Is spotting normal before first period?
The first period will typically begin a couple of years after the first signs of puberty appear. However, there is no precise way of knowing when it will begin. Several days before the first period, some females may notice spotting in their underwear or abdominal cramps. Some may also notice more acne appearing.
Is it normal for a 10 year old to start her period?
Most girls get their first period when they’re around 12. But getting it any time between age 10 and 15 is OK. Every girl’s body has its own schedule.
Is discharge normal for a 10 year old?
Yes, this is perfectly normal. Girls start to produce more vaginal discharge (fluid) as they go through puberty and the hormones in the glands of the vagina and cervix (neck of the womb) begin to work. The fluid helps to keep the vaginal area moist and protects it from damage or infection.
Is spotting for a girl normal?
Although spotting is usually not a sign of something serious, it isn’t normal. Any time you notice bleeding outside of your period, you should mention it to your primary care doctor or OB-GYN. It’s especially important to call your doctor if you’re pregnant and notice spotting.
How do you know when your daughter is going to start her period?
Typically, a girl gets her period about 2 years after her breasts start to develop. Another sign is vaginal discharge fluid (sort of like mucus) that a girl might see or feel on her underwear. This discharge usually begins about 6 months to a year before a girl gets her first period.
What are symptoms of a girl’s first period?
Some of the most common PMS symptoms are:
- Cramps (pain in your lower belly or lower back)
- Bloating (when your belly feels puffy)
- Breakouts (getting pimples)
- Sore breasts.
- Feeling tired.
- Mood swings (when your emotions change quickly or you feel sad, angry, or anxious)
When will my daughter get her first period?
A girl’s first period is likely to occur between the ages of nine and 16. It usually lasts for three to seven days and then stops until the next period begins—usually about 21 to 28 days after it started.
What happens if you get your period at 10 years old?
Girls who had their first period when they were 10 years or younger, or at 17 and older, were 27 percent more likely to be hospitalized or even die from heart disease down the road. They were also 20 percent more likely to be hospitalized or die from high blood pressure complications.
How long after starting puberty do periods start?
Menstruation usually starts about six months to a year after your fastest growth spurt (after your “peak height velocity”). This is the average timing, but it may be different for you. It can also happen two years before your first period, or around the same time as your first period.
How soon after discharge do periods start?
Typically, you’ll start your periods about 2 years after your breasts start growing and about a year after getting a white vaginal discharge. The average girl will get her first period around 12 years old, but it varies from person to person.
Can spotting be a period?
Spotting usually is much lighter bleeding than normal menstrual bleeding. Unlike a normal period, it usually is so light that a pad or tampon is not required. Spotting may be red or brown in color and occurs when you are not having your regular period.