Anyone with a 10 year old daughter whom has started?

Question

My daughter is only 10 and has started menstrating, should I take her to see and OB/GYN or wait until I think she may sexually active? I did'nt go through this until I was atleast 13, any suggestions, Please!!!

Answer 1

My daughter was 10 as well when she started her period. I think that 10 is rather young to be seeing and OBGYN. I would recommend waiting till she is older, 16 possibly. However, always use your best judgement as her parent, but dont wait until you "think" she is sexually active, do it before!! Granted, she is very young and sex should not even be crossing her mind, times have changed since we were kids. Maybe its a good time to have the talk... good ol' birds and the bees talk. Good Luck !!! Another female with PMS!!!!

Answer 2

I started menstruating 1 month before I turned 11. Some girls menstruate as early as 9 and it's normal. I would definitely make sure she knows what's going on with her body, and make sure she knows how baby's are made, and that when she gets older she needs to use condoms to prevent infection. I FIRMLY believe that abstinence only education, even from parents, leads to more pregnancies and passing of STDs than anything. I also think that the more informed your child is the LESS likely she will be to have sex at a young age. Let her know why it is a good idea to wait til she is married, (or 16, 18, 21 whatever age you choose) before having sex. Let her know all about STDs and also let her know the other options of getting intimate without having intercourse. And also let her know that if she should choose to have sex early, she needs to be safe and use condoms. Also, let her know that you will help her choose the best forms of birth control when it comes to that time. She needs to know that you are there for her no matter what. It is better for her to be responsible and use a condom or be on bcpills, than to keep it from you and end up pregnant or with AIDS.
I'm not suggesting that you bombard her with information. Start out small by teaching her about herself, and either at the same time, or shortly after teach her the basics of boys. Then feel her out to determine if she's interested in anything sexual or not. You might be able to wait a few weeks or months before getting into anything big. But it is imperative that you let her know everything you do. Check out plannedparenthood.org for the most accurate info, or any other site you feel is reputable.
She should continue to see the family doctor, and I would alert the doctor her next appt that she's begun menstruating, and the dr might suggest she start seeing a gynecologist for a yearly exam. I don't know at what age they start doing pelvic exams.
Good luck, and I hope this has helped!!

Answer 3

Just sounds like your daughter is an early bloomer. I was 11, my mom and her sister were 9. I don't think it's anything to be concerned about. I think taking her to an OB-GYN may be uncomfortable at this time given her age. Many girls are developing much earlier these days - not sure why.

Answer 4

I got my first period when I was 10. I kept seeing my pediatrician, until there was a concern about excessive cramping a few years later. If you are worried about it, you could call your gyno, and tell them what's going on. I'm sure they'd be more than happy to tell you whether she should be seen or not. In my opinion, unless there's a concern, I don't think theres's a rush to see an OB/GYN.

Answer 5

I was 14 when I started my period (it's weird because I've heard that girls are starting their periods younger and younger these days) I would definitely take her to have her first pap smear. Then maybe your OB/GYN can give her some safe sex tips- but again, when I was a ten year old, I wasn't EVEN thinking about sex, much less DOING it. I guess I was a late bloomer. But yes, I'd take her to the doctor. Also, I really like your questions. (not kissing up, I really do.)

Answer 6

I was 11 - my younger sister was 9 - my baby sister was 7... and all of this happened back in the 1970's...

Some begin early - some late. It's ok.

As long as her cycles are normal, and she has proper information about the consequences of sex, and necessary hygiene, you can wait until she is much older before her 1st pelvic exam and pap smear. Talk to your GYN - they'll give you far better advice than we here ar Yahoo! could ever give, dear one.

Peace.

Answer 7

No. Do not take her ot an ob/gyn. just let her regular pediatrician know when you take her for her next check-up. It is a very natural part of life. If you do not feel you can wait, just call the nurse at your pediatrician and ask for advice.
A trip to the gyn would most definitely be traumatic for a ten year old.

Answer 8

i was 8 years old i remember it was 2 months before my nine birthday i rememeber the exact day when i get my first period it only lasted 3 days nd i hate that my mom started to tell all the family dont do that please its really embarrasing at that age. But this is really normal some girls developed early than other. I was the first in my class of everything the first in having breast, the first who got her period but thanks God i was really good inform. Do the same talk to the pediatrician let her ask you some question but i dont think it is necessary to go to obgyn. I started early and im really healthy and have 2 childrens now and all its fine with me.

Answer 9

My daughter was 11 when she started. Ten is early, but not abnormal. I wouldn't take her to a doctor unless you think she is having problems. You may be kind of freaked out, but try not to let your daughter see that. This is perfectly normal, and she doesn't need to feel like there is something wrong with her. I think kids are just maturing faster than they used to.

Answer 10

I started my period at 11 and my mother started hers at 5! Everyone is different. She really does not need to see an OBGYN until she is considering sex or I would take her at like 14 and have an OB tell her about STDS and such. Best wishes!