And I have my nipple buds growing they growed for now they are paused getting ready to grow again and I also have random cramps sometimes and constipation

Okay so growing nipple buds and sometimes having cramps and constipation are actually super normal signs that your body is getting ready for your first period. Your body does a lot of work before that first period shows up!

First, those nipple buds are a classic, normal part of breast development. It's totally fine for them to grow, then pause, then grow again. Puberty is like that sometimes, it's not always a straight line with all the changes happening at once. Your body is just figuring things out and growing in its own way.

And the cramps and constipation are pretty common too. Sometimes your period is like a sneaky little surprise, giving you practice cramps before it even arrives. It's your uterus just getting warmed up for the real show, and it's nothing to worry about. Constipation can also happen because of hormones as your body changes and gets closer to your period. Plus, it can actually make cramps feel worse sometimes!

If the cramps are bothering you, try drinking some warm water or putting a warm heat pack on your belly. You can also try to eat more foods with fiber like fruits, veggies, and whole grains to help with the constipation. If you're really uncomfortable though, you can always talk to a grown-up about it just in case. They might have a good tip or want to check in with a doctor. You can also check out this quiz to see how close is my first period? to find out a little more detail.