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Why am I gaining weight around my period?

 
Don’t you just love all this growing-up stuff? Well, fortunately, your weight gain is only temporary. It’s your body retaining water, so it’s normal to pack on a couple of extra pounds, but you’ll shed them as soon as your period is over. To lessen the bloats, avoid salty foods, exercise and, oddly enough, drink more water! It helps to flush the excess fluids out of your system.

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Is it true that girls who are athletic have lighter periods? And if it is true then is there something wrong with me or something I should be worried about because I am annoyingly active but my period is really heavy.

by smashlee on 11/3/2010 12:54:44 AM

 
 

hey chicas!

need advice? i got it! post anything on my profile and ill get back to you ASAP!

Smile
~carrie~

by carolinerr on 10/20/2010 6:36:01 PM

 
 

Mod mod when I get my period it seems like I get abunch of extra b.o. Is this normal or like hormonal stuff

 

Hey girlie, I've never heard of that before but it could totally be normal hormonal stuff. It might just be the way that your body reacts to your period.

Lauren T.

by kjm109 on 10/6/2010 9:05:07 PM

 
 

*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*MOD*
Dear Mod,
Ok so I have two HUGE questions, My best friend let's call her "Sydney", has the same Cup and Band size and we are around the same height, and she's a few months younger than me but since that, { She has her period, I don't } but will her period last longer since she's taller? Or shorter?
And will it be heavy? or lighter...
2. I still don't have my period, and my mom and I aren't exactly close, {Since I just FINALLY got her to buy me a bra} but my discharge is getting a little bit thicker and we are out of pantyliners and I'm afraid to ask her to get them for me...
Please help me Frown - Panty Problems.




As for the period question, its different for everyone and theres no exact science to how long theyrll last based on physical characteristics. So theres no right answer for that question. Now for the pantyliners question i suggest you write it on the shopping list so she sees you need more. Good luck! xoxo kerra 
Kerra S.

by chocoluverqueen15 on 10/2/2010 11:38:24 PM

 
 

Mod mod mod (; !
I have a few questions !

 

Hey girl,

1. No, that will not stop your period. Nothing can really stop it; it's a natural part of life and after a few days each month it will end. 2. An infection will not stop your period but if you have one you need to see a doctor or gynecologist so that you can take care of it with medicine (probably cream, I think). At least ask your mom if you think you might have an infection. 3. Yes, you can be flat chested and have a period — girls go through the stages at different levels and some adults can even be kind of flat-chested. 4. Your period comes out of a different hole than your pee. 5. You are probably sweating down there; there are sweat glands in that area, as there are sweat glands in other parts of your body.

Vanessa J.

by LoveHappens on 9/25/2010 7:10:02 PM

 
 

*MODMODMODMODMODMOD* When I get my period I get major cramps. I always get them around lunch so is their any foods I should stay away from or should eat to make it hurt less?





Helen S.

by twilightfan4ever0303 on 9/23/2010 5:16:31 PM

 
 

Hey ladies! Have a story of your first period that you are dying to share? or just want to talk to someone about periods? Well come and comment on my page! I'll talk to you, and give you advice if you need it!

by _picture_ on 9/20/2010 5:18:58 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD!I'm going away in october, to a camp retreat with my church. While I'm super excited, I can't help be so nervous. I got my period in August, now it's semptember and it hasn't visted yet, but I'm scared I will get my period again during the retreat. I know that I can just bring pads and it will be fine, but we're hardly ever by the cabins and when we were near a bathroom where I could change, everyone would see me. HELP!

 

Hey girl, I can understand being a little nervous about it, but you can handle this.  If you'll be carrying around a backpack, think about getting a little make-up bag to discreetly store the essentials.  That way, no one will see what you've got.  You can't control when you get your period, but you can be prepared so you don't miss out on any fun. 

Marie H.

by laughingfirecracker on 9/20/2010 4:15:27 PM

 
 

Modmodmod
Is it possible to not have a vaginal opening? Because if I do look "down there" I can't find it. Nor can I EVER put in a tampon. Help!!!




