The Modern Ancestral Mamas Podcast How to Talk to Your Daughter About Puberty (Without Shame) | Ep 92
We’re stepping into a topic that every mama of daughters will eventually face—puberty. How do we approach it with honesty, hope, and wisdom? In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Ziegenfus, former middle school teacher and creator of a popular mother-daughter puberty course, to talk about navigating the changes of adolescence with grace. From spotting the first signs of development to offering our girls a vision of their bodies as beautifully designed, Megan shares how moms can prepare their daughters—and themselves—for this season.
✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ The very first signs of puberty in girls (and what to look for)
✔️ How to talk about breast buds, body hair, and early changes positively
✔️ When and how to start the conversation about periods
✔️ Why “drip drip drip” conversations are more effective than one big “talk”
✔️ Common things moms forget to explain (like cervical fluid and discharge)
✔️ How nutrition—minerals, protein, and breakfast—supports healthy cycles
✔️ Reframing cravings and chocolate before periods through a nutrient lens
✔️ The connection between digestion, hormones, and menstrual health
✔️ Making puberty talks special, memorable, and rooted in love
✔️ Why early education on fertility awareness matters for teens
🧠 More About This Episode:
Megan Ziegenfus is a former middle school teacher turned women’s health educator who helps moms and daughters learn about puberty, periods, and the beauty of the female body together. Through her course and resources, she equips families to replace shame and confusion with confidence, dignity, and wonder at how God designed our bodies.
📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:
📍 Megan’s Mother-Daughter Course – https://www.bodytalkbasics.com/
📍 The Care and Keeping of You (original edition) – https://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-American-Girl-Library/dp/1562476661
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