I am 13 years old and in the eighth grade, and I still don’t have my period. I feel really awkward
because everybody I know has gotten their period already. I feel like something
is wrong with me. What should I do?
Sweetie, I’m sorry you feel so alone and left out.
Unfortunately there’s nothing you can do to accelerate puberty or the arrival
of your period—though once it actually arrives, I’m sure you’ll be longing for
the days when you were period-free!
The time has come for you to embrace your body as it is now,
instead of coveting the changes you see in your peers. Every girl matures at a
different time and speed, and just as there are girls ahead of you, I’m sure
there are girls whose bodies are maturing slower than yours is.
Trust me when I say that there is nothing wrong with you. If you’re still worried, ask Mom to
make you a doctor’s appointment to rule out a real problem. Chances are, your
bod is programmed to play out puberty in the upcoming years. Womanhood—and all
that comes with it—is on its way, chica. Don’t rush it!
BY BRITTANY TAYLOR ON 10/10/2011 11:47:00 AM
POSTED IN body image, Love your bod, period 101, when will I get my period, puberty