Hey chickie,

Think about it - if you have your period, that means you're all normal "down there" because there's an opening for it to get out, right? I think you're ok! If you're confused about what you see down there or want to make sure you're developing normally, don't be shy asking your doctor. They've heard it all, trust me! 
Lauren C.

by EgirlH.97 on 9/13/2010 10:25:59 PM

 
 

hmmm i've never noticed that i gained weight on my period. weird.

by kgirlpanda on 9/13/2010 4:34:46 PM

 
 

Hey ladies! ask me advice on anything and everything! (attitude, boys, body, fashion, family, friends, make-up, periods, hair, skin, food, work-outs/staying fit, back to school...and those things that are just plain tricky!) I dont mind at all if you ask multiple questions, and i wont judge you by the questions you ask! I ask plenty of "dumb" questions too, and i totally get what you are going through! I will also get back to you ASAP- I get one GL more than 2 times a day (Woo-Hoo for fast and accurate answers!)
JUST ASK ME!

by mofraser on 9/12/2010 6:14:06 PM

 
 

MODMODMODMOD
What is a fast and easy way to lose these extra 25 pounds?!?!!?!?




My advice to you would be to move EVERY DAY. Get out and take a walk. Dance around your room to your favorite song. Also control your eating. Eat in smaller portions and dont snack too much. Good luck! xoxo kerra
Kerra S.

by JordynJWOWW on 9/11/2010 9:02:52 PM

 
 

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hey umm i saw a comment on wearing pantyliners if you have discharge...well idjk how to ask my mom about it....HELP?
love meganewds(:

by meganewds on 9/11/2010 2:28:43 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!
i need your help
so i have this guy friend,who isn't very close to me and is ALWAYS embarrassed to swear in front of me.
once i was in the WORST mood and he LOVES to tease me and ONLY me (on MSN)
SO I WAS LIKE :I'M NOT GONNA CURSE YOU (JOKINGLY),and he said:"its ok" .
i IDIOTICALLY swore.(i'm NOT that kinda girl,i RARELY swear and i wanted him to feel more comfortable around me ,please don't mis-judge me ,i'm only 13 )
anyway,we can all agree it was a stupid mistake,so he BLOCKED me on MSN and facebook.
i felt SOOO guilty,so i sent him an apology via email.and he said :okay ,we're friends.and he added me on MSN again but kept me blocked !!!
i deleted him,because i felt mad at him and myself.
and now i miss talking to him (i don't like him that way) and i REALLY wanna talk to him but i don't wanna show that i care too much ,he might take it the wrong way,but he's my first guy friend
sooo HELP ME !!! i miss him Frown
i SWEAR i'm not rude .

 

Hey girlie, I know you're not rude and he probably was too. Apologize again and add him back on MSN.

Lauren T.

by nada6797 on 9/8/2010 6:47:19 PM

 
 

Moddddd. my cousin was 13 and got electrocuted in july and died. there's more to the story but that's not the point. i still can't get over the fact that he's gone. everytime someone says "my life suckss" or anything like that i always think of how much my cousin apprectiated his life. he ran track and they called hin "cheetah" because he was so fast. i run track and everytime i go to pratice i think of him. i really miss him and nobody understands b/c me and him were really close and told each other everything. Frown what shoud i do?

 

Hey girlie, keep taking it one day at a time. You'll always miss him, but eventually it's going to be easier to live without him. It's good to do things like running that keep him a part of you.

Lauren T.

by Shais#1FAN! on 9/8/2010 5:42:43 PM

 
 

Ok Im 12 my birthday is April 23rd and I on Lu have breast buds and alot of hair on my vagina.I have this white creamy sticky stuff that us in my undies every time I go to the bahroom. what do u think it is cuz it's really grossing me out please help me. Thanks
*Hanna*

by Hannamarie23 on 9/6/2010 4:01:45 PM

 
 

MODMODMODMOD

 

No, I wouldn't recommend doing that.  I would consider talking to your mom or another adult, and also read this article to see if it helps:  http://www.girlslife.com/post/2009/06/23/007-Period-Advice.aspx. 

