I want my period, help please

Okay, so it sounds like you're ready for your first period to arrive, and that's totally normal to feel that way! Lots of girls get curious or impatient for it to start, because it's a big step in growing up and everyone else seems to be getting theirs.

Your first period will show up when your body is good and ready, which is usually when you're between 10 and 15, but sometimes earlier or later. There's honestly no magic spell to make it come faster, because it's all about your hormones doing their thing. You can't really rush nature. Think of it like a plant literally growing — you can water it and give it sunshine, but you can't make it sprout leaves on command.

Signs it's getting close

Even though you can't make it happen, you can totally watch for some signs that your body is getting ready. It's like your body gives you little clues before the big event, so you're not totally surprised. These are some of the things that usually happen a few months to a year or two before your first period:

• Breast changes: Your breasts might start developing, like little buds forming under your nipples. This is usually the very first sign of puberty.
• Pubic and underarm hair: Hair starts growing down there and then under your arms.
• Growth spurt: You might notice you're growing taller super fast, like your clothes suddenly feel too small or your shoes are too tight.
• Vaginal discharge: This is a clear or whitish fluid that you might see in your underwear. It means your body is actually getting ready to make hormones that are part of your cycle.

It's kind of cool to see your body changing and getting ready, even if it feels a little slow. And a lot of girls like to get the Soso app to track these signs because it can help them feel more prepared. Btw, if you want to find out roughly when yours is coming, there's a quiz on this site: how close is my first period? — it only takes a minute.