When do you think I will start my period? I am 11 years old.

Okay so predicting exactly when you'll get your first period is kind of like predicting the weather, because everyone's body is different. But there are some clues you can look for!

Most girls get their first period between ages 10 and 15, but it can totally happen a little earlier or later. It's all about what's going on inside your body with your hormones. You're 11, so you're right in that super common age range when it could pop up anytime.

Signs your period is coming

Your body usually gives you some hints before your period finally arrives. It's like a little sneak peek. These usually happen in order over a few years, but not always:

• Breast buds: This is usually the first sign of puberty for most girls. It means your breasts start to swell a little bit under your nipples.
• Pubic and underarm hair: Little hairs start showing up where your legs meet your body, and then later under your arms.
• Growth spurt: You suddenly get taller really fast! This usually happens a year or two before your first period.
• Vaginal discharge: This one is a big hint! If you start seeing a clear or whitish fluid in your undies, your first period is usually not too far off – like, six months to a year away. It's just your body cleaning itself and is totally normal.

If you want a fun way to guess how close you might be, there's a quiz on this site: how close is my first period?