First Period Kit: What to Put in It (and the WUKA Starter Kits Worth Buying)

What should go in a first period kit? Keep it simple: period pants (or pads) to wear, a spare pair, a small wet bag to carry them in, a few wipes, and a friendly book that explains what is happening. You can put that together yourself, or buy a ready-made period starter kit like the WUKA Teen Period Starter Kit, which packs teen period pants, a two-pocket changing bag, intimate wipes and a puberty book into one zip pouch from £34.99. Below is a printable-style checklist for the school bag and for home, plus a cost table comparing a DIY kit, WUKA’s Starter Kits and its School Sets.

Nobody knows exactly when a first period will arrive, which is why a kit packed in advance is such a kind thing to give. It turns “what do I do?” into “I’ve got this”, whether it happens in maths, at a sleepover or on a weekend away.

First period kit checklist: school bag vs home

The school-bag kit is all about a calm, quick change; the home kit is about comfort, information and enough pairs to get through the first few days. Here is what to include in each.

School bag kit	Home kit
✓ One fresh pair of period pants ✓ A two-pocket wet bag (clean pair in one side, worn pair in the other) ✓ A small pack of gentle wipes ✓ A pad or liner as a just-in-case back-up, if they prefer ✓ A spare pair of everyday knickers ✓ A little note from you saying “you’ve got this”	✓ Three or more pairs of period pants for day, night and the next day ✓ An age-appropriate book about periods and puberty ✓ A mesh laundry bag for washing ✓ Something cosy for crampy days, like a hot water bottle ✓ A simple chart or app to note the dates ✓ A chat about who they can talk to at school

The school bag kit should be small enough to live in a blazer pocket or pencil-case section all term. WUKA’s Two Pocket Changing Bag measures 14cm x 18cm and holds up to two pairs of pants, which makes it a perfect base for it.

What’s inside the WUKA Teen Period Starter Kit?

The WUKA Teen Period Starter Kit includes 1, 3 or 5 pairs of Teen Stretch™ period pants, a Two Pocket Changing Bag, Cycle Care intimate wipes and a book, all in a clear zip pouch. It is designed for teens approaching or just starting their first period.

• Teen Stretch™ Seamless period pants: up to 12 hours of leak-proof protection, flexing across three sizes as they grow. Choose Heavy (20ml) briefs, Super Heavy briefs for very heavy flow, or boxer shorts for full coverage.
• Two Pocket Changing Bag: keeps a fresh pair and a worn pair separate for easy swaps at school.
• Cycle Care Intimate Wipes: pH balanced and perfume free, made with soft fibres.
• A book of your choice: Growing Up Powerful: The Period & Puberty Edition by Rebel Girls (for ages 8-12), Girls Guide to Growing Up Great by Sophie Elkan, or The Autism-Friendly Guide to Periods by Robyn Steward (for ages 9-16).

We love that book choice. A first period is as much about information and reassurance as it is about products, and having the Autism-Friendly Guide as an option is a thoughtful touch for families who need it.

DIY first period kit vs WUKA Starter Kit vs School Set: cost compared

A WUKA Starter Kit costs less than buying the same items one by one, and a School Set is the cheapest way to get lots of pairs. A DIY kit is best if you already have a pouch and wipes at home.

Option	What you get	Price	Same items bought one by one
DIY kit, WUKA basics	1 Teen Stretch™ Heavy pair + Two Pocket Changing Bag, plus wipes and a pouch you already own	£24.98	–
Teen Starter Kit, 1 pair	1 Heavy pair, changing bag, wipes, book, pouch	£34.99	£42.96
Teen Starter Kit, 3 pairs	3 Heavy pairs, changing bag, wipes, book, pouch	£49.99	£72.94
Teen Starter Kit, 5 pairs	5 Heavy pairs, changing bag, wipes, book, pouch	£64.99	£102.92
School Set, 1 Day & Night	2 Heavy pairs + wetbag	£29.99	£39.97
School Set, 4 Day & Night	8 Heavy pairs + wetbag	£84.99	£129.91

Prices from wuka.co.uk on 5 October 2026. “One by one” for the Starter Kits is our sum of WUKA’s single-item prices: Teen Stretch™ Heavy £14.99 a pair, changing bag £9.99, wipes £4.99 and book £12.99. School Set comparisons are the “was” prices WUKA shows.

