Facts About Your Period Options

[*mzkandi*]

Facts about abnormal periods

There have been a lot of topics on abnormal period so here is a guide that can hopefully answer some of your questions. Source information comes from
http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/menstruat...truabnormal.htm

You may be experiencing an abnormal period, abnormal uterine bleeding, an abnormal menstrual cycle if...

your menstrual cycle is longer than 31 to 35 days apart, or less than two weeks from day one of your period to day one of your next period.

you are soaking through more than one tampon or sanitary pad in 1 or 2 hours, or if your period lasts longer than 7 days, you may be experiencing excessive uterine bleeding or heavy menstruation.

you experience extremely severe cramps with menstruation. Some cramping is normal during your period, although not all women experience menstrual cramps, if your menstrual cramps seem more severe than normal you should see your health care provider to rule out and/ or diagnose the cause.

you may see clots of tissue in your menstruation, don't worry, this is no cause for alarm! Remember, your period consists of the lining of the uterus which is shed during menstruation, clots are very often a part of this shedding and rarely cause for alarm.

you are a young girl who has recently experienced the onset of menstruation, don't worry if you skip periods or have irregular periods for the first few years. This is very normal.

you are a young girl who extremely active in sports activities you may experience absence of menstruation for long periods of time. The cause of this is not clearly known.

you are a woman who is postmenopausal or a girl who is younger than eleven should see a doctor immediately if they experience uterine bleeding.

you are a young woman who is over 16 and have not started your period. See your health care provider and be sure to ask about the possibility of polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS, particularly if you are experiencing other symptoms of PCOS.

Remember, normal menstrual bleeding lasts about 5 days, and although it may seem like you are losing a lot more blood, the amount of blood lost during your period is only about 2 to 8 tablespoons. Menstruation occurs on average every twenty-eight days; but, anywhere from twenty-five to thirty-one days between periods is considered a normal menstrual cycle. If you think you are experiencing abnormal bleeding or abnormal periods, contact your health care provider for advice about what steps you should take next.

Additional Resource
http://womenshealth.about.com/gi/dynamic/o...Firregular.html

I felt that this topic would be better-suited for the Girls' Locker, considering guys don't have periods.

This post has been edited by Kathleen: Aug 27 2006, 04:02 PM

[iheartjohn]

Thank you for posting this. I you.

[*mzkandi*]

^^
Thank you Felicia

[Paradox of Life]

This is a chance for you girls to get tips and information about your period. For those who have trouble keeping up with their period or those who just have questions!

Science

Irregular Periods

Irregular periods are most common in adolescents, when your period begins. Something similar happens when women reach menopause in mid-to-late forties. It's perfectly normal.

'Don't worry, though, if your cycle does not always last exactly 28 days. Just as most women's bodies aren't proportioned to fit exactly into one dress size, very few women have menstrual cycles that last precisely 28 days.'

-- Dr. Michelle P. Warren

Why do irregular periods occur?

Most commonly, it's because women have not ovulated suring a cycle, so it is delayed.

Why do I have periods?

The ovary inside your body releases an egg because it is not fertilized. This occurs during your menstrual cycle. Ovulation may be delayed or may not come at all, but that's how your body works and it's perfectly normal to sometimes have irregular periods. The blood released is from endometrium, or the lining of the uterus. It builds up and the signal for it to shed off is your regular ovulation cycle and the egg is not fertilized. Heavy bleeding occurs when your period comes late, causing the lining to grow more than it should.

When I have my period, why does the endometrium stop growing?

There's a hormone called progesterone that acts to stop the growth of endometrium. The ovary makes progesterone for 14 days after the endometrium is shed in your period.

