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Published 09:15 15 Apr 2018 BST
Updated 21:48 12 Apr 2018 BST
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Say hello to The Period Game, a fun way to teach young girls about their growing bodies and what changes are ahead of them.
The board has a 3D model of the female reproductive system, and according to the website, "every turn begins with a player turning one of the two ovaries, releasing a marble into the tray below.
"A red marble came out? Congrats! You got your period. A clear marble? Better luck next time.
"Depending on where your marble takes you, play a protection card, preparation card or go to the nurse’s office."
The designers of the board game are currently looking for manufacturers, but we've no doubt it will be snatched up and sold around the world.
Our favourite part though? It's slogan - Bleed To Succeed. Period.
Feature image: Period Game
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