All about A GIRL - The Period Predictor

Predict your periods

Do remember that your periods can be a bit irregular, especially for the first couple of years until your body settles into a regular cycle. So don't worry if your periods don't follow the period prediction exactly - the Period Predictor is intended as a guide only.

 

• How many days is your menstrual cycle?
• How long do your periods last?

Other Questions :

What does your menstruation period mean?

Starting to menstruate (get your period) is a major milestone of puberty and means that you can now become pregnant. You can expect to have a period every month until well into middle-age.'

Scared? Squeamish? It helps to know the science behind your menstrual cycle.

As a woman releases an egg each month, the lining of her womb becomes thicker to prepare itself for pregnancy. This is known as the menstrual cycle. If the egg is fertilised, this lining will then gently cushion the egg as it develops into a baby. If the egg is not fertilised, both the egg and lining leave the woman’s body through the vagina - and this is what causes the bleeding you experience during your period.

 

   

When will I start my period?

Again, there’s no such thing as an exact age when you will start your menstrual cycle. You start your periods sometime during puberty – it can be as young as 8 years old or as late as 17. Clues that you’re close to starting menstruation include developing breasts, growing pubic hair and experiencing a white or yellowish vaginal discharge. Girls these days are maturing earlier than ever but it’s still worth asking your mum when she started as you’re likely to get your first period at a similar age.

Don’t panic about which period protection you should use. Many girls start off using pads. Your first period will probably be fairly light but it makes sense to choose a trusted brand like Whisper® Ultra. It’s also a good idea keep a pad or two hidden in your bag or school locker – so won’t be caught by surprise if your period arrives unexpectedly

What are period pains and menstrual camps?

If you never suffer from period pain or menstrual cramps then you’ll be one of the luckiest girls in the world. Unfortunately, for most girls, it’s just a plain fact of life that before and during a period they suffer from a range of related aches and pains.

The most common are menstrual cramps and whilst they can cause a little discomfort, they shouldn’t really slow you down too much. You may also occasionally experience more intense period pains: either sharp stabs that make you double up or a nagging pain that spreads through your belly and lower back. Some girls also experience dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea or vomiting around the time of their periods. But don’t worry, help is at hand.

There are several things you can do to help control period pain. If possible, lie down at the first sign of pain and gently rub your stomach as it can help relax the muscles. Also make sure you don’t skip sport as mild exercise and stretching are really effective in combating menstrual cramps. As a last resort, you can always try taking a medicine that soothes period pain - ask your Mum or the chemist to recommend one.