Here's a diagram of what a uterus looks like (thumbed):



Living With Your Period

How to help minimize the pain

1. Use a hot water bottle or heating pad to help relax muscles
2. Avoid wearing tampons when your cramps are very severe
3. Exercise 30 minutes a day-

Strech out your muscles and loosen your cramps doing:
- Yoga
- Gymnastics
- Dancing
- Swimming

Get rid of frustrations and/or irritibility with:
- Kick-boxing
- Martial Arts
- Jogging
- Power walking
- Rollerblading

4. Don't lie down and feel sorry for yourself! Do something active to get your mind off cramps!

5. If you have a sore back, avoid standing for too long. Some women find that being in the fetal position helps loosen muscles.

Also, try lying on your back with your feet about 8 inches from your butt. Lift your butt off the ground so it makes a straight line beteen your shoulder and your knees.

Here are some yoga techniques (thumbed):



See a doctor if

1. Severe pelvic pain suddenly appears whether or not you're on your period.
2. Menstrual bleeding increases drastically from normal level.
3. Your periods occur less than every 21 days.
4. You're cramping more than usual or cramping when you regularly don't.
5. Cramps persist after trying medication, exercise and other pain prevention methods.
6. Your period causes sudden high fever, diarrhea, or skin rash.
7. You think you might be pregnant.

Minimizing PMS

1. Less Salt - Salt causes bloating. Snack on carrots, raisins or Cheerios instead.
2. Less Sugar - Sugar intensifies mood swings! Eat cheese or yogurt instead.
3. More wholegrains - Your body needs more nutrients in whole-wheat products.
4. More fruits and veggies - When you're on your period, you're losing nutrients in your blood. Replace them fast with healthy foods! They also relieve cramping and bad moods.

*Did you know?* Fresh pineapple juice contains bromelain, an enzyme that is thought to help relax muscles? It can relieve menstrual cramps too!



How do I know when my period is coming?

- Breasts feel tender
- Feeling tense
- Swelling of abdomen or other parts of body
- Getting zits or pimples
- Pain in parts of body; particularly your back, legs or abdomen.

*Tip* Mark when you start and end your period on a calendar so you can expect when your next period will be. Be prepared and wear a pantiliner the day before you start your period (and obviously on the day of your period). However, periods are often unpredictable. Just try your best to keep track of your periods.

Menstrual Cramp and Pain Relief medicines

- Midol
- PMS Ease
- PMS Essentials - Hormone Balancing Formula
- Nature Sunshine's Products - Cramp Relief
- Birth Control Pill

References
- Exam 5 Review: Chapter 27 Uterine Anatomy
- Tampax Irregular Period Article
- Teenwire
- Midol

[WindSorcerous]

Yeah, I was very annoyed because I usually get my period around every 27 days and I got it on 31 days which is so annoying. For me, my period is delayed due to stress, which is not a good thing...

[coconutter]

Mines just, all over the place.

[shortiiex]

i have a question....can a period can mess up you body and maybe gain weight?

[shortiiex]

^yeah b/c that's what i heard

[Paradox of Life]

Mine is pretty regular, but I've been getting it for 5 years sooooooooooo....
That made me chuckle. *or

Helpful, once again Katt.

Lmao, my bad. -edits-

[Aoiro]

Yes, sometimes I wouldn't have my period for two whole months, and I got pretty scared.
But then it came, though I hate periods, but at least everything was alright.
>3<

[*mzkandi*]

Topics Merged and title editted.

Since I made a topic about periods a while ago I decided merge mine and Katts topics together and edit the title.

[Soleil]

imma 17 and i get mine every 2 months :D

[sw33t_rouge]

2 to 8 tablespoon of blood..yea right -.-

[Crich323]

I think it's so weird how athletic girls skip their period. My friend who is a cross country and track runner get's her period about every other month!
You would think that would encourage us women to run more....

[jenn_jenny]

;D;D

[doork]

Thank you for posting this!

[*My Cinderella.*]

Thank you so much!

[LOWinSKANK]

ive tried everything for 3 years to regulate my period. PFT.
doctor here i come.

[SarahxJoy]

Two to eight tablespoons? Really?
I never knew that, but thinking of it like that..ehck.

