My first period was on May 15, 2006, but it hasn't returned since, and sometimes I notice a clear liquid from my intimate area. I've never had sexual relations with anyone. Could this have been spotting because it's so late?

Look, it's super normal for your period to be a bit erratic at the beginning, you know? Like, it comes once and then takes forever to show up again. Many girls go through that!

What might be happening?

In the first few years after your first period, your body is still getting used to all these new hormones. It's like it's learning how to do things, and sometimes it makes small mistakes, but that's normal! That's why irregular cycles are common: your period might come one month, skip the next, or take a long time to arrive. Doctors even say that the first year or two can be quite messy, so don't worry too much about the "delay" just yet.

And that clear liquid you noticed is vaginal discharge! It's super normal and healthy. It helps to clean and keep your vagina protected. The amount and texture of it can change a bit throughout the month, depending on hormones. If it's clear, whitish, or slightly light yellowish, and doesn't have a strong smell or irritate you, everything is fine.

Now what?

Even though it's normal, it's good to keep an eye on it and maybe talk to a trusted adult, like your mom, aunt, or the person who takes care of you. Just so they know what's going on and can help you if you need anything or want to see a doctor to confirm that everything is okay. You can even use a thin pad or panty liner if the discharge bothers you a little, just to feel drier.

Oh, and so you can properly track when your period comes (or doesn't come, during this crazy phase), the app Sosô was made for that. You can log everything you feel, including discharge, and it will show you your body's patterns.