{"id":15453,"date":"2021-01-29T21:06:02","date_gmt":"2021-01-29T21:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/?p=15453"},"modified":"2023-02-08T10:54:21","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T10:54:21","slug":"getting-your-period-is-a-big-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/getting-your-period-is-a-big-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Your Period is a Big Deal"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.6&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|30px|0px|false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.4.6&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221;]\n<p>\u00a0 <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Untitled-1.jpg?w=1080&#038;ssl=1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Getting your period is a big deal. It\u2019s a sign of your body growing and changing as you continue<br \/>\u00a0to become a young woman. You may be excited that you\u2019re going through puberty. You may <br \/>also be nervous about what it will feel like or what you should do when it starts.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve all been there. All of these emotions you may be feeling are normal. And it\u2019s completely <br \/>acceptable to have questions about it too.<\/p>\n<p>Amber is just like you. She couldn\u2019t wait to get her period, but was also freaking out a little!<br \/>\u00a0Today, she has been getting her period for over a year. We\u2019ve asked her some questions that<br \/>\u00a0might help you to know what to expect when your period arrives:<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<ul class=\"qa\">\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: What advice would you give to young girls just starting to get their <br \/>periods now that you&#8217;ve had yours for over a year?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> My advice would be to not be scared and to own your period. It&#8217;s not<br \/>\u00a0embarrassing or the end of the world.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: What advice would you give to them when their period is irregular that <br \/>first year?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> If your period is irregular in the first year or two, always keep pads or tampons on you. Never leave the house without them. And make sure to bring a change of <br \/>underpants too, in case it gets messy.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: As your period became more regular, what changes did you notice in <br \/>your body?<br \/><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Answer:<\/strong> My period was pretty regular from the start. I only missed two months out of the year. I actually had PMS during my first period, I only had sore breasts. I did notice the <br \/>signs that it was coming as I became regular. For me, I get light cramps, sore breasts,<br \/>\u00a0acne, mood swings and headaches.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: How have you changed since last year to now?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> I have definitely changed since last year. My breasts have developed more, I<br \/>\u00a0am taller, and I look older. I have also changed emotionally. I have mentally matured<br \/>\u00a0more, and I am starting to have more adult views on things.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>If you&#8217;ve begun experiencing any PMS symptoms, what are they and how have<br \/>\u00a0you been dealing with them?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> Like I mentioned, I have experienced PMS. I get it every<br \/>month. The way I deal with it is by remembering to be in tune with my body so I can ask<br \/>\u00a0myself if what I am feeling is rational. For any pain or discomfort, I often use a heating <br \/>pad or take pain medication.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Did your friends or family help you in any way over the last year with dealing with <br \/>your period?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> Mostly, my mom and my friends have helped me get used to having a period.<br \/>\u00a0My mom is always there to answer my questions, and my friends are there to talk to me <br \/>about it. We can also relate to each other in our struggles.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: Was there anything that surprised you about having your period<br \/>\u00a0(expectations vs. reality)?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> The things that surprised me about having a period is how much blood there <br \/>can be, and the blood clots, along with how messy it gets. I also didn&#8217;t expect to have <br \/>cramps that can almost bring me to tears. My expectations were that I would be using <br \/>regular pads, instead of extra heavy, and that I would barely feel pain. I also never <br \/>realized how annoying PMS can be until I got it.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: Have you had any memorable period moments?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> Luckily, I haven&#8217;t had many memorable moments with my period. Especially<br \/>with COVID &#8211; 19, I haven&#8217;t been going many places. I did, however, forget pads once<br \/>when I went out on my period. I had to wear a dirty pad because I was too embarrassed <br \/>to ask a woman for one or to tell my dad that I needed a pad.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: What&#8217;s your favorite thing about having your period?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> My favorite thing about having my period is feeling grown-up like it&#8217;s my special little secret.<\/li>\n<li class=\"question\"><strong>Question: What&#8217;s your least favorite thing about having your period?<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Amber:<\/strong> My least favorite thing about my period is the PMS and the blood, especially <br \/>when it&#8217;s messy. I also hate cramps when they are bad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Last year, Amber messaged us the following:<\/p>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<p>Amber asks: Hi, i am really nervous to get my period. None of my friends have gotton it yet. and according to your first period Quiz, I am gonna get it first. Please give me advice!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/interview-with-amber\/\">Click here<\/a> &#8211; to read our interview with Amber last year to see how she&#8217;s changed.<\/p>\n<h3>Worried About Being A Late Bloomer<\/h3>\n<p>Amber was worried she would be a later bloomer, but then her period showed up! Are you<br \/>\u00a0worried you might be a late bloomer? Are you wondering what to do if your friends have all<br \/>\u00a0started their period but you haven\u2019t yet?<\/p>\n<p>Try to remember these things if you think you might be a late bloomer:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li>Everyone\u2019s body is different, so everyone\u2019s time will be different. And that\u2019s okay.<\/li>\n<li>Your period does NOT define your level of maturity<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s okay to talk to a trusted adult about your concerns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s not a bad thing if your period comes later than others &#8211; Own your own timeline and be <br \/>patient while your body naturally begins its own menstrual cycle.<\/p>\n<h3>Questions To Ask Others<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling nervous about getting your period, it\u2019s more than acceptable to talk to a trusted<br \/>\u00a0adult, such as your mom, a teacher or your doctor. This opens up a discussion where you can <br \/>ask all the questions you may have about menstruation. If you\u2019re not sure what to ask, here are some examples you can use to start a conversation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1. Can I talk to you about something that\u2019s making me nervous?<\/li>\n<li>2. Can I talk to you about girl things?<\/li>\n<li>3. When did you start your period? How old were you?<\/li>\n<li>4. How did you feel when you started your period?<\/li>\n<li>5. What happened leading up to your period beginning?<\/li>\n<li>6. Could you feel it when your period started? What did it feel like?<\/li>\n<li>7. How often did you have a period in the beginning?<\/li>\n<li>8. What did you use when your period started?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use these questions as a way to begin the conversation but don\u2019t be afraid or embarrassed to <br \/>talk about yourself too. Every experience is different, but what you\u2019re feeling is perfectly normal <br \/>and something many others go through. If you don\u2019t feel comfortable talking to someone<br \/>face-to-face, you can always check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/\">PeriodTalk Forum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Where To Find Resources<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you are concerned about cramps, discharge or other menstrual symptoms, we cover tons of these topics here at BPP to help answer your questions. Check<br \/>out some of these other resources:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/quiz-when-i-get-my-period\/\">Quiz: When Will I Start My First Period?<br \/><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/when-will-i-start-my-period\/\">Article: When Will I Start My Period?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/why-havent-i-started-my-period-yet-and-hellowhere-are-my-boobs\/\">Why Haven&#8217;t I Started My Period Yet and Hello&#8230;Where are My Boobs?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-menstrual-cycle-calendar\/\">How to Make a Menstrual Cycle Calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/how-to-handle-period-leaks\/\">How to Handle Period Leaks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/puberty-and-menstrual-tips-for-parents-and-girls-series\">Weekly Email Series: Puberty and Period Tips for Girls &amp; Parents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/tips-for-handling-periods-like-a-pro\/\">Learn Tips for Handling Periods Like a Pro<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/period-talk-period-stories\/\">First Period Stories from Girls Like You<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/period-kits\">Period Kits to Help You Be Prepared<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>In Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>Menstruation can be intimidating and scary, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. 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