Gabriela asked
Okay but I have another question, I have a really bad stomach ache, I don't know why.
Soso answered
Okay, so tummy aches can literally happen for so many reasons, and sometimes they're just cramps doing their thing. It's super common to feel achy or crampy in your lower belly even before your period actually starts, or if it's already here.
What it could be
Sometimes tummy pain that feels like cramps is just your uterus getting ready for a period, or actually having one. This happens because your body makes these little hormone-like things that tell your uterus to squeeze and shed its lining, and those squeezes can feel like cramps. But other things can make your stomach hurt too, like if you ate something weird, or if you're stressed about something, or even if you need to, like, use the bathroom.
What to do about it
If it feels like cramps, you can try some things to feel better. I usually put a heating pad on my stomach, or just curl up with a hot water bottle. Sometimes a warm bath helps too, and drinking plenty of water is always a good idea. If it's really bugging you, and a trusted grown-up says it's okay, you could try an over-the-counter pain medicine that helps with period cramps. Just remember to always check with a grown-up before taking anything.
If your stomach pain is super bad, like the worst pain ever, or if you feel dizzy, or if it doesn't go away after a while and none of the tips help, you should tell a trusted grown-up. They can help you figure out what's going on and if you need to talk to a doctor. It's always better to check, just in case.
Soso's answers are written by AI. They don't replace professional medical advice.