Should I tell my mom I got my first period?
Whichever girl you are, it’s important to tell your mom. It’ll be easier to get the supplies you need. Just remember that she was once your age, getting her first period, so she knows this territory well. She also knew the day would come when you would have your first period and might already have supplies on hand.
How do you tell someone you have your period?
Most popular
- Aunt Flo/Auntie Flow.
- Time of the month.
- On the rag.
- Red tide/army.
- Code Red.
- Monthly visitor.
- Lady time.
- Surfing the crimson wave/tide.
How do you tell your teacher you started your period?
You might feel a little shy about asking, but just say, “I started my period today and I don’t have my supplies.” If you don’t want to talk to a male teacher or counselor, you can just say, “It’s a girl thing.” He’ll get the message and find you a woman who can help.
How do I ask my mom about my period?
How to tell your mum you’ve got your period?
- Keep it casual. Maybe the idea of a big sit-down with your mum seems intimidating.
- Write it down. If it’s hard for you to start a face-to-face discussion, leave your mum a note where only she’ll find it, or even send her a text.
- Be direct.
Is it normal for an 11 year old to start her period?
Most girls get their first period when they’re around 12. But getting it any time between age 10 and 15 is OK. Every girl’s body has its own schedule.
What can I give my 11 year old for cramps?
What Can Help if My Daughter Has Cramps?
- a warm heating pad on her belly.
- taking ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, or store brand) or naproxen (Aleve or store brand); this works best if the medicine is started at the first sign of cramps.
Why did my 10 year old get her period?
If a girl starts menstruation at a young age, it’s usually because the hormones in her body responsible for puberty are being produced earlier.