Marie H.

by bubblybee411 on 9/6/2010 3:41:23 PM

 
 

hey girls! I give advice on just about anything! I'm really experienced in being an advice giver and help you get out of even the toughest sitch! so post a comment on my profile and I'll be happy to help ya Smile

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by summerlover0116 on 9/6/2010 9:38:48 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD!!! Smile
At our school we have lockers in 6th, 7th, & 8th grade. They are tall and there aren't enough for everyone so we have to have locker buddies.
In 6th grade we got to pick our locker buddies. This year I'm in 7th grade and we got assigned locker buddies. At first I got like my best friend (yay!). Then a few days I had to switch because another pair of locker buddies weren't getting along and our teacher picked my locker to switch with them. And lucky me, I get the girl in our class who's rude, annoying, bossy, and no one likes her. I had to go to 6th grade camp with her last year, had to sit next to her in tech, and she sat next to me in class for a big chunk of the year. I'm tired of always being with her!
I asked the teacher if I could switch back that day, but she said we'll see how it goes in a week. If I don't switch, I'm gonna freak. How can I politely tell the teacher I really don't wanna be with this girl?!
Thanks!

 

Hey girlie, wait out the week and explain to your teacher that it's not working out. See how it goes and give it a fair chance before trying to switch. If she continues to be rude then tell your teacher that you don't get along with her and can't share a locker with her.

Lauren T.

by memory975 on 9/5/2010 11:09:48 PM

 
 

MOD CAN U PLEASE ANSWER MY QUESTION BELOW!!!!!!!!!! THX

by greenbeans141 on 9/5/2010 7:29:32 PM

 
 

Hey Girlies! Need advice on:
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Come to my profile I will answer your question ASAP! I will post answers to your profile, and if its not publicly visible, to mine. I love to give advice and am happy to help!

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by chicka678 on 9/5/2010 7:29:03 PM

 
 

MOD MOD!! lately every time i get my period i get really cranky, everything makes me mad, i yell at everybody, i cry because of anything, and its gotten so bad that i get in trouble! also i get the worst cramps! i don't know why it's so bad- i'm eating healthy, drinking water, getting enough sleep, and trying to exercise. is there anything i can do about my raging emotions?? thanks

 

 

Hey girly girl, unfortunately periods and moodiness can go hand in hand at times. Since it sounds like you're doing everything right, I would check with your doc and see if they have any advice for you, or anything to recommend!

xxx

Becca G.

by danser411 on 9/5/2010 7:14:45 PM

 
 

Hey Chicas!!! This is Jamie, the Advic Sista from Club Amazing & Awesome, if you ever need help on anything and you don't know who to go to, come on over to me. I won't judge you and I won't put you down, I will simply help you with your problem or I will answer your question or whatever you need. You can contact me on Club Amazing & Awesome, or go to my profile. So I hope I talked to ya soon!!

<3 Jamie

by proarchergal42 on 9/5/2010 7:05:03 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD! Hey on like Monday or tuesday i ate nonstop and gained like 3 lbs in food and I had a really bad stomach ache but the nurse couldn't do anything so she sent me back 2 class so on like Wed. or Thurs. I went back 2 the nurse to drop off a kid's backpack and she asked if i was ok and I said ya but my back hurted so she asked me if I had my period yet and I said no but my mom had hers at 11 and I just turned 11...then on Friday i went 2 the nurse again and told her i had a stomach ache and she said tough it out and then i had gymnastics practice afterward @ 4:00 pm and on beam I had to do back-walkovers on the high beam(a back walk over is like a bridge kick-over) and my back was killing me so the coach told me to go home so i did and took some advil (2 pills) and i kept doing that till today and my tummy and back still hurt!!!! Is this my period??? Sorry this is so long!! thx tho!!!

by greenbeans141 on 9/5/2010 6:35:56 PM

 
 

*MOD My friend (G) is not potty trained. G has to wear diapers... pull-ups, huggies, pampers, goodnights. anything, but mostly just plain baby diapers. G really hates it. G is also treated like a baby around ppl G knows (baby food, high chair, crib, toddler/baby clothes and toys, bottles, etc). It's really embarrasing for G. G even has to be changed/fed by other people. Help please! And, yes, i know this is strange! Thanks!