[maguti]

Pineapples? Wow i love pineapples. thanks for posting all of this =]

[ditzychic496]

ya so im really confussed...all my friends talk about their periods n stuff...and ive never had mine...but the last week of the month i have HORRIBLE cramps...i dont know wat 2 do?!

[iDecay]

If you don't get it by 16, go see a doctor. (I believe that's what the age was. I haven't done research, I'm just saying what I remember from health. )

Umm. You're probably getting yours soon, I guess. Try using a heating pad.

[_sarcastic_]

should this be in health?

go see a doctor bout it
but i'm pretty sure it's coming

[Laughsalot]

oh man. when u get ur period it means ur healthy. how much do u weigh?

[*Zatanna*]

---> Health

I'm also going to merge your question with" Facts about your periods thread", which is incredibly helpful.

[Smoogrish]

My pediatrician said you usually get your period when you hit about 100 pounds.

[Yoursl]

my periods weird.. i have it for 3 days.. then it tottally stops for 1 day.. then i have it for 1 more day... then its over
i dont understand it
but i am very very very active
so it might have something to do with that

[midgetytina]

periods suck. i think i missed mine. but, i think it's because of stress. stress can do that, they can make you loose your period, and then it makes you all freaked out and everything. periods are a drag

[sissyboi]

thanks for the info (replying with my brother looking away)

[nilee08]

thats very good facts

[oboechick]

I think it's so weird how athletic girls skip their period. My friend who is a cross country and track runner get's her period about every other month!
You would think that would encourage us women to run more....

Yeah. I've played on my school soccer teams since 7th grade. I managed to not get my period til the end of my freshman year of high school. But I absolutlely LOVE soccer season, because sometimes I manage to go through the whole season without a period ... no joke! Too bad I don't have time to play on the college soccer team because of my crap schedule of tons of classes and then work every night. Oh well .. I'm gonna have to start working out on my own or just find another team to play on, I guess.

[Trinie]

Mines just, all over the place.

so is mine!! but all this was very informational. thank you!

[*Kathleen*]

I'm bleeding.. purple. Is that normal?

[Anna-x-chan]

Oh my God this topic made me think of when I first had mine, LOL.
I thought I was gonna die. But thanks for posting, its interesting.

[*Kathleen*]

This one girl in my gym class was seriously contemplating a sex change due to the amount of cramps she was getting from her period today. I was amused.

[MalamaMulisha]

I only get mine for three days at the longest so it's alright i suppose

[Tard<3]

Ok.. So I'm new to the whole period thing
I got my first period last month..
EXACTLY the morning of sept 29th, around 8:10
I got it again YESTERDAY.. it hasn't been long this the last one :/
The last one was SUPER light and light light brown, it lasted three days.
This one is SUPER heavy.. I've ruined 4 pairs of underwear since yesterday, Its gushing all over.. Dark red, soaking up the pads quickly..

Is this possible?
To get your period earlier than normal?
Bear in mind its only my second one
But its nasty.. and I'm confused!

[-sincerely]

Ok.. So I'm new to the whole period thing
I got my first period last month..
EXACTLY the morning of sept 29th, around 8:10
I got it again YESTERDAY.. it hasn't been long this the last one :/
The last one was SUPER light and light light brown, it lasted three days.
This one is SUPER heavy.. I've ruined 4 pairs of underwear since yesterday, Its gushing all over.. Dark red, soaking up the pads quickly..

Is this possible?
To get your period earlier than normal?
Bear in mind its only my second one
But its nasty.. and I'm confused!

my doctor specializes in children and adolescents.. she told me that for the first two years, it's okay to have an abnormal period. my two years is coming up in december.

[cant_friggen_tou...]

Thanks for posting all of this information. I can really get used to having my period now! I have only had it for about 6 months now, so I am still getting used to it, but at the same time, I know when it starts and when it ends, so I have pads with me everday! lol!

[dysfunctional_he...]

