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4 signs your period is coming

 

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Your period always come at the most annoying times, but it’s even worse when you’re not expecting it. If your periods have been irregular, there are still ways you can pin ‘em down, even without a trusty calendar. Here are four signs that your bod gives a few days in advance to let you know when Aunt Flo is on her way.

 

 

Tummy Troubles

If you’re thinkin’ you don’t look as good in your bikini as you did a few days ago, that might be some period-related bloating. You could also have either diarrhea or constipation, cramps, and nausea. Some chicas start craving specific foods and eating a li’l more than usual, too, so be careful that you keep snackin’ on healthy things.

 

Emotional Rollercoaster

You’re not a drama queen, but you’ve been feelin’ pretty weepy the past few days. That’s probably a sign that your period is right around the corner. You could also be more irritated than usual or have trouble sleeping. And in severe cases, gals have trouble remembering things and concentrating in the days leading up to their periods.

 

Skin Issues

Extra acne tends to pop out on your face when your period shows up because your hormones are goin’ wild. You could also get some cold sores and sometimes swelling in your face, hands, and feet. If your boobs hurt a bit and are tender, that’s normal, too.

 

Problem City

In general, you might just feel more tired and achy before your period hits. You could have headaches, too. And if you have any other issues, like asthma or allergies, they might be a li’l worse than usual.

 

Periods are never fun, but we all get ‘em, girls. So what do you do to keep your spirits up when that time of the month rolls around?

 

 

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BY CARRIE RUPPERT ON 12/26/2012 12:00:00 AM

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I am twelve years old . I turn thirteen in July . My mom did not start her period until she was fourteen . Today I experienced dierreah. It's not normal for me to have it .
My throat is hurting . But , that's it . Is that a sign of my period ? I have had discharge for two years . It started around this time . I have had pubic hair down and up there sense about this time also . I have had light cramps on and off today . I am wearing a panty liner for my discharge . It has a yellowish tent to it . My dads side started early (women ) but could it be it ? I carry around pads in my purse . Any advice ? Please reply soon Smile

 

Hey girlie, the discharge and pubic hair are both signs of your period. But feeling sick isn't. You might be coming down with some kind of cold or flu. Make sure you're drinking lots of fluids to try to keep yourself healthy and fight this off.


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by question22 on 5/19/2013 9:02:42 PM

 
 



MOd Mod Mod Mod I'm 11 & I've been having discharge for 2 years now public hair for 1, & my breast have been growing for 3. Is my period coming soon or is something wrong for still not having my period

 

hey! Those are all symptoms, but everyone gets it at different times. It sounds perfectly normal to me, but your doctor is the real authority on stuff like this. Sometimes it's genetic. When did your mom get hers? 


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by kirbypower1 on 5/18/2013 12:33:13 PM

 
 

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Every two weeks for the past 6 weeks I would get a big brown spot of discharge, not poo, in my underwear. Is this normal? What is this?

Hey girlie,

It might be discharge or your period -- I would talk to your mom or a doc for a pro opinion!
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by daddysgirlxoxoxo on 5/11/2013 9:23:52 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD........... When I'm on my period i don't feel cranky, I don't get cramps,or any other thing I here people complain about when on there period besides the need for pads. i normally feel calm and relaxed is that normal?




Hey girlie! Well, it's not usually the typical reaction to a period, but I wouldn't question it too much. Any avoiding of cramps and mood swings is a thing to be celebrated!
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by DONT.BLINK. on 5/9/2013 8:46:41 PM

 
 

I got super sore boobs, sweated a LOT, and a month before I got these break outs that wouldn't go away no matter what I did.

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by physicschick on 4/23/2013 4:19:59 PM

 
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