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I was reading that you usually get your period around the same time your mom did. If that's true, I should have my period by now. I was wondering if that's normal not to get around the same time. Am I just a really late bloomer?

That is not necessarily true. The important thing to remember when it comes to periods is that EVERY girl is different and develops at a different rate. Some girls may get their periods around the same time their mothers did, and some will get it earlier or later. It’s not unusual for girls to get their first periods in their late teens. It’s really just up to Mother Nature!

Comparing your body to your mother’s, your aunt’s or your sister’s is silly when you think about it. When they mature earlier than you do, these comparisons can make you think that there must be something wrong with your, since your not following the schedule their bodies set. But , babe, you’ve gotta remember: There is no normal when it comes to puberty. A chat with your doctor can really help put your mind at ease…and make sure there really isn’t anything wrong with your bod.

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BY EMILY BELLOR ON 8/9/2011 12:00:00 AM

POSTED IN period 101, when will I get my period, puberty

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i started like at 12 i thought i will be later

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by thegirlwithamask21 on 12/2/2012 4:04:10 PM

Yeah my mom started at 16, and I started at 13. That is just meant as a guesstimate, and not always the time you will for sure start.

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by madds07 on 7/28/2012 10:32:47 PM

It isn't necessarily true about getting it the same time as your mom. My mom got hers at 15, my sister at 13 or 14, and
I'm 13 and haven't started it yet but I just started getting discharge.

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by loki94 on 4/15/2012 2:20:27 AM

Hey i am 13 years old and i am 5'1 and i still havent gotten my period....i am bra size 34b and i have had discharge and public hair...... Ummm when do u think i will get my period???? I am really prepared for it and stuff i have pads in my locker but its not coming....My doctor said around january but that was like a month ago ,......thanks

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by Kaleigh.Patton on 2/8/2012 10:02:25 PM

I'm 12 years old and I'm flat chested. Im really nervous because all my friends are talking about their periods. they always secretly share pads. My mom said I should be happy that I dont have to go through what their going through,......but Im not sure. My mom had hers and 12, but the doctor said I'm probably wont have it for another couple of years. Am I normal?

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by candycharms on 2/3/2012 4:23:39 PM