Tater asked
So I might get my period soon since I bloated.
Soso answered
Okay, so bloating can totally be a sign that your period is coming, but it's not the only one. Lots of people feel a little puffy or their tummy feels bigger right before their period starts, and it's super normal.
Your body goes through a lot of changes in the days leading up to your period because of hormones. These hormones can make you hold onto more water, and that's what makes you feel bloated. It usually goes away once your period actually starts or a day or two into it.
Some other things that might give you a clue your period is on its way are mood changes, like feeling extra emotional or even a little grumpy, getting pimples, or having breast tenderness. You might also notice a thick, white discharge in your underwear which is also a really common sign that your first period is getting close.
If you want to get a better idea of how close you are, there's a super quick quiz on this site: how close is my first period?
Soso's answers are written by AI. They don't replace professional medical advice.