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How to Deal with Getting Your Period for the First Time. Getting your period is an exciting
milestone, but it can also be kind of scary. Don’t freak out—here’s what you need
to know. You will need Basic knowledge of the female body Some thin *** pads, pantiliners,
or tampons and an extra pair of underwear. Step 1. Somewhere between 8 and 14, you’ll
start to go through puberty, a process where your body matures. If you’re a girl, part
of puberty is getting your period, also known as ***. Once a month, your uterus
will shed a mix of blood and tissue that will exit your body through your ***. On average,
a period lasts for 3 to 7 days each month. Everyone’s different, so you may be older
or younger than the average age range when you first start menstruating. Your period
may also last for a slightly longer or shorter time. Step 2. Each month, your ovaries release
an egg that travels through your fallopian tubes to your uterus. While this is happening,
the lining of your uterus thickens. If a *** fertilizes the egg, it can attach itself to
that thickened lining and begin to grow into a baby. If the egg isn’t fertilized, there’s
no need for the extra lining, so your body sheds it. The first day of your period also
counts as Day 1 of your menstrual cycle, which usually lasts between 28 and 30 days, but
can take as many as 45 days. Step 3. Be on the lookout for physical signs. If you’ve
started developing ***, curves, & *** hair, your period isn’t far away. In the
days leading up to it, you might start experiencing discomfort: stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhea,
constipation, fatigue, bloating, headaches, or mood swings. These are all completely normal
symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, and may also continue during your period.
Common over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen can reduce the symptoms of PMS. Step 4. Once
you have an inkling the big event is on its way, start carrying some thin *** pads, pantiliners,
or tampons—and a spare pair of underwear—with you wherever you go. Using a *** for the
first time can be tricky. Don’t be afraid to ask an adult or an older friend about it
before trying to insert one. Step 5. When your period finally arrives, it may be a lot
less dramatic than you expected. You’ll probably see some light spotting—just a
few drops of blood—or a brown stain in your underwear. Mark the start and end of your
period on a calendar. After a few months, you’ll be able to measure how long your
cycle is—and predict within a day or two when your next one will start. Step 6. Unless
you use tampons, avoid swimming. *** pads are designed to absorb liquid, so they swell
like a balloon the minute they hit the ocean or pool. Step 7. Don’t hesitate to get any
lingering questions answered by talking to someone you’re comfortable with. Your mom,
a close female friend or relative, a school nurse or counselor, or even one of your parents’
friends can provide great help and guidance. Did you know Girls usually weigh a minimum
of 100 pounds before they start menstruating.