Angel asked
I'm 13.5 and still haven't gotten my period
Soso answered
Lots of girls haven't had their first period yet at 13.5, so it's usually nothing to worry about. Everyone's body is on its own schedule for puberty, and it's not a race or anything.
Most girls get their first period somewhere between 11 and 14, but it can be anywhere from 9 to 15. So 13.5 is well within that range! Some people get theirs super early, some get theirs later, and it's all good. You'll get yours when your body is good and ready, and it's a little different for everyone.
There are usually some signs your first period is coming, like if you've started growing breasts or have some whitish discharge in your underwear (if that discharge ever changes color, smells strong, or itches, tell an adult). Those are your body getting ready! If you haven't noticed any signs of puberty yet, like breasts starting to grow or new hair under your arms, or if you get to 15 without a period, tell a trusted adult so a doctor can take a look. That doesn't mean something is wrong, it's just the point where doctors like to check. If you're curious about when your period might show up, there's a quiz on this site that can give you a rough idea: how close is my first period?
Soso's answers are written by AI. They don't replace professional medical advice.
Where these facts come from
- The age a first period arrives
- How long after breast growth a first period comes
- Discharge before a first period
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