 

 

Hey chica! How old is your friend?

xxx

Becca G.

by dina22464 on 9/5/2010 6:34:32 PM

 
 

ugh, tell me about it. its like a few pretzals and a small fry later, im bloated as heck lol

by turtles_in_africa on 9/5/2010 4:54:48 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD!!!
Lately I've been noticing things about my stepdad that really annoy me.
I think it's because when you're growing and all you get your own opinions and you become more of an individual. That's like what's happening to me.
There's this boy in my class, and he got held back in kindergarten. He's not very good in class (he has trouble learning) and he tries way too hard to be funny and cool. But he's a pretty nice kid.
My stepdad reminds me of him A LOT. Lately I've been noticing that my stepdad tries way too hard to be a good dad. He trys to act all tough and cool when he's picking me up or dropping me off at a friend's house or a party. He's not very smart, and he got held back when he was in first grade. But he's nice.
It annoys me so much that sometimes I might hurt my stepdad's feelings because I will tell him to stop or something.
I don't want to be a brat! But I don't relate to him at all and he's really annoying me!




hey! I know exactly what you mean, i sometimes feel the same way about some people in my life. But you just have to remember that the most important thing is that he's trying, even if he's not naturally good at being a cool stepdad. that means he cares and that means he's a good person who deserves your respect. When things get hard and you feel like being bratty, just take a deep breath  to calm yourself down. it's worked for me. Good luck! 
Helen S.

by memory975 on 9/5/2010 4:11:18 PM

 
 

***mod***mod***
If i wear a dress or a skirt my legs rub together and hurt really bad!!! How can i make them stop rubbing together/fix the prob? Please help!!!




Hey! Just try walking with your legs farther apart. 
Helen S.

by EgirlH.97 on 9/5/2010 2:47:15 PM

 
 

MOD! I haven't been able to fall asleep until almost 4:30 in the morning lately... and waking up at 11:00. School is starting on Tuesday, and I reeeally can't fall asleep any earlier than 4. I go to bed at about 11 and lie in bed not tired at all. How can I break this system? I have to wake up at 7 on Tuesday! D:




hey girl, sorry to hear that! I hope this helps you: http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/08/30/I-cant-fall-asleep.aspx 

Helen S.

by RocketQueenxo on 9/5/2010 2:44:13 PM

 
 

MOD
I have mild acne and I've been thinking about getting the zeno hotspot. 1. Do you have one?/ Know anyone who does? 2. Do you like it?/ Does it work? 3. Is it worth it?
Thanks




I havent heard anything about it. So i say maybe get it and see if it works. But beyond that i cant really help. Sorry. xoxo kerra 
Kerra S.

by ~liv4dance~ on 9/4/2010 10:42:51 PM

 
 

Anyone who wants advice from a girl their age,dealing with the same things you deal with every day, comment on my pro and ill get back to you ASAP

by haleyhay3 on 9/4/2010 8:39:54 PM

 
 

MOD
sry i didn't rlly make it too clear but like little candy shops and gift shops in downtown areas is more what i meant. do u think those kind of places would hire 14 year olds?




Hey girlie, they might you should definitely google the store and give them a call and ask.  
Paige T.

by smileysevvie on 9/4/2010 7:29:14 PM

 
 

MOD?
do you think small businesses in downtown areas of suburbs would hire 14 year olds? cuz i don't do much babysitting and i wanna have some extra money so i can start seriously saving up for college and buy more of the things that i want- i always feel bad when my parents buy me clothes and things for some reason cuz i know we could be using the money for something else that's more important. so what kind of places do you think would hire 14 year olds? and how do i handle asking if they're hiring and stuff?




