I was just wondering if anyone had any ideas when my 11 year old will get her period. I have no idea, because all my girls got theirs when they were 13 and all the signs when they were 12. She has the signs now is she going to get them or not?
By mc4lifes from Sydney, NSW
There is no "set age". Some start as early as 9 and others into their late teens.
If nothing has happened by age 17, I would suggest a trip to the doctor.
I started when I was 8, and my daughters at 11, 13, 14, 15 and 16.
Diet plays a factor -research has shown that girls who drink a lot of milk with hormones in it tend to start earlier, girls who don't get enough iron start later. Weight plays a factor as well, as being underweight or overweight will delay or stop it (athletic women often stop during training).
Don't pressure her, it isn't anything she can control, and don't make her self conscious or worrisome over it. Actually, having one can be a pain in the rear end when you are young, so enjoy life without it! She won't have to worry about swimming or overnight slumber parties without it!
I would have the discussion with her, and make sure she has a couple pads with her in her purse, so that if the time comes to start when she isn't home, she is prepared.
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I am 15 years old and still haven't gotten my period :O! I have pretty much full grown breasts, a face full of pimples (someone help me about that too I'm trying different oils and washes), and body hair! All of my friends got their periods in 5th or 6th grade! I know periods suck and all, but I'm so anxious! Is there any way to get my period like super fast?
Please help!
You should be getting it soon, as you have the other characteristics of puberty. If you didn't have those, I would have advised you to see your regular doctor, who probably would have referred you to an endocrinologist.
Hi again! Please ask your mom to take you to the doctor just to get you checked out. Periods start anywhere from age 9 to 18, but all of my friends who have girls have said they took their girls to the doc just to check if it didn't happen by 15 just for everyone's peace of mind. Everyone of them was just fine and the doctor told them the are right on time for THEIR metabolism.
I remember wanting it to start too and I can tell you, that was one wish I regretted....but that said, it is a important milestone.
Take it easy on yourself. When you are at the MD you can talk to the doc about ways to treat the acne too. It sounds like old wives tales, but it worked for me, to cut out chocolate, caffeine, soda, and fats. Keep your skin clean and dry also.
Sending up lots of good wishes your way!!! Post back with an update!!!
Honey , don't worry, I didn't start until I was almost 16.
Periods aren't any fun.
Everyone is different! Some of my friends started around 16 while mine started at 9-- big difference. I would not worry yet :)
