The first visit of a girl to a gynecologist: how to prepare

From how the first visit of the girl to the gynecologist and what impression he will leave, largely depends on her attitude to doctors in later life. Why is it so important? Because in a lifetime you can never meet a surgeon, a nephrologist or even a cardiologist. But a gynecologist is a doctor who will have to meet regularly.



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The first visit to the gynecologist - when?
If there are no complaints, then the girl meets with a gynecologist for the first time at three years or at six years - during a medical examination during admission to kindergarten or school. Such visits are formal, and the child usually does not remember them, besides, in the absence of complaints, gynecologists of young children usually do not examine them, limiting themselves to a survey.

The next visit takes place at a conscious age. This is either the time of the onset of menstruation or the beginning of sexual activity. With the onset of sexual activity, it is recommended to undergo an annual gynecological examination for preventive purposes.

If there are complaints, if the child shows concern about the genitals or if parents notice any signs of possible pathology, a visit to the gynecologist is necessary without reference to the age of the girl.

Preparation for the first visit depends on how old the child is.

Training a little girl
When it comes to a baby of preschool age, preparation for a visit that involves a gynecological examination (there are complaints and certain problems), it is advisable to start as soon as this need becomes clear.

This should be done by the adult with whom the baby has the most trusting relationship. It is logical if it is a mother - after all, we are talking about a "doctor for women", but not necessarily.

What should be done:

1. Choose a doctor who has experience in treating young children and who you trust.
2. Explain why a gynecologist is needed, what he treats, why this is an important doctor for girls and women.
3. Explain that the visit is necessary to take care of your health and that taking care of your health is very important, it should be permanent.
4. Explain what the doctor will do and why he will do it.
5. Promise that you will be there all the time and keep your promise.
6. Take care of hygiene immediately before the visit.
7. Take one of your favorite toys with you "for company", so the child in an unusual environment will have a familiar and associated with positive emotions object.
8. If the visit causes your child to be more anxious, promise encouragement after the visit, such as going to an ice cream shop. This will distract and direct thoughts in a positive direction.

Training of a teenage girl
An older girl does not need to distract or entertain, but what is required is information. She needs to explain in detail why a visit to a gynecologist is necessary, what will happen and for what purpose.

Before visiting, take care of hygiene, the child may not take this into account.

On whether to stay with a teenage girl during the examination or leave her alone with a doctor, ask her herself, and fulfill her wish, even if it does not coincide with yours.

And most importantly, never scare children with doctors, neither small nor large.