I am 14 and i haven't started my period. what's wrong with me!?

Question

i am the only person in my group that hasn't started their period since last year in seventh grade. i didn't use to think it was so bad until now. im starting high school now and im getting s little worried it will never come.HELP!

Answer 1

You sound like my daughter who will be 13- some just develop later than others- you may have symptoms for a while but never actually get your period itself.
After you get it, you will wish you didn't get it- they are not fun. you have the cramps, headaches, mood swings, back aches, etc..
Enjoy it while you can- chances are you will have it by the age of 15!

Answer 2

Periods aren't a bloody mess! It is unfortunate if a pad or tampon does overflow, but it should be ok.

Everyone starts their period at a different time. Most people get their period between the ages of 11 and 16. To be honest, I got my period in the fifth grade! I was only 10. It freaked me out because it was in the middle of class, but luckily I had talked to my mother and had some pads on me. If you do not get your period by the time you are 20, you should really see a doctor.

Hope this helps!

Answer 3

Don't worry. Really. Be smug and enjoy for a few more months that your period hasn't started yet.

Young girls starting their period before the age of 13 is a relatively new phenomenon (hormones in the milk? I don't know there are a lot of theories about that) - before that women didn't start to menstruate until they were 15, 16, or 17. You won't menstruate until your body is biologically ready to carry a child - and yours isn't.
So, relax. Every body's different.

Answer 4

Hi,
Pl. relex this normal. You are a young girl of just 14 years . This is your Puberty period .
Puberty is the time when the body changes from that of a child to that of an adult. These changes are brought about by chemicals in the body called hormones.

Changes in Girls

Puberty is the time when a girl becomes physically able to have babies. Puberty generally happens earlier in a girl than it does in a boy, commonly between 9 and 14 years of age. This is the reason why girls may be taller and may act more mature than boys for a few years until the boys catch up. The following changes take place in the body:

Breasts: The breasts start to develop, and small, tender lumps appear under one or both nipples that get bigger over the next few years. It is common for one breast to be larger than the other initially. Later they even out as they reach their final size and shape. Girls, therefore, need to wear a bra, an experience that may be exciting as well as embarrassing in the beginning.

Hair: Soft, curly hair grow in the pubic area, the area between the legs. Hair also appear under the arms and on the legs.

Body shape: Hips become wider and the body begins to deposit fat on the stomach, buttocks, and the legs. This gives the woman's body a more curvaceous shape.

Skin: The skin may get more oily and sweats more. Pimples may appear and are called acne.

Menstruation: Menstrual "periods" begin in most girls between 9 and 16 years of age. During the menstrual period a blood-like fluid flows out of the vagina. This is a monthly discharge and requires a girl to wear some kind of sanitary pad or tampon to absorb this fluid and keep it from soiling the clothes. Pads have adhesive strips and are worn inside the panties. Tampons are placed inside the vagina.

In the beginning the periods are irregular and scanty or heavy. Later they become regular. Most periods last from 3 to 7 days. After the period, there may be a day or two of light bleeding, called spotting. This is normal.

If bleeding occurs regularly between periods, the doctor must be consulted. Menstrual periods do not necessarily limit ones activities like swimming, sports, riding, or gym classes. Exercises help get rid of other discomforts that may be present during the periods. These include:


cramps

bloating

soreness or swelling in the breasts

headaches

sudden mood changes or irritability

depression

Emotional changes during puberty

Besides the many physical changes that occur during puberty, many emotional changes take place as well. Relationships with others may begin to change. Children begin to separate more from parents and identify with other children of the same age. Children begin to feel self-conscious about their bodies and the way they look. Comparisons begin with self and other children. One must remember that everyone goes through puberty at a different pace and eventually, everyone catches up. During this time, children also become more aware of their sexuality.

Enjoy Life

Answer 5

Please try not to worry, there is nothing wrong with you you are perfectly normal. I didn't start my periods until I was 16, I didn't care if I never started them as I didn't want the hassle. But at your age my Dr was worried because I was other wise an early bloomer - he referred me to a Gynaecologist who ran some tests and discovered I was a perfectly health and normal teenager.

What I have learnt in the years that have passed since then is some families have a tendency of starting periods later than others so it might be worth discussing you concerns with you Mom and find out when she started and even when your Grandmothers started. If you have older sisters you might want to talk to them.

You can always speak to your Dr and ask him/her to check you blood chemistry to make sure everything is in balance but generally just eat healthily, get plenty of exercise and just enjoy life. If at 16-18 you still haven't started your periods, go back to the Dr and as them to investigate. Just one word of warning, if your under-weight then that can effect your periods as it's natures way of damage limitation - basically is your too thin and you get pregnant then it could be disastrous.

Answer 6

I haven't either and I'm a year younger than you. There isn't anything wrong with anyone who hasn't started there period before 16. But if you haven't started by 16 you need to have a chat with your woman doctor. At 16 you can go by youself and its confidential so you don't have to worry. I no its annoying when people keep saying "Oh you will change your mind when you get it" But you want to grow up like everyone else. Hope you get your wish soon and good luck.

Answer 7

Dont worry. You have to have a certain amount of body fat and other things before hand so your body is ready when it comes.. i mean trust me i didnt get mine until late 8th grade year.... dont worry it will come when its ready as stupid as that sounds.. because i wondered the same thing. everythings fine = ]

Answer 8

Dont worry everyone is differen look on this sight if you still feel a bit un easy www.beingirl.co.uk

Answer 9

it's ok! i'm 14 too, and i haven't started my period either. there's nothing wrong with us, everyone's different! honestly, don't stress out about it, we should enjoy it while we don't have to worry about them!

Answer 10

You will get it when your body is ready, and not a minute sooner. there is no need to rush it (not that you actually could). You will have it until you are at least 40.