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It’s been a year, and my period is still irregular. Sometimes my cycle lasts 18 days; other times, it’s 31. When will it be normal?

Well, your period is normal! It can take up to two years for your body to get used to menstruating. In that time, it will come and go as it pleases-and that’s not unusual. Why? "Your body is not producing hormones at even levels yet," explains Dr. Charles Wibbelsman, author of The Teenage Body Book, but they should regulate themselves soon.

Just so you know, stress can get your cycle off-schedule, too. And for some girls, their periods are never all that regular, even after many years. While it’s annoying now, just try to be patient. Your body is working hard to solve the problem, we promise.

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Mod some of the people i know get there periods twice a month is that normail and will ithappen to me.

Hey chicky, I'm super busy right now. I'd love to chat and answer your question, but it's just not possible at the moment. I'm sure our bloggers would love to help ya out, trust me they give great advice. Thanks for understanding. xoxox Lynae

Lynae P.

love4gl on 2/15/2010 5:14:45 PM

all u guys who r wondering if ur normal if ur period comes a little early or l8, u r thats totally normal! comment on my profile and ask me for advice on anythingg!

absf on 2/12/2010 9:36:55 PM

MODMOD!!!**** im srry to as another one of these questions cuz i bet u get them a lot but im turning 12 in a matter of days and i hav had spotting,discharge for like a year,change in appitite, an cramps and lately i hav been irritable and sensitive so do u think think i will get it wen i turn 12?? srry its so long thx in advance!

Hey girly, you probably will get your period when you turn twelve. Your bod is showing all the signs of it coming, so get prepared with pads and tampons, and head to our Period Page to learn all about cycles, spotting, discharge and lots more!

Lynae P.

absf on 2/12/2010 9:29:42 PM

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is it safe to shower when you have your period?
can you wash "down there" with soap when your on your period? what if you leak while in the shower?

dancequeen12 on 2/6/2010 2:35:46 PM

MOD,
My period is ALWAYSSSSSSS late, up to 3 or 4 weeks late! sometimes even like a month and a half! I've had my period for like 2 1/2 years and it's only been regular ONCE. IDK what's wrong! should I see a gyno??
-cheerleader2478

Hey babe,

If this is how it's always been then this is probably normal for you. If it's really bothering you, talk to your doc or a gyno about it.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

cheerleader2478 on 11/18/2009 7:11:44 PM

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I have a few questions:
1.) What exactly is a cycle?
2.) What is the maximum days you should have your period before you need to go see a doc?
3.) I had some black clumps on my pad. Normal?
Thanks! Kayla

A cycle is the process that happens that gives you your period every month. About the 2nd question, if your period is lasting more than a week, go see your doctor, but that doesnt happen too much. And finally black clumps are very normal. Everyone gets that. xoxo kerra

Kerra S.

askme923 on 11/14/2009 9:18:11 PM

MOD
thanks Iv had it for a year now. and sometimes it lasts 2 days. one time it lasted for 3....I think its a little short.....but IDK if thats enough to talk to a doc about.

magzy4 on 11/5/2009 10:23:33 PM

MOD
my period always lasts for like, 1 day. is that normal??

Hey babe, most periods last a little longer, like 5-7 days so it could just be irregular because it's the early start of your period but I would talk to a doc about it just to be sure.

katelin s.

magzy4 on 11/5/2009 10:16:12 PM

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i got my period for the first time two months ago, and it hasn't come back yet. i know it will be irregular for the first year, but when do you think it will come back!? i am so worried about it coming during school!
thank you!
x

Hey babe,

It's super normal for your period to be irregular when you first start. For more info check out this link: http://www.girlslife.com/hub/periods-period.aspx

xoxo Keltie

Keltie E.

lovex on 10/12/2009 11:50:10 PM

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OK I HEARD THAT YOUR BREASTS DONT GROW ANYMORE AFTER YOU GET YOUR PERIOD IS THAT TRUE?
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Hey girl! I don't think that is true but you might want to double check with a doctor. You can also check out

http://www.girlslife.com/hub/bod-squad.aspx

for more info.

