I was born [date] can you tell me like when or how close I am to my period

Okay so that's a super common question and I totally get why you'd want to know! It's tricky because there's no exact date for when your first period will show up, but there are definitely signs your body gives you.

Your first period usually arrives about two to three years after your breasts start to develop. Most people get theirs between ages 10 and 15, so you're totally in that ballpark! You might also notice a growth spurt where you suddenly feel like you're getting taller really fast, and about six months to a year before your period, you'll probably start seeing some clear or whitish vaginal discharge in your underwear.

What to look for

Keep an eye out for these things as clues:

• Breast buds: These are like little bumps under your nipples that are the start of breast growth.
• Pubic hair: Hair growing under your arms and around your pubic area.
• Growth spurt: Suddenly getting taller or your shoes not fitting anymore.
• Vaginal discharge: Clear or white stuff in your underwear that's not pee.

It can feel super weird waiting for it, and it's totally normal to be curious or a little nervous. You're growing up and your body is getting ready for some big changes, which is pretty cool when you think about it. If you want to get a general idea of how close you might be, there's a quick quiz you can take: how close is my first period?