I'm bleeding.. purple. Is that normal?

Oh dear god. I sure hope you're joking.

[*.fire*]

OH MY GOOOSSHH IM BLEEDING BLLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDINNNNNGGG!!!! THE PAIN THE PAIN!!!!!!!! IM GOING TO DIE!!!!!!!

[snuffleluffakis]

If you are just getting yours...its most likely not on scheduale. I've had mine for almost 3 years, and I didn't know my scheduale (which is every 25 days instead of the usual 28) till this year. So dont worry if you have just gottne your period.

[*x1227x*]

lol @ .fire

mine comes either in the beginning of the month or the end. =/

[moninja]

got this from cosmogirl and i thought it was helpful.

your menstrual cycle's horomone fluctuations can make you creative and energetic some days, intutive and nuturing on others. here gabrielle gichterman, author of 28 days, explains how what she calls hormonolgy helps you make the most of your hormonal up and downs. (btw, week one begins on the first day of your period.)

week 1: you're slow-moving and you have trouble making decisions.
why: your period is here and estrogen and testosterone are low and sapping your energy.
maximize your mood: because you're not at your sharpest this week, put off making any drastic decisions, like trying a new short haircut or swithcing your college major, until next week. re-energize yourself by taking frequent naps so that you can be the best you can.

week 2: you're at your peak - your memory is at its sharpest. and you're confident, with lots of energy.
why: estrogen and testosterone are at their highest levels, so you're energentic and thinking faster!
maximize your mood: schedule tests if you can (like the SAT or your driving test), and try a new sport (roller derby, anyone?). skip slow activites (long plays, piano concerts: you'll get bored.

week 3: you're feeling mellow and especially self-protective.
why: after ovulation comes a surge in progesterone, which makes you a bit cautious.
maximize your mood: go with the slow - make time for yourself (try meditating). have a heart-to-heart with someone who needs your advice or someone you've been having problems with. and avoid taking risks-try bungee jumping some other time!

week 4: you're intuitive, creative, and introspective about your feelings.
why: a drop in testosterone has you thinking with your right brain (the visual, artistic side). estrogen and progesterone are also at their lowest points, making your suspectible to mood swings.
maximizing your mood: take PMS with artsy projects like DIY'ing a necklage or writing a song. east your moods by indulging in guilty pleasures.

[Stefanny]

2 to 8 tablespoon of blood..yea right -.-

A lot of your menstrual blood is mixed with fluids and such. You know, those to support the possible baby?

[k33zy]

i dont really know why, but i get a major chocolate crave when ever my period comes.

[Simba]

i dont really know why, but i get a major chocolate crave when ever my period comes.

As Diana (a painefull euphoria) informed me, many girls get a chocolate crave because of the loss of iron from blood loss.

I'm not 100% sure, so looking it up in a trustworthy source wouldn't hurt, but hopefully that clears things up a bit.

[*Duchess of Dork*]

^ I had to pop in here when I saw a response by AC.

I crave anything salty when I'm in full moon mode.

You know, actually I was thinking about it. I always refer to that time of month as full moon mode and I came upon this article on WebMD today:
Here's the part that I thought was cool

The Moon Cycle

A normal menstrual cycle is actually more like a moon cycle. Interestingly, the only event in human life that corresponds to the lunar calendar is menstruation. Time itself was probably first measured by the moon's phases. One of the problems with the current English calendar is that the months don't coincide exactly with the solar year. In our current system, the months were made to fit by Gregory XIII, who gave them an arbitrary number of days unrelated to the moon calendar. So our calendar actually puts us out of sync with the moon.

The word menstrual comes from the Latin word mens meaning "month"; the word month comes from the root word moon. The Greek word for moon is mene, while menstruation actually means "moon change." (In some dictionaries, the root word for month and menstruation is measure.) The point of all this is to simply establish that a far more accurate and positive interpretation of menstruation was recorded in our history through language.

