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everything is going great with my body

-- Contributed by: danaysha

Hi Heather,

Everyone develops at different rates. Hang in there and it will happen.

-- Contributed by: Marcelina Hardy

i am 16 havent started my peroid and my breast really havent grown i am pretty tall but im not sure if its normal

-- Contributed by: Heather

Tegan,

Keep discussing this with your doctor, as irregular periods are something to keep track of. However, many full grown women still have irregular periods -- so that can also be completely normal. Stress can also affect your cycle, so if you are stressed about your periods -- that could also delay them! Keep on going to regular doctor appointments and mention your concerns -- but then go relax and do something fun. Forget about your periods! They will come when your body is ready :)

-- Contributed by: Debbie Vasen

Hi, i'm 14 years old and i had my first period when i was about 11. Sometimes i skip a period for months for no apprent reason. It's confusing. i've seen a doctor about it and they no idea what it is. They thought i was pregnant which isn't possible, since i'm a virgin. It's currently been four months since my last period and i am seriously concerned. They say irregular periods are normal for the first two years. it's the third year and it's still irregular. It's also never the same.

-- Contributed by: Tegan

HI Lacy,

The article, Stages of Puberty in Girls may help you. Good luck!

-- Contributed by: Marcelina Hardy

hie my name is lacy and i live with my grandparents cause my mom is in Nashville and i have to wright about puberty and periods and i need a little help on puberty

-- Contributed by: lacy

Liesha,

Do you have regular periods? Many girls at 16 still don't get their periods every month because their bodies are still regulating.

If your periods are regular, you may be calculating the time it comes this month incorrectly. A pregnancy test will tell you if you are pregnant after the day of your missed period. So you either are testing too early or it's not time for your period to start. Take another test in a week if your period doesn't show. Also, keep in mind that if you are stressed out (that you are pregnant or for another reason) your period can be late because of that. Good luck!!!

-- Contributed by: Marcelina Hardy

Im 16 years old and i still havent got my period,this month. but i have had sex.im scared i might be pregnant. although,i got the highest level of pregnany test yet they say im not(:

-- Contributed by: Liesha

Hi Hannah, There's most likely nothing wrong with you and it's just how your body is. If it concerns you though, speak to your doctor about it.

-- Contributed by: Marcelina Hardy

umm,hi i'm hannah and i am twelve and turn 13 on march 29th, well i am very curious why my nipples are hard like basically all the time,like literally all the time unless i am like in the shower with warm water,and well i was wanting to know if there is something wrong with me?

-- Contributed by: hannah

Hi Kayleigh, Everyone matures at different rates. While some people can start their period as young as 9, most don't until their early teens. If you are very concerned about this, speak with your family physician or your mother.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

I am 11 in a few days, but I have had a discharge for a year and half. Does this mean I will start my period very soon?

-- Contributed by: Kayleigh Morrison

Hi Jessica, The best place to start is to talk with your doctor. They can check to make sure there isn't anything medically wrong. Try not to worry until you see your doctor. Many girls, especially those who are growing fast and tall, get their periods later than their peers.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

I am 13 turning 14 and still haven't had my priod? What is wrong with me? Advice Please!!!!

-- Contributed by: Jessica Huttin

Hi Stella, You've taken a step in the right direction- trying to discuss this problem with someone. I know this is going to sound impossible, but you really need to find a counselor for your problem. Anorexia and Bulimia are obsessive compulsive disorders that need to be treated by a specialist. There may also be some physical problems as a result of the anorexia.

Make no mistake, this is a serious problem that you'll have to address. As you get older, it becomes easier for people with these disorders to really mess up their body's natural balance. They create potassium deficiencies and are susceptible to heart attacks. Please get help now. There is no magic diet that can help you overcome this problem.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

Hi, Charlotte. I'm 18 and I've got some serious troubles with my body and life style. I had anorexia when I was 16 and at that time I lost a lot of weight. My periods stopped. Whenever I gain weight I get periods back, but it is very hard for me to change my mind about my eating habits. I always think that I eat too much. Now I have bulimia, I binge on almost every food we have at home, but I know that once I am back at my normal weight I will start controlling my meals again. I don't know what to do in this situation. Could you, please, suggest some eating plan, and tell me my normal weight for my age. I'm 5'7" and about 117 lb. Thanks a lot.

-- Contributed by: Stella

Hi Worried and Confused, The whitish discharge is normal, and for some people, it seems to happen more when they are exercising or are hot all of the time (thank you summer weather!). This isn't anything to worry about as long as it doesn't have a foul-smelling odor (that would probably be a yeast infection). If that happens, by all means tell you mom so you can go to the doctor.

