what is a peiriod????

Question

i dont know what to do i just started it yesterday!!help!!

Answer 1

TAYLOR,
THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT QUESTION, AND HERE IS THE APPROPRIATE ANSWER:
Maybe you’ve been getting your period for some time, or maybe the experience is brand new to you. As you get older, you may find that your period seems different than it used to be. In all cases, it’s important to remember that every woman is different. Some women have shorter, lighter periods, while others have heavier, longer periods. Any of these scenarios are perfectly normal. And it’s also normal for a woman’s period to be different from month to month and to change over time.3, p. 381 E, F




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The Basics
Menstruation is the shedding of the uterine lining through the vagina as a bloody discharge.3, p. 379 It is actually composed of cervical mucous, vaginal secretions, and tissue from the uterine lining.3, p. 381 D Here are a few general points regarding the range of experience that women have with their periods:

Most women lose only about 4 to 6 tablespoons of menstrual fluid each month.3, p. 381 D


Periods can be light, moderate, or heavy.3, p. 382 A


It’s perfectly normal to have a period that lasts anywhere from 3 to 7 days.3, p. 381 D


A woman’s first period is known as menarche, and normally occurs between the ages of 10 and 17.3, p. 381 A


From menarche, a woman gets her period roughly each month until she reaches menopause, which generally occurs in the late 40s or early 50s.3, p. 381 A


Most women do not need to change their daily activities or exercise routines when they have their periods.


Throughout a woman’s lifetime, her menstrual cycle and her period can change due to changes in hormone levels as she ages.3, p. 381 F
Learn more about the range of experiences women can have with their periods in the menstrual period Q&A.

It’s important to make the distinction between a period and breakthrough bleeding. Breakthrough bleeding is a term that describes bleeding between periods.3, p. 385 A For some women, breakthrough bleeding is a normal and harmless part of ovulation. Some women on oral contraceptives may also experience breakthrough bleeding especially during the first few months of use. This is not typically associated with an underlying health problem, and usually goes away over time.3, p. 422 A But for some women, breakthrough bleeding between periods can be a sign of any of a number of reproductive system disorders, including vaginal tears, problems with the cervix, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or reproductive disease.3, p. 385 B Talk to your health care professional if you’re concerned about breakthrough bleeding.

Your period is just one part of your monthly cycle. Learn more about the phases of the menstrual cycle.

Answer 2

If you cant talk to to your mother about this then go to the school nurse she can help too or really any female teacher for that matter, this is not really the kind of thing that can be explained on here, but for now get a pad, not a tampon those aren't good for those that have just started since you don't really know what your flow is yet. Good luck honey and welcome to Women-hood!

Answer 3

well don't know what a peiriod is. But a period is something you should have already addressed by now if you're already starting to have them. Talk with your mother/ a school nurse/ your doctor if you're having cramping.....enjoy ......you're becoming a woman!

Answer 4

It happens to all girls for the first time when they're teenagers. It's the next step to becoming a women. Periods mean you'll have blood coming from your vagina for 1-7 days. You have a choice of wearing pads or tampons but I suggest starting with pads. After your period of over you'll get it again in about 4 weeks. It's nothing to be afraid of, it's a way of life. If you need more information an adult would be a perfect person to ask.

Answer 5

thats meant to b a mother daughter thing. tho i remember being scared bowt it. u need to get some pads. u use them 1st before u try tampons. remember to change frequently so u dont get bad smells or infections. def tell ur mum tho.

Answer 6

try talking to your mom or someone at your school like a counseler if no one at home can help but dont be afraid its a normal thing

Answer 7

http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/girls/menstruation.html Visit that sight! It has info on many teen health topics! I gave you a link to info on your question, but search around... it answers most of your questions, and more!

Answer 8

Obviously no one has ever talked to you about this? You should be able to ask your mom, sister, aunt.....any woman that you know BUT....if you have know one to talk to click here and read this:
http://www.webmd.com/hw/healthy_women/tn9931.asp

Answer 9

First tell or email your mom about it. She will understand.
Secondly you should go to www.beinggirl.com to learn more. It taught me everything.

Answer 10

I don't know, what IS a "peiriod?"