Countless other languages and cultures link menstruation to the moon as well. German peasants literally refer to menstruation as "the moon," while the French term for menstruation is le moment de la lune ("the moment of the moon"). The Mandingo, Susus, and Congo tribes also call menstruation "the moon," while in parts of East Africa, menstruation is thought to be caused by the new moon. The Papuans believe that the moon has intercourse with girls, triggering their periods; the Maori call menstruation "moon sickness"; the Fuegians call the moon "The Lord of the Women." Clearly the belief that the lunar cycle is identical to the menstrual cycle is universal. There is even some remarkable physical evidence that connects the moon to menstruation even more; for example, the cervix, metra in Greek, referring again to the word measurement, and also called the "meter of a woman," changes color, size, and position during menstruation. In fact, when it's viewed with a speculum (an instrument doctors use to open up the vagina), the cervix has been said to resemble a globe. Even in pregnancy, the embryo is shaped like the moon; the embryo starts out round and full, and as it becomes a fetus, it curves like the half-moon.

All this evidence suggests that women are perhaps far more in tune to the natural rhythms of the universe than they think. Meanwhile, comprehending the similarities between the menstrual and lunar cycles is crucial in order to understand what a healthy, normal menstrual cycle really is. Women are also in tune with other women's cycles; two women living together will often synchronize cycles. The rhythmic timing of menstruation also provides women with a sense of their own timing, other than just daylight.

From Menstrual Health article at WebMD

[Simba]

^ Well, just trying to broaden my horizons.

[k33zy]

wow, i didnt even know that, im glad i do now. i always thought that my iron might have been low.

[radinplaid2345]

thanks for the info!

[Simba]

wow, i didnt even know that, im glad i do now. i always thought that my iron might have been low.

I'm glad I'm able to help girls learn a thing or two about their period.

[HakunaMatata]

This'll be spam, but just to tell you know Arjuna, when I saw that you replied to this thread I was like "WTH!?!?"

[*Kathleen*]

Oh dear god. I sure hope you're joking.

...why would I joke about something like that?

[solaeclipsx]

Hi i need some halp i didnt know wer els to go till i found you all on hear iv been having my period now for 5 months iv spoken to my doctor and as she says is "well it happens some times" im now looking for a new doctor but would like some advise from anyone that could halp me its geting to the point wer i cant have sex with my bf and im feeling low and fed up all the time can anyone please give me some ideas on how to stop my bleeding ? or do thay know y im bleeding for so long?

[AriiJanaa]

my mom has this problem where she gets really heavy bleeding n hers is irregular as well..she went to the doctor n done evey test available but even the doctors dont know whats wrong..wow..but this was helpfull tnxx..

[Donniebrasco1234]

To Communist Daughter:

What the hell are you thinking to tell that poor women that it sounds like her vagina is dying. What the hell is wrong with you, I will be happy to be banned from this forum if it allows me the chance to tell you that you are a sick , twisted , demented BITCH!!!! She came here scared and confused and looking for help and you had that to say!!! I HOPE YOUR VAGINA DIES YOU DUMB BITCH!!!

For all the women that are on here pls take the advice of a women who are sincere and care not from someone like Communist Daughter who probably doesn't even remember what her vagina looks like!!!!


Hey sweetie my best advice is just go see a doctor. Hope all goes well and May God Bless you!!!

[TEEEZY]

Thank you for sharing the information!

[*Kathleen*]

OMGZZ IVE HAD MY PERIOD FOR NINE DAYZZZ. WAT DO I DOOOOOOO!!!?!

[*Duchess of Dork*]

^ Call the Obs MD, Kathleen. :) Also, have you (provided your parents will allow you to) considered birth control? Helps regulate.

[*Kathleen*]

^ Out of all seriousness, I've begged/attempted to persuade them into allowing me to get it. It's not like I'm having sex all the time or anything, either -- my boyfriend lives on the other side of the country. But I want it for all the other reasons OTHER THAN its initial (i.e. regulation, relief for cramps, etc.) purpose, y'know?