Hey girlie, businesses no, there are laws that prohibit the employment of minors. I think you have to be at least 18 for a job in a downtown business area. Around my area giants hire 14 to 15 years olds, snowball stands, and some fastfood restraunts at 16  
Paige T.

by smileysevvie on 9/4/2010 7:20:52 PM

 
 

Hey girlies! Come check out my club that deals with emotional and mental health issues! I’ll try my best to help you! Smile
Have a GREAT day. Smile

by Club Tough Stuff on 9/4/2010 4:57:42 PM

 
 

hey girls!
I have been giving advice on GL for almost 4 years. i have lots of experience in giving advice for any topic! If you need help of any kind whether it be minor or serious girlie or regular embarassing or if your just plain curious let me know! im happy to help and hope to talk to YOU soon!
Lots of Love
Ellie
P.S. remember to always check out the advice section on my profile for updates, reminders, and extras!

by hugatree95 on 9/4/2010 4:27:36 PM

 
 

Hey Girlies! Need advice on:
> Boys
> Fashion
> School
> Friends
> Family
> Exercise
> Makeup
> Homework
> Puberty
> Siblings
> Fights
> Hair
> Bullying
> Music (Piano, violin, viola, cello, and singing)
> Figure Skating
> Parties
> Decorating
> Eating Healthy
> Acne
> Mean girls
> Starting Middle School
> Enemies
> Teachers
> Pets
> Parents
> School work
> And Anything else you can think of!

Come to my profile I will answer your question ASAP! I will post answers to your profile, and if its not publicly visible, to mine. I love to give advice and am happy to help!

Love,
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by chicka678 on 9/4/2010 2:27:10 PM

 
 

ya i knew that already...lol...

by sweetchic1116 on 9/4/2010 2:24:30 PM

 
 

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It's me facebooker1240, I've decided to make a club.
To learn about my new club go to my profile, and check it out! Where, you'll also see app's, and a small survey. Topics will start to be dicussed whenever we get more members! Oh, and everyone is welcome, so just post your comments away!! Smile Smile


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by Club_Hot_Topic on 9/4/2010 11:38:34 AM

 
 

That is what my mom said.......

by Photochickie on 9/4/2010 9:39:43 AM

 
 

urks... that's when i crave salty foods the most! blurg!

by HAZELELMDUST on 9/4/2010 2:15:33 AM

 
 

MODDDDDDDDDD
hey ummmmmmmmmmm well you know how your cycles are suposed to be 28 days apart... is that from the beginning of one to the next or the end of one to beginning of next or what? idk my first period and trying to estimate next one...
**MOD**~~~MOD not an emergency but please answer quickly MOD~~~**MOD**
ok so heres the thing: i am on my first period... i know how to use tampons but idk which absorbency and how long.... :S its super confusing because i was wearing reg pads today (i didn't have heavy and my period was suuuuuper heavy) and i went through 5 of them from 8 to 12... and then i just wore one for 3 hours and was fine now with an over night it is almost full... should i just wait for another period to know my cycle and such?

 

Hey girl, 

1. It's supposed to be 28 days from the beginning of your last cycle.


2. For tampons, I don't think there are different lengths, but there are light, regular and heavy absorbencies. I always use the regular ones; I wouldn't recommend the heavy ones because you aren't supposed to leave tampons in for more than about 4 hours anyway, or change them more often if they get full. You'll probably have to have another period or even a few to get used to your cycle and how heavy your period will be, and how many days it will last. And, a lot of girls have irregular periods at first. Even when a period regulates once you get older, not everyone's cycle is exactly 28 days. Some may be 26, some may be 30, etc.

Vanessa J.

by livvy1997 on 9/4/2010 1:12:07 AM

 
 

Moderator!
I know this is maybe the most dumbest thin possible to do, but i had put baby oil in ny bath (only a bath 4 stress n meditation) and then i dipped my face in it! it was very tempting to do because i love water. Should i be on the lookout for pimples and blackheads? Will the oil clog my pores? If i shouls be on the lookout 4 pimples and etc, what are some soaps and scrubs to help stop stuff before they start. Thanks!

 

Hey girl, I wouldn't expect that you'll definitely get pimples and blackheads if you don't normally - but you might not want to put your face in next time you take a bath with oil. If you want to try to prevent them, make sure you're washing your face twice daily: once in the shower and once at the other time of day- morning/night. Cetaphil, Neutrogena and Clean & Clear all make face washes that you can probably find at Wal-Mart. While you're in that aisle, check out what kind of scrubs they have, too!

Vanessa J.

by Kikikim8 on 9/4/2010 1:05:18 AM

 
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