Awareness (children & parents)


After the children's session, mothers and carers are invited to join us for tea and snacks to celebrate this beautiful rite of passage and to pave the way for you and your daughter be able to speak f...

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Wisdom Sharing Ceremony (children & parents)


Finally, parents/caregivers will be invited to share any wisdom, wishes and hopes they have for their children.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

Overview

Give your child a positive, empowered start to puberty and menstruation by bringing them to their once-in-a-lifetime special First Moon Circle experience. Our next First Moon Circle on Saturday 20th September is for girls and their mothers and female caregivers to gather to learn and celebrate the changes that puberty brings. An empowering, fun, sacred and inclusive circle that goes way beyond school's basic, limited period education and focuses instead on cycle self-care and self love so children feel prepared, informed, confident and supported to experience puberty and their first periods.

About the First Moon Circle

Your daughter will love this beautiful, magical activity where she can learn all about how she can look after herself as she grows up. Covering self-care, and teaching her how to get the best out of her superpowers as she begins her cycle, First Moon Circles are proving a fun and enjoyable way for girls to learn, play, and feel supported at a pivotal time in their lives. Your child will receive an amazing high-value gift bag and their own beaded bracelet that they'll make with you during the session to remind her of what she learns. Plus she'll get to keep a 22-page booklet that explains all the knowledge and wisdom she'll need to support her through puberty and into adulthood. Mothers/caregivers often learn something in this too. The final part of this session is a beautiful Mother-Daughter celebration where you can gift your child advice, wishes and show her you're supporting her as she grows up.


Topics covered include:

  • What puberty and periods are and what to expect
  • What is healthy and normal, and when and how to ask for help
  • How to choose and use different menstrual products
  • What the menstrual cycle is vs a period, and how to navigate changing moods, energies, capacities, strengths and vulnerabilities in each phase
  • Menstrual cycle self-care
  • Mother-child blessing to support your relationship and period positivity at home


Each child will receive:

  • A take-home gift bag featuring her own 'moon kit' (a combination of sanitary samples, and beautiful self-care items to remind her of this special day)
  • A 22 page keepsake colour illustrated guidebook written for children full of the wisdom and knowledge to remember what she's learnt to come back to again and again
  • Her own handmade beaded bracelet to remind her of the magic of her cycle and self-care


About Ellie

Ellie completed her First Moon Circle training in May 2025 with Charlotte Pointeaux, founder of First Moon Circles. Ellie has over 4 years expereince working with children, including working in a SEN setting. Ellie is passionate about providing menstrual education to young girls in a fun, empowering and positive way. Ellie has a DBS certificate and has undergone safeguarding training as part of her work.

Frequently asked questions

I would like my daughter to attend but she is older/younger than 9-12yrs.

I would love to honour any young girl with a First Moon Circle. If your daughter is older/younger than the suggested age bracket, please do drop me an email (ellie.moore3097@gmail.com) and we can discuss what the most suitable option would be.

Do we need to bring anything?

I would recommend wearing comfy clothing to help you and your daughter feel relaxed and settled into the space. Please ensure your daughter brings a water bottle and anything else that may help her feel comfortable and relaxed for the duration of the circle.

My daughter has already started her period, is a First Moon Circle still suitable for her?

Yes absolutely! Even if your daughter has started her period, a First Moon Circle is a beautiful way to honour the transition which she has begun, and to deepen her understanding of her changing body in a fun, empowering and supportive way.

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£85
Oct 18 · 2:00 PM GMT+1