In all seriousness,

OKEE thx rebecca. ill d0 tht

[Ausculta]

I'm 13, and I already started my period, and everything is fine, but whenever I have my period, I worry I'm going to bleed on the sheets (at night; this has already happened before), or on my jeans when I'm walking. Is there anything I can do to stop myself from bleeding on my sheets? (normally I just check my pants quickly, and my jeans are fine at school)

[*Monochrome.*]

^wear a over night protection pad to bed?

[Ausculta]

Oh, well, my mom knows already that I have my period, but I'm just too embarrassed to ask her to go buy those. I'm too embarrassed to even tell her that the pads are out (usually my sister just puts more in). Ah, well, I guess it's not a big deal.

[Stefanny]

^ Try wearing a tampon with a pad for extra protection against leakage. Works for me when I'm having a heavy period.

[Sammiebanks]

i awlays thought periods were bad, but phewwww try having kids you'd never moan about how your periods were again LOL

this topic is soooooo helpful, thanks, i even managed to direct one of my sisters onto it and it helped her. she's not a particularly open girl and so this really helped, thanks

[solaeclipsx]

well i stoped bleeding for a few days so me and my bf desided to try having sex and low and behold i started bleeding agen the next day this is so anoyingits been like this for 6 months.

[roamer]

thank you so much for posting this .. i have had lots of question though i already went to my gyno.. i had my period for 2 months continuously.. OUCH it was a drag

[*Monochrome.*]

well i stoped bleeding for a few days so me and my bf desided to try having sex and low and behold i started bleeding agen the next day this is so anoyingits been like this for 6 months.

I think its time to see a doctor about that =/

[cancholac]

Thank you this is really helpful.
Your Awesome

[*Intercourse.*]

Well I wrote this to help this girl on packing a period kit in this topic.

Trying to come up with a "Period Kit"

Someone said it was helpful so I thought I would post it in here..


1. Calcium Or Tums - if you take enough calcium a day or at least 4 of those Tums it will really help and help decrease some of the symptoms from your period such as bloating, food cravings, and moodiness..

2. Drink tons of water & stay clear of salt - Salt retains the water in your body which is probably the biggest and main cause of being bloated, water flushes out all the toxins in your body and will make your feel better. Also if your really moody on your period you may want to stay away from the caffeine

3. If your on the go a lot then get those Thermacare heatwraps - I'm sure they'll work wonders Cramps are just muscle spasms in the uterus, and the easiest way to relax them is with heat. Heating pads of course work well too if your able to just sit or lay down and rest. For really bad cramps though a good suggestion is to use anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen. And of course what many love midol I'm sure will help too

4. Tampons/pads - of course.

Suggestion

5. Exercise - Even though its the last thing you would ever want to do at a time like this, it works really well. Exercising helps regulate hormones, decreases stress (nice when your really stressed about school and things ;]), and your body is producing endorphins which naturally put you in a good mood


Hope this helps?

[priyas]

^^thank you

[GlennGal]

OMG i can totally relate to you guys, and everything that you're saying. im so glad i found this site. hey guys help out my friend's band!! they're amazing..


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[*Monochrome.*]

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^niño de mierda del moron

this is a thread about periods and you want to promote your friends band.LMAO.

[Mašaa]

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[z3nn1]

This is a very informative topic. Nice reading

[deplorable]

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[stay infinite]

hah....I am 15,and I hate when I have period...and i cant wash my hair and its sucks...i hate it...i look like a monster... ...hh...but anyway...whats up with you guys...
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Why can't you wash your hair?

[*Monochrome.*]

Theres some people who dont like to shower when they are on their period.They dont like cleaning down there knowing that blood is comming out..If that makes sense

My sister used to be like that...smelled nasty

[stay infinite]

^not to sound mean or anything but that is completely disgusting. Its something that is completely natural and happens to everyone.