As for your labia, every one has differences in this part of their anatomy, some are larger, many are much smaller. If you feel really uncomfortable talking with your mom about this, you should really talk to your doctor or OBGYN (gynecologist). He or she could discuss what could be done to ease your discomfort. It could be as simple as changing the style or material of your underwear (cotton as opposed to nylon).

There is also a great book on the market that may be of interest to you. Body Drama by Nancy Redd (former Miss Virginia). It covers the issues you mention and has lots of photos that help teen girls understand their bodies better. If your public library (or school library) doesn't have this book, consider buying it on Amazon.com or your local retail bookstore (about $14.00).

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

Hi, Charlotte. I'm a 16 year old girl and I've got a few questions. I noticed that my labia is a lot larger than is normal. I mean extremely large and it's uncomfortable in clothing, makes a mess when I'm on my period and I'm very self-conscious because of it. It's so large that I can't even tell where my ...oris is anymore. I'm worried to talk to my mom about it...it's really embarrassing and I don't think she'll do anything to "fix" it...advice?

And one other question: I read above that a whitish discharge is normal around my age...but I've had it for about three years and my period for a little while less...but I still have the discharge in my underwear EVERY DAY. I'm wondering if this is normal and if it will stop. Should I be worried? And should I tell my doctor?

-- Contributed by: Worried and Confused

Hi Entela, Most people continue to grow for 2-3 years after they reach puberty. How much you will grow depends on genetics. You'll probably grow to be around your mother's height or an average between your mother and father's height.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

Is it true that after you get your first period you don't grow any more or grow only a few cm?

-- Contributed by: entela

Hi Concerned, There isn't much you can do to change this aspect of your physical makeup. However, many girls experience breast growth even after they have started their period, and you are still very young. Hang in there, sometimes things don't change as rapidly for everyone!

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

Hi, I'm 13 and I have a problem because my breasts seem very flat. I don't know what to do. Other girls my age already spurted, but I already have my period. I really don't know what to do.

-- Contributed by: concerned...

Hi Toucan, Girls can begin developing as young as 8, but most girls don't bother with training bras until they are pre-teens. If you are finding training bras uncomfortable, perhaps they are the wrong size or you're growing so fast that you've outgrown them already. They shouldn't be uncomfortable or squeeze you when you're wearing them. Maybe you would be more comfortable wearing tank tops or camisoles until your breasts are large enough to wear regular bras.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

I'm 9 and I think I have some boobs and my mom bought me some training bras. It was good at first, but then it started to hurt a lot and squeeze so I'm wondering if I should keep wearing them or not? My dad and step-mom don't think I am ready for training bras yet because they say I have just barely started to show, or that I am not really showing at all. How can I tell and what really happens when boobs start to grow?

-- Contributed by: toucan

Hi Lou, Congratulations! You are now part of the young women's club! I'm glad to hear you have a healthy attitude about your changing body. Now to answer your questions- pads come in all sizes and absorbencies. You'll probably have to experiment a little to find ones that fit you comfortably. They do feel a little strange at first, so try not to let it bother you too much. Talk with your mom about this and see if she can buy a couple different brands to see what works best. As for the sweating problem, make sure you are buying anti-perspirant deodorants, not just deodorants. The anti-perspirant part is what helps keep you from sweating. If you sweat a lot, try using Degree for women (if they have it in your area). It works according to how hot your body is. You could also try using a powder made with baking soda, not talc (like Shower to Shower). Put a little of that on after you put on your anti-perspirant to help keep you cool and dry. I hope this helps!

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

I'm 12 and I started my first period 2 weeks ago. I don't know why, but I feel so happy! I told my Mum that I started and she got me some pads, but I find them uncomfortable. Tampons are not an option. Can pads come in smaller sizes (Not absorbancies)? I get bad cramps as well, but I have looked forward to my starting my periods! Why is this? I feel like I want to tell the world that I've started!

And also, I've noticed that I sweat a lot. I wear deodrant and spray, but in the daytime, I can feel the patches of sweat on my school shirt or t-shirt. What can I do? Thanks.

-- Contributed by: Lou

Hi Katie, If you have any questions about your breast size, you should speak with your physician or gynecologist. I'm not going to second guess your mother's physician.

-- Contributed by: Charlotte Gerber

My mom said her doctor told her once that she shouldn't wear padded bras because it makes your boobs smaller. Is that true?

-- Contributed by: Katie

this was very informing thank you

-- Contributed by: rachel
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