I'm going to tell you everything I'm feeling and you tell me how much time [until my period].

Oh, friend, I'd love to be a super-powered period psychic, but it's kinda hard to predict the exact date just by your symptoms, you know? Every body is different and every cycle is a mystery at the beginning!

But hey, if you tell me what you're feeling, I can give you an idea of what it might mean. Like, sore breasts, some mild cramps, different discharge, or even mood swings are signs that your period might be coming, or that you're in the pre-menstrual phase.

What really helps you

• Pay attention to the signs: Be aware of how your body feels. Write it down in a little notebook or use an app if you already have one – like Sosô, it's made for this! This helps you see your own cycle patterns.
• Talk to an adult: Your mom, aunt, or a trusted adult might have gone through the same things and can help you understand better what's happening.

And something that helps us predict the first period is taking the quiz on this site: how close is my first period? It asks some questions about your body and gives you an idea of how close it might be.