[*Mercy*]

Well why do you think I dont live with Fishy Mcgee anymore? Lol

[hippieface805]

i have a question....can a period can mess up you body and maybe gain weight?

It makes you bloat.
For a couple of days.
No, it shouldn't mess up your body...
It's totally natural and it keeps your body in balance more than messes it up.
It can't make you permanently gain weight, no.
[Sorry if someone else has replied, I didn't check.]

[*stephinika*]

^not to sound mean or anything but that is completely disgusting. Its something that is completely natural and happens to everyone.

Just gotta say that yes it is something completely natural for women, but people do need to clean...
Otherwise, that's just unhygienic.

[LUVMELUVUNOT17]

oh i hate my period!

[GimmieDisco]

wellllll. If you don't shower it gets a bit nasty "down there" too...
I personally like to be Clean...."down there".
but yeah...I like to shower because the hot water reduces my cramps.[color="#48D1CC"][/color]

[pictures]

just testing my siggy.

[ashxx69xbaby]

ive had mine for 7 years now. and before i started birth control i had cramps to were i couldnt hold food down cuz the cramps were soo bad. then i got on the pill and i get back cramps and cramps. they say that birth control is suppose to help the cramps but it sometimes doesnt and ive had mine for a year almost.

[glowstick]

mine scares me.
because i just got it in january.
ill have all the PMS syptoms.
and then miss it that month.

is that normal?

[jewface]

I'm a late bloomer and i started in May, but i haven't had it since. Should i be worried?

[theRegalDance]

I'm definetly abnormal ~ ish =P

I'm athletically active yet I stopped playing during the summer due to the hot weather (lazy me )

I haven't gotten it for 'bout... 2 months :D? And when it happens, it's like a faucet turned on forever and ever

*2 minutes later*

oh man I should stop reading the posts, I'm starting to feel queezy ~~"

[kino2]

this is very imformative but i want to know when do you need to change your pad/tampon?

[RAWRstephishere]

this is very imformative but i want to know when do you need to change your pad/tampon?

When it gets full.

[imbossy]

WWOOW!! Thanxx alot..never knew sum stuff

[jewface]

im 14
for whoever asked.

it sucks.
im last of all my friends to start.
(and still haven't had my second.)

[babygirl694925]

Hi im 13 years old and im in 8th grade. i got my first period about 2months after my 13th birthday (may 25)when i first got it it was heavy for 7 days or longer i cant reamber well and for like 3months iv had it like 2 weeks apart. it was due sept 17 and its now the 20th i had the simtims of it but it hasnt come is it posible since i have gotten it so much that its like tired..lol and it is skiping a month is this normal

PS mind the spelling i cant speel well lol

[xcorphz]

I guess that's just normal for teens like us. You're experiencing an abnormal period like me.

[Nee-BaD-Creation...]

I'M JUST STARTING OUT ON THE CHEERLEADING SQUAD AT MY SCHOOL, & I WANNA KNOW HOW IS IT POSSIBLE TO DO CHEERS WHEN YOUR MENSTRAL CYCLE IS ON?...WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO HANDEL THAT SITUATION?[/size][size="4"][color="#9932CC"][/color]

[treschicgeek]

I'M JUST STARTING OUT ON THE CHEERLEADING SQUAD AT MY SCHOOL, & I WANNA KNOW HOW IS IT POSSIBLE TO DO CHEERS WHEN YOUR MENSTRAL CYCLE IS ON?...WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO HANDEL THAT SITUATION?

I do ballet & a bunch of other dance so I know what you're going through. Just use a tampon when you're cheering/practicing. Usually that does the trick since pads + ballet = ugh...no.

PS: Don't use all caps when you type, it's pretty annoying and hard to read.

[Insurmountable]

^Yea I got to agree.

Just use a tampon..thats what their mainly made for was for sports.

[12345698765]

Thanks for posting this. One time I missed a period for 2 months and thought i was pregnant. i was really freaked out.