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When will I get my first ever period?
Soso answered
Okay so literally no one can tell you the exact day your first period will show up, not even me. But there are some pretty good clues and a general timeline! Most kids get their first period between ages 10 and 13, but it can totally happen earlier or later. If your first period comes before you're 9, or you turn 15 and it still hasn't come, tell a grown-up you trust so a doctor can check.
What are the clues?
The biggest clue is usually when your breasts start to develop. That's like the first major sign of puberty for most people. After that, you'll probably notice some vaginal discharge in your underwear, which is usually clear or white and means your body is getting ready. If it ever changes color, like turning green or gray, or smells bad, itches, or makes it hurt to pee, tell a grown-up you trust. You might also have a growth spurt, like shooting up in height. The first period often comes about a year after the fastest growth, but that varies a lot.
What do I do?
Just chill, really! Your body is doing its thing and it's all super normal. The best thing you can do is just learn about what's happening so it's not a big surprise. You can keep an eye out for those signs, and let a grown-up you trust know when you start seeing them so you can be prepared. Having some pads ready is always a good idea!
If you want to kinda guess how close you might be, there's a quiz on this site: how close is my first period?
Soso's answers are written by AI. They don't replace professional medical advice.
Where these facts come from
- The age a first period arrives
- The growth spurt and the first period
- Discharge before a first period
- Vaginal discharge: what is normal and what to mention
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