Reading Hospital and local organizations team up for annual education event about puberty and periods on February 21

Reading Hospital is again partnering with The Junior League of Reading and Berks Teens to host “Let’s Talk, Period,” a popular event focused on menstrual equity and period positivity for teens and tweens.

The free event will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences, 1025 Old Wyomissing Road, West Reading. Youth in grades 3-8 and a trusted adult are invited to attend. Space is limited, and registration is required.

“We’re creating a safe space where doctors provide age-appropriate information, helping attendees feel comfortable asking questions and confident about the changes they will experience,” said Dr. Olubunmi Ojikutu, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Reading Hospital and event panelist.

Other panelists include Dr. Nina Duke, Tower Health Medical Group Pediatrics – Wyomissing, and Junior League of Reading member Dr. Jennifer Mueller, Dermatologist, Clear Dermatology.

“This judgment-free, stigma-breaking event brings real medical professionals together for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about puberty and periods,” said Jenna Hiester, President, The Junior League of Reading. “It’s all about giving you the facts, boosting your confidence, and sharing tips to help you feel strong, informed, and ready for the next chapter of growing up.”

Light refreshments will be served, and every attendee will receive a period pampering kit containing menstrual products, personal care items, informational materials, and giveaways. Items were donated by Godiva Chocolatier, Clear Dermatology, Co-County Wellness, DoubleTree Reading, and Giant.

Attendees interested in giving back are also encouraged to participate in “Bra-nanza” by donating new or gently used bras of all sizes and styles, which will be collected at the event and distributed to local agencies supporting those in need.

“Puberty is a time of great change for young women, both inside and out,” Dr. Mueller said. “We are so happy to be playing a role in providing education to destigmatize discussions around our bodies.”

For more information about Let’s Talk, Period, visit https://jlreading.org/lets-talk-period/. To register for the event, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LetTalkPeriod or contact CommunityWellness@TowerHealth.org.