Hey Sosô, what does it mean when you go to the bathroom and notice a white discharge, and a few days ago you saw a transparent discharge, and on May 15th it was your first period, but the second one didn't come and you've never had sex with anyone and you're having cramps?

Look, this white or transparent discharge you're seeing is vaginal discharge, and it's super normal! Discharge is your body's way of cleaning itself and is a sign that your hormones are starting to work, which is great because it shows your body is getting ready for your period to come for real. It's normal for it to change color and consistency during your cycle, like more transparent or stretchy around ovulation and more white or creamy in other phases.

And the period that didn't come again?

It's super, super normal for your first periods to be a bit messy. Doctors say it can take a year or two for your menstrual cycle to become regular and predictable. After the first one, it might take a few months for the second one to appear, and then it might come more or less, or skip again. Like, don't freak out if it doesn't come next month, okay? Your body is learning to deal with hormones.

And these cramps?

Having cramps even when you're not menstruating yet can happen, you know? Sometimes, your uterus is getting ready, or your hormones are causing some movement down there and you feel some discomfort. If the cramps are really bothering you, talk to a trusted adult to see if you can take something to relieve them, like some herbal tea or a mild medicine that mom or dad approve.

The most important thing is that everything you've described is a normal part of growing up and your body developing. If you want to understand better how your body works and track these signs, the Sosô app was made for that, did you know? You can log your discharge, mood, cramps, and then it helps you understand what's normal for you.