Eryn G.

megirl9876 on 10/9/2009 2:20:57 PM

MOD I've had my period for 3 years and it has always been very precise, yet I was supposed to get it 12 days ago and it still hasn't arrived. I've had a lot of mood swings (lots of crying about nothing special. that's not the usual me.)Should I be worried?

Hey girl! As long as there is no reason why you shouldn't get it, you're probably fine. If you're still worried in a few days head to the doc!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

iceskaterluver on 10/4/2009 11:38:20 PM

mod do u know where i can find a period calender?

hey girl! I have never heard of a period calendar. I just use a regular calendar and put a dot on the days that I have my period. best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

emzimrol on 10/4/2009 7:24:12 PM

OMG girls life sometimes truly saves my lifeee!!! these articles really make me feel better! especially this one cuz that is just like me! and i was getting scared there but now i dont have to worry!

gymnast4ever922 on 9/29/2009 4:02:35 PM

my period only comes every 38 days and lasts about 8 days

bruinsgirl38 on 9/27/2009 4:15:24 PM

MOD!
I have had my period about seven times now.I was supposed to get it last week and it never came. I know that it can be irregular when you first start having your period, but how will i know when it will come again? can it come at any point and i just need to look out for symptoms, or do you think it will come in about 21-35 days? Thanks

Hey girl! Your period is irregular for the first year so that is completely normal

Eryn G.

kaitlyn5 on 9/26/2009 4:53:58 PM

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maddie22 55 :) on 9/24/2009 5:47:42 PM

mod: how do i know when i will start my period so i dont ruin my clothes last month i started on the 26 of august

Hey girl, Unfortunately your period prob won't be regular the first few months. You got it almost a month ago, so I suggest putting in a thin pantyliner for now. Luckily summer's over so you don't have to worry about swimming in the pool with it and all that. When you do get it again, you'll be able to tell and then change to a bigger pad, so keep one in your backpack and purse just in case. Best of luck, girlie! <3, Miliana

Miliana B.

ebhager14 on 9/20/2009 11:07:13 AM

MODMODMODMODMODMODMODMODMODMODMOD!!!After my very 1st (.), my 2nd came on the exact time it was supposed to? weird or normal?

Hey girl, totes normal and congrats! You're that much closer to being a woman. That said, you'll notice your first couple years with the big dot that your cycles may not be regular -- that's totes normal too. Just take care of yourself and keep a pad or two on you (just in case!) and you'll be fine!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

megirox on 9/17/2009 6:05:50 PM

I have little tiny dots of blood in my underwear and you can barely see them, is it discharge or what? started yesterday??

skatergirl2796 on 9/15/2009 7:22:39 PM

mod is it normal to have blood clots duing your period???

Hey girlie! You'll have some little clots during your period. Nothing to worry about!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

iloveicarly1 on 9/13/2009 9:16:26 PM

MOD -
I have had my period for 2 and a half years and have never been normal. Sometimes I go 5 months without getting it. Recently, I have had thick black blood, is this normal? When will my period be regular?

hpfan on 9/13/2009 6:17:51 PM

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I was talking with a girl at school about irregular periods and sex. She said that it was good if they were irregular because then if you are sexually active that it would be harder to get pregnant because getting pregnant has to do when you have your period. Is what she was saying kind of true or not if you have started having sex?

What she's saying doesn't make sense. Here's the truth: Your period will prob be irregular for the first few years. If you become sexually active, there's basically one day when you can get pregnant (called ovulation), which is harder to calculate if it's irregular. But it doesn't change whether you can get pregnant or not. Make sense? Best, Miliana

Miliana B.

luckykel on 9/13/2009 12:12:50 PM

MOD!
Am I supposed to have nausea with my period? Because I sure do! How can I get rid of it w/o meds or soda? I hafta go to bed soon!
Thanks!

