I have a lot of period signs? Like body odor, vaginal discharge, and not being able to sleep, mood swings, bigger hips, pubic and chest hair, a lol and discharge.

Wait, it sounds like you're going through puberty! All those things you listed, like body odor, vaginal discharge, mood swings, bigger hips, and pubic and chest hair, are totally normal signs that your body is changing and getting ready for your first period. Getting your period isn't just one thing that happens out of nowhere; it's like a whole series of changes that lead up to it.

What's happening

Okay so, your body starts making more hormones, and these hormones are like little messengers that tell your body to grow and change. That's why you might notice things like:

• Body odor: Your sweat glands become more active, and that can make you smell different. A good deodorant can help with this.
• Vaginal discharge: This is super common and totally normal. It's your body's way of cleaning itself out. It usually looks clear or white and can feel a little wet down there. It can start several months to even a year before your first period.
• Mood swings: Hormones can make your feelings go up and down like a rollercoaster. One minute you're fine, the next you're crying over nothing. It's a real thing, and it usually gets better as your body adjusts.
• Bigger hips: Your body is changing its shape, and it's totally normal for your hips to get wider. This is just part of growing into your adult body.
• Pubic and chest hair: Hair growth in new places is another classic sign of puberty. Your body is maturing, and this is just one of the ways it shows it. Chest hair is less common for girls, but if it's light and fine, it's probably just peach fuzz getting a bit darker.

And yeah, sometimes puberty stuff can mess with your sleep, and those mood swings can be tough. Remember that all of this means your body is doing exactly what it's supposed to do. You're not alone, and lots of kids your age are going through the same exact stuff.

If you want to find out roughly when yours might show up, there's a quiz on this site: how close is my first period? – it's pretty quick.