At what age do periods start?

Your periods will start when your body is ready. This is usually between age 10 and 16, or 2 years after your first signs of puberty. Possible reasons for delayed periods include being underweight, doing lots of exercise (including dance, gymnastics and athletics), stress and a hormone imbalance.

Is it normal for a 9 year old to have a period?

When do periods start? Most young people will have their first periods when they're between 11 and 14½, but anywhere from 9-16 years is considered normal.

What are the first signs of a girl starting her period?

PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is when a girl has emotional and physical symptoms that happen before or during her period. These symptoms can include moodiness, sadness, anxiety, bloating, and acne. The symptoms go away after the first few days of a period.

What does your 1st period look like?

For some, the first period is light, with a small amount of blood. It may begin gradually, starting with some spotting or brown discharge before becoming red. For others, periods begin suddenly, with bright red blood appearing straight away. In either case, this is normal.

What is the youngest age to get period?

In the United States, a child may get their first period when they're about 12. However, anytime between 10 and 15 is within the average range. It's not entirely unusual for a first period to happen as young as 8 or as old as 16.

When should a girl's periods start? - Dr. Shefali Tyagi

What causes a girl to get her period early?

Early periods often result from hormonal changes, especially during puberty and perimenopause. Many underlying medical conditions, including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis, can also cause menstrual irregularities.

Who was the oldest person to get their period?

The median age at natural menopause was 50.9 yr. The oldest menstruating women were 57 yr old.

How do I tell my mom I got my period?

Take a deep breath, walk up to her and say something like, "This is really embarrassing, but I need to talk to you about my first period." She might be surprised, but your mom can get to the point right away — and she'll probably do her best to make the conversation as painless as possible.

Does your first period hurt?

Girls commonly experience pain and tightness in their lower abdomen and back around the start of their period. These cramps are usually mild and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers, but you should talk to your daughter's doctor if her cramps are severe.

How long after pubic hair is first period?

Growing pubic hair: Just after your breasts start to form, you'll probably start growing pubic hair. It will be soft and thin at first, but it'll get coarser over time. Your period usually arrives around one to two years after.

What is first period called?

Menarche is defined as the first menstrual period in a female adolescent. Menarche typically occurs between the ages of 10 and 16, with the average age of onset being 12.4 years.

Do you get pubic hair before your period?

As your hormones change, so does your body. In the years leading up to your first period, you'll notice changes in your nipples, chest and pubic hair.

Why does my 4 year old have pubic hair?

During adrenarche, the adrenal glands, which sit on the kidneys, begin to churn out weak "male" hormones. That, in turn, can cause kids to develop some pubic hair, underarm hair and body odor. Those adrenal-related changes can happen in the absence of "true" puberty, Kohn explained.

Which age periods will stop?

Overview. Menopause is the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles. It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in the United States.

Do boys get periods?

Guys don't have periods because they don't have a uterus, but their bodies develop and change too – the changes are just different. For example: their voice changes and they develop hair on their face and other parts of their bodies. So, although guys don't get periods, their bodies do go through changes too.

Why do pads have wings?

Some pads have extra material on the sides. These "wings" fold over the edges of your underwear to help hold the pad in place and prevent leaking. There are many different types of pads, including: super.

Are pads with wings better?

The wings fold over the edges of the middle of your undies so that the pad stays securely in place and gives you extra protection against leaks. Pads also come without wings. Some girls find the pads without wings less fussy to stick and re-stick if required.

How do you ask for a pad?

You may be embarrassed to let, say, a teacher or the school nurse know you need to buy pads or get them from the office. You can try writing the request down on a slip of paper if you're not comfortable saying it out loud. Write something like, "I had my period and I need a pad. Can I please go to the office?"

Is it OK to shower on my period?

The bottom line. Taking a bath on your period is safe and may actually help some of your period-related symptoms. If the idea of soaking in a tub while you're bleeding gives you the heebie-jeebies, you can always take a shower instead.

How do I hide my pad?

Slip it under the waistband of your pants or skirt and hide it under your shirt, slide it between your boot and your ankle, or put it under a bra strap. If you have long sleeves, you can tuck a pad or tampon under the cuff or roll it up inside your sleeve.

Why do I look older before my period?

Your skin during menstruation. During the first days of your cycle, levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone are low. This causes dry, dull skin and can make lines or wrinkles appear more obvious.

How do I talk to my daughter about periods?

Talk early and often

Don't plan a single tell-all discussion. Instead, plan on a series of conversations. If your child asks questions about menstruation, answer them openly and honestly. If your child isn't asking questions, it's up to you to start talking about menstruation.

Is it normal to not have a period at 17?

It's common, especially in the first 2 years after a girl starts getting her period, to skip periods or to have irregular periods. Illness, rapid weight change, or stress can also make things more unpredictable.