Hey girl, sorry for the delay. Sometimes nausea or dizziness is totally natural with your period -- it's that icky PMS. My suggestion is to drink some water and get a little rest. Sleep's a great way to give your body a chance to rest and that nausea to settle down. If you're still feeling iffy, don't be afraid to talk to your 'rents. They may be able to give you something that'll get rid of those yucky feelings. Get some shut-eye, 'lil darling. You'll feel better in the morning!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

Machoman 'n Plaidgirl! I ♥ you-know-who! on 9/9/2009 10:18:41 PM

hey girlies! if you need some help with a sticky situation let me know on my profile! if you need some one to help you reach your healthy you goals let me know on my profile! if you just need someone to talk to about a hard time well i think you can guess what the solution is! i give advice girls and have lots of experience in it! check it out!
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hugatree95 on 9/7/2009 10:33:23 AM

MOD can u hav bloating @ the END of ur period???thx!!!!

Hey girlie! Yep, you can bloat anytime; every girl is different.

-Taeler

Taeler L.

greengirl111 on 9/6/2009 10:40:24 PM

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is it ok if ur period is like that and its been over 3 years since u started? cuz mine is like that. it used 2 never b irregular until a few months ago.

A little irregularity happens to everyone. But if the distance between your periods gets longer and longer you may want to go to a doctor to be checked out. Incredibly irregular periods are not good and may be caused by a bigger issue. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

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musicrox on 9/6/2009 5:21:28 PM

I saw this commercial on tv for a pill that will regulate your period, I think it was when I was watching The Secret Life, but there is a birth control for teens that helps regulate our periods so they only happen 4 times a year.

And it doesnt sound like you need it for birth control but just to regulate your period, so you might be able to talk to a doctor or your mom about it. I wish I could remember the name of it, but I bet if you searched online for '4 times a year birth control' you will find it.

luckykel on 9/6/2009 5:17:39 PM

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this is kinda weird but i know like every thing about getting ur period except these two things

1.ok like what exactly is a cycle??

2.is it ok to wear a tampon while taking a bath/ shower??

kirsty♥ on 7/6/2009 2:24:58 PM

I started my period December 2008 when I was 12.

I'm 13 now and I've had my period for the last 23 days? Is this normal?

Thanks!

Lego08 on 5/26/2009 8:34:00 PM

Help

Is it normal to get your period like a week or two late, when you have only had it for like a year or so?????

ANSWER PLEASE!!!

MattiLovesCB on 2/12/2009 10:16:04 PM

how do you become a mod>???????

Hey babes, You need to be in college first so please check back soon, okay? xo Annemarie

Annemarie D.

dancegirl4496 on 2/1/2009 8:53:13 PM

thx mod!

mtrider13 on 12/8/2008 5:46:57 PM

MOD!
Hey um, i have a question, like i know that your period is supposed to come every 28 days, but do u start counting when u begin or when it goes away?
THX!

Hey girl!

You are supposed to count it from the day you start your period to the next time you start your period. Every girls cycle is different. If you have any questions don't be afraid to ask your mom or a trusted adult or doctor.

<3 Brianna

mtrider13 on 12/8/2008 4:38:40 PM

MOD- someone told me that its ok to miss periods for the first two years(this is my 4th month w/o it) but if I don't get it for 6 months or more, its REALLY bad. is this true???

hey girl!

When i first had my period i wouldnt get it for like 6 -9 months, but it eventually became regular. Sometimes your body just needs time to get your cycle regular. BUt if you are really concerned talk to your parents about going to see a doctor. Ashley<3

volleyball4life on 11/5/2008 12:34:38 AM

my period is never regular and ive had it for almost a year. will it ever be regular? i sure hope so. its taken me by surprise a few times.
i love this site because im totaly not emberassed to talk about stuff like this because everyone else is talking about it too its nice to know were all going through the same thing here lol

PrettyNPink on 11/2/2008 4:27:07 PM

Hey mod,
can you know if your gonna get your period(for the first or so on)? My mom thinks i might get it soon cause i have a little staining in my underwear, is that true?

ps: what is a mod?

puppycat on 11/1/2008 5:50:29 PM

MOD!!!!
omg i need to know how to get a tampone in i cant get it!! and i play TONES of sports. And i have had my period for almost 2 months now!! HEPL!!