Super Heavy and boxer versions of the Starter Kit cost a little more: £42.99 and £40.99 for the 1-pair kit. You can compare every WUKA starter kit here.

Which period starter kit should you choose?

Choose the 3-pair Teen Starter Kit if you want one gift that covers everything; choose a School Set if your teen already has the basics and simply needs more pairs. Here is the quick version.

• Getting ready before it starts (tweens): the 1-pair Teen Starter Kit at £34.99, with Size 1 (roughly ages 8-12) pants and the Growing Up Powerful book.
• Period has just started: the 3-pair Starter Kit at £49.99, enough for day, night and the next day, which is the first set WUKA’s customers recommend.
• Heavy periods: the Super Heavy Starter Kit, built around WUKA’s highest-absorbency teen pants.
• Prefers more coverage: the Boxer Starter Kit, with full-coverage boxer shorts that feel like loungewear.
• Already using period pants: a School Set, down to £10.62 a pair in the 4 Day & Night Heavy set.

Period kits for tweens: getting the size right

WUKA Teen Stretch™ Size 1 fits roughly ages 8-12 (hips 75-90cm) and Size 2 fits roughly ages 12-16 (hips 90-105cm). Because each pair stretches across three sizes, a kit bought early will still fit as they grow.

If you are buying ahead of time for a tween, Size 1 is usually the right call. Not sure? WUKA’s tip is to measure the hips with a belt or dressing-gown cord and a 30cm ruler. And remember, your first pair is covered by WUKA’s 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, so you can swap the size within 40 days even after it has been worn. For a deeper dive into teen sizes and school planning, our WUKA period pants review covers the full teen and adult range.

Nice extras for a first period kit

A few comfort extras turn a practical kit into a lovely gift. WUKA sells several of them on its site.

• A bright changing bag: the Two Pocket Changing Bag also comes in Lime Punch (£9.99), easy to spot in a school bag.
• A mesh laundry bag (£4.99): keeps period pants together in the wash and in the drawer between cycles.
• A hot water bottle: WUKA’s Extra Long Hot Water Bottle is £29.99, perfect for cosy evenings.
• Heat patches (£12.99 for 4): WUKA’s air-activated patches stick to underwear, never skin, and are suitable for ages 12+ with adult supervision.

Every body is different, so if periods are ever extremely painful, very heavy or worrying, a chat with the GP is always a good idea.

How to save on a WUKA period starter kit

The Starter Kits and School Sets are already priced below the cost of their items bought one by one, and UK standard delivery is free. Eligible families can also use WUKA’s NHS, student and community, or disabled discount schemes, and spread the cost with Clearpay or Klarna.

Best value tip: a 3-pair Starter Kit (£49.99) gets your teen started with everything they need; when they are ready for more pairs, a School Set brings the price per pair right down.

First period kit FAQ

What age should you give a first period kit?

Many families give one before the first period arrives, so it is ready when needed. WUKA’s teen pants start at Size 1 for roughly ages 8-12, and the Growing Up Powerful book is aimed at ages 8-12.

What do you put in a period kit for school?

A fresh pair of period pants, a two-pocket wet bag, a few wipes and a spare pair of knickers. A pad as a back-up is a good idea if your teen prefers one.

Is there a first period kit in the UK with period pants?

Yes. The WUKA Teen Period Starter Kit includes 1, 3 or 5 pairs of Teen Stretch™ period pants with a changing bag, wipes and a book, from £34.99 on wuka.co.uk.

How many period pants should be in a starter kit?

Three is a great start: WUKA asked more than 100 customers to design the perfect first set, and their advice was three Heavy flow pairs for day, night and the next day.

Final verdict: the easiest period kit to give

A period kit does not need to be complicated: period pants, a spare, a wet bag, wipes and a reassuring book cover almost everything. The WUKA Teen Period Starter Kit bundles all of that into one tidy pouch for less than buying the pieces separately, which makes it a thoughtful, practical gift for any tween or teen.

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