7yr old and periods?

Question

I have a 7yr old daughter who is starting to regurly cramp at the same time each month. She said she has found a tiny spot of blood on her pants but other than that nothing. she is almost 8. Now i started when I was 8 but cannot for the life of me remember all the signs. Can anyone help me......please. I am so not looking forward to the talk shall we say

Answer 1

It's unusual for it to happen this young, but if you were 8 when you first got yours then it is likely she will be around the same age when she gets hers.

I know of a girl who had a 'period' but didn't get a second one for another year. At 8 she may be too young for 'the birds and the bees' chat, so don't tell her everything, just that it's a normal thing that happens to every woman, that it happens to every girl differently, etc. Then ease her into more information as she gets older.

Regularly cramping and some spotting are definitely indicators that her period is coming. Also ask her if she has had any brown discharge,as this is another sign that she is hitting puberty.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Hi,

Your daughter is in puberty stage. Puberty generally happens earlier in a girl than it does in a boy, commonly between 8 and 13 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 8 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

Answer 3

i truly do not imagine its her era, I recommend oftentimes breast progression and pubic hair comes first, what I recommend is you and her mom could note something like that. also, her daughter could be cramping earlier any blood loss, she could note it the very reality she informed her mom there changed into no discomfort potential this probable isnt a era. Is the blood loss nonetheless continuining or has it stopped? it truly is a chance she would have tore her hymen which could be a rationalization for the bleeding. yet another chance is she has inner bleeding happening and its popping out her vagina, the bleeding may be coming from her vaginal section, her intenstines/liver/kidneys eyes. Edit: I re-examine your placed up, the very reality the bleeding has stopped tells me its no longer a era! even as a lady has her era she bleeds immediately for 3-5 days, this guidelines that out. ok it sounds like both she tore her hymen, scratched herself even as masturbating or she has some type of inner bleeding happening. Regardless her mom desires to take her to the ER on the instantaneous, this desires to be regarded at and addressed ASAP. do no longer take heed to those idiots above me, definite 7 three hundred and sixty 5 days previous women can get their classes, even if its uncomon it truly isn't any longer no longer a chance. save in concepts the conventional age for a caucasian female to achieve her era is 12, yet effortless ranger is 8-13 years previous, african human beings attain their era on universal round 9.

Answer 4

The other signs can be mood swings, breast tenderness. Because of her age I would recommend consulting her pediatrician to check to make sure that a hormone imbalance isn't going on to cause this.

Answer 5

Puberty has started for her...
She is not ill....
Just a littel fast on the draw....
Look after her well.
Love
Clara

Answer 6

i dont know if in this early age you can get it i'm 12 and still i dont have it

Answer 7

HAHAHA, your f*u*c*k*e*d you have to deal with that moody runt, until she moves out. HAHAHAHAHA good luck

Answer 8

Getting your period



Getting your first menstrual period is one of the most visible signs that you are starting puberty. Puberty usually happens for girls some time between the ages of 9 and 16. There is nothing wrong with you if you get your period later or earlier than your friends get their periods. Read on to learn what your period actually is and how to deal with it. Or, you can skip ahead to learn about

What is it? top
The blood that leaves your body during your period is the blood and tissue that build up as the lining of your uterus each month. Your period flow can be light, heavy, or somewhere in between. Your periods may also vary in color. Sometimes menstrual blood will be light red and sometimes, dark red. It may also be heavy the first day or so of your period, and then get lighter. Periods usually last between three and five days, but it is normal to have periods that are either shorter or longer. It is also normal if your periods are not the same number of days each month.



How does it happen? top
Your ovaries release or let go of one egg about once a month. If the egg does not become fertilized by male sperm (read more about reproduction), the egg and the lining of your uterus (endometrium) drain out of your vagina as your period. If the egg does become fertilized by male sperm (from sexual intercourse), it will attach itself to the lining of the uterus and grow into a baby.


When does it happen? top
Menstrual cycles take place over about one month (around 23 to 35 days), but each woman is different in the number of days this lasts. The cycle includes not just your period, but the rise and fall of hormones and other body changes that take place over the month. To see what is happening on each day of your cycle, check out our girlshealth.gov Guide to your Period.


At first, your periods may not be regular; you may have two in one month, or have a month without a period at all. Periods will become more regular in time.

Not all women are the same in the number of days in between periods and how long periods last.

To learn about your own pattern or schedule, keep track of your periods on a calendar. Keeping track will help you to better know when to expect your next period.



How do I take care of my period? top
There are three types of products you can use for your period: sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups. You might decide one is best for you, or you may want to use a combination. No one can see that you are wearing a tampon, pad, or menstrual cup, although you may find some pads to feel a little bulky. You just have to find the right products for you. Whichever ones you use, it is important to follow the instructions on the packaging and wash your hands before and after use.



What is a menstrual cup? A menstrual cup is a small cup that is put inside the vagina to collect blood. Like a tampon, it is worn for a few hours at a time. But instead of absorbing blood, the cup collects it. Some cups are for one-time use while others can be used over and over.

It is okay to be shy about buying these items at the store, but getting your period is a normal part of life. Need help getting started? Ask your mom, guardian, or an older sister which sanitary products she uses to help you find your own. It can also help to buy sanitary products with your mother/guardian or other trusted adult to make this experience easier. Keep in mind, they have been doing this for years!


Pads: what you should know top
Pads stick to the inside of your underwear and soak up the blood that leaves the vagina.
Some pads are thinner for days when your period is light, and some are thicker for when you are bleeding more. You can also use these thicker pads at night when you sleep.
During the day, it is best to check your pad to see if it needs changing every couple of hours. It will need to be changed before it is soaked with blood.
If you are concerned about any smell, changing pads often and keeping up good hygiene will help control this. You do not need to use deodorant pads.
You probably don't want to wear pads when you swim. They will soak up water and be bulky.


Tampons: what you should know top
Tampons are put inside of your vagina to soak up blood before it leaves your body. Instructions come with tampon products to show you how to put them in.
Some tampons have a plastic or cardboard covering that makes it easier for you to put the tampon in. This is called the "applicator." Do not leave the applicator inside your vagina.
All tampons have a string at the end to help you take it out when it needs to be changed (at least every 4 to 8 hours).
Tampons will not get lost in your vagina or "slip up."
You can wear tampons when you swim. Water does not enter your vagina.
It is VERY important that you use the tampon with the lowest level of absorbency for your needs. On the heavy days, you may need a “super” tampon and as your flow gets lighter, you may only need a “regular” tampon. Or, you may only need a “regular” tampon on your heavy days, and then can switch to a “junior” tampon for your lighter days. You will be able to tell what level of absorbency you need by how often you need to change your tampon.
Using tampons that are too absorbent or not changing them often enough can put you at risk of toxic shock syndrome (TSS). You can avoid TSS by not using tampons at all, changing them often, or by switching back and forth between tampons and pads. While the symptoms of TSS can be caused by many other illnesses, tell an adult and call a doctor if you are using tampons and have the following:


high fever that comes on all of a sudden
muscle pains
dizziness or fainting
a rash that looks like sunburn
bloodshot eyes
strange vaginal discharge (fluid)
feeling of confusion


Doctors treat TSS with antibiotics, and will examine your kidneys and liver to make sure they are working okay. Doctors will also treat your rash to help you heal. It is important to get medical help right away if you have any of the above symptoms.