Hey girl, practice makes perfect. its not hard once you get the hang of it. Just keep on trying to wear them. xo JANA

HAYLES on 10/12/2008 11:34:58 PM

hey mod i just have a 2 quickie questions
is it ok to have cramps in between your periods?
and is it ok that i have have only had one regular period the rest were for lik a day or two or three

tweeter on 10/12/2008 6:43:21 PM

i hate not knowing when im going 2 get my period i am always worried about it and sometimes stressed out about it anyone no how to not get so worried if u do plz tell

softball_lover_96 on 10/12/2008 1:21:05 AM

MOD,
okay i have a preatty normal cycle,i've had it since the middle of 6th grade.. and im in 8th now but my period is like 2 weeks late. i didn't do anything like u know and ya
wats up

oxrachh44xo on 10/10/2008 8:35:48 PM

During the summer i hade a very,VERY heavy period and the next month it was lite.Why dose this happen?????S.O.S

lizzolizz on 10/9/2008 5:22:44 PM

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My grammer school goes up to the sixth so I can't switch in between classes to change my pad so, is there anyway to sneak my pad to the bathroom with out making a distraction with out people noticing?

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Bridgetob on 10/9/2008 4:17:16 PM

Please answer this Mod,
I got my period, and im still in grammer school, my school goes up to sixth grade, anyway, since i don't switch classes yet, is there anyway to hide my pads to the bathroom with out people noticing and i wouldn't want to bring my back pack to the bathroom.

Bridgetob on 10/9/2008 4:14:48 PM

girl that is so totally me cuz mine is UNPOREDICTABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it so stupid!!!

angel365 on 10/8/2008 10:04:08 PM

MOD!
I just got my first period and now I want to know if there is a cute (unpredictable) small bag thing I can carry pads in during school. We're not allowed to carry purses to class and I don't want to put them in a pencil case because I always open that and well...they'd prolly fall out when I get a pencil.
PLEASE ANSWER!
XOXO Katie

can you put it in your backpack with your books? It might be obvious if you put them in another bag L

*katie* on 10/6/2008 10:56:39 PM

************MOD*********** i am like freaking out right now. ok so i am in 10th grade and i got my period when i was in 7th grade and it has like always been really like normal and on time and stuff but then when i was supposed to get it last week it didnt come and it still hasent come. i dont know what is wrong with me and it is scaring me because its not like im pregnant or anything but im still scared WHAT SHOULD I DO
PLEASE PLEASE HELP ME thanks MOD

Hey girl,

Many women experience irregular cycles, so my guess is that you are fine. Since it's only been a week, maybe you are experiencing a change in your cycle and you'll see your period soon. But, if it really bothers you try sitting up an appointment with you physician. Chardae B.

hunter_girl on 10/6/2008 4:25:51 PM

I Just got my period and i'm really scared to tell my mom. I have told my sister and she is keeping it a secret! Mod, how should i tell my mom i got my period without it being akward.

Brina97 on 10/4/2008 5:47:15 PM

hey mod----- i have a question--------- ok so i dont have my period but y do tampons have that wierd like cardboard or plastic thing around them???? and do they, like, "come out" when u take the tampon out or what???? thanx! <3 anna =)

it's called an applicator and it does come out. L

yay_me9 on 10/3/2008 9:38:41 PM

I don't have my period! But sometimes I want it! Sometimes I don't. Some of me friends younger than me have there period, they say it SUCKS! Are they right?
Hey, me family (the girls!)calls the periods friends so we say our friend is visiting!

weathergirl2945 on 10/3/2008 8:22:55 PM

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