Managing your time of the month
My name is Amina, I am 13 years old.
Last Saturday, I started my period. I was very afraid. There was blood all over my pants and clothes. I ran to my mother because I thought that I was dying.
She told me that it is very normal and I should not be afraid. She said it only means that my body is beginning to prepare for adulthood and for me to have a baby when I am older and ready to raise children.
I didn’t understand. I don’t even have a boyfriend. How can I be preparing for a baby!
My mum said it is not like that. It doesn’t mean I am going to get pregnant. Only that my body has matured. Now every month, my womb prepares to carry a baby. The lining of my womb gets thicker. When I do not get pregnant, this lining passes out. That is the blood I see.
My mum said most girls see their period every 28 days. She gave me a small calendar so that I can keep track. She also gave me a small purse, she called it my period bag. She said I should always carry it, in case my period comes unexpectedly.
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if u re discharging does it means u will soon ur menstruction
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Probably
Hey Eghosa! The whitish thing you see is called vaginal discharge and it is not just whitish, there are other colors and feels that occur at different times in your menstrual cycle. It could be clear, milky or stretchy depending on your cycle. The only time you should be worried about a discharge is if it green or yellow in colour, if it's clumpy like cheese, if it has a bad odour, rashes, swelling or if it itches. Seeing a discharge does not necessarily mean that your period is coming soon. We hope this helps.
thanks big sister
when u have vaginal discharge,does it mean u will soon see ur period?
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Minaj-slimzy35! The whitish thing you see is called vaginal discharge and it is not just whitish, there are other colors and feels that occur at different times in your menstrual cycle. It could be clear, milky or stretchy depending on your cycle. The only time you should be worried about a discharge is if it green or yellow in colour, if its clumpy like cheese, if it has a bad odour, rashes, swelling or if it itches. Seeing a discharge does not necessarily mean that your period is coming soon. We hope this helps.
I Didn't Feel Pain Bt I Felt Weakness
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey JAMIE! Every girl has different signs and symptoms when she gets her period. For some, it may just be slight discomfort while others may feel extreme pain, vomit, stool and still have cramps. Not everyone feels pain. All of this depends on the individual. We hope this helps.
the first day i saw my period i was affraid because it comes unexpectedly.......i was in school that day so i dont knw what to do, i thought that i was dying because the pain is much........
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Jenny! Thanks for the comment. Periods come with pain/cramps and it can be really uncomfortable as nobody likes pain but getting your period means growth. You can try any of these easy solutions to stop the pains; have a hot bath, place a hot water bottle on your tummy, take a walk or take some pain killers as prescribed by a doctor or certified pharmacist. However, if the pain persists, please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
Your is disgrasing in school wat but no problem it isjust normal for every girls
Is it normal for a girl 2 start seeing her period when she's 16 years old?
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Goody! Yes, it is very normal. We hope this helps.
big sis,i mean when u have not started at all
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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Hey Minaj-slimzy35! Vaginal discharge is a sign of puberty. Girls start to notice it when they reach puberty. You do not necessarily have to start your period to see vaginal discharge. We hope this helps.
I am not a lady but I like the examplary explanation of that incase of my younger sister. Thank you
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
My advice is that, you girl should keep ya self clean always
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
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hey big sis my period 4 oct start at d end of sept.pls z it normal?
yeah ,I like your taugh
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Hi am new here. Can menses last for just three days?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Urmi! Periods last from 2 days - 7 days depending on the individual. The flow also depends on the individual. So, it is perfectly normal to see your period for 3 days. We hope this helps.
my hips are paining me what does it mean
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Eghosa! This could mean so many things. We cannot tell what is wrong with you but we suggest you talk to a trusted adult and also see a doctor for proper diagnosis. We hope this helps.
Thanks,big sis
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Thanks big sis
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
big sist pls answer my question
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Good mum
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Ok, it just like a dream to we boys,the dream is very sex alot to be a enOugh for boys.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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LOi...i think u should personalize that...... It not about 45% true!!(am a GUY)
Mine started one Christmas day.... Nd I didn't tell my mum bcoz I was scared and shy till after 6months
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Itzhaywhy! Wow! 6 months is a long time. How did you cope with keeping such a huge secret from your mum? Lol. Thanks for sharing.
I strted my menses on d 1st of april,wen i saw it i ws scared bt my mum tld me it ws normal nd she gve me few tinz 4 d P
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
My name is taiwo nd I saw my period when I was 12 years old.when I wanted to bath I saw blood on my panties nd I jst knew it was my period cus in my school they taught me about it.I told my mum nd she gav me pads to keep nd wear but wah I didnt know was that I can have menstrual cramps also...PLS DO NOT EAT JUNKS OR TAKE JUNKS A WEEK BEFORE UR PERIOD.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Plz big sis what is panty linner and hw do i get them
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Valentina! Panty liners are smaller and not as thick as pads. Panty liners can be gotten at supermarkets around you. If you cannot find in local stores, try looking for them in big supermarkets.
Panty liners are tinier and smaller pads used towards the end of your period when your flow gets lighter.
Wen I saw my period,I was not afraid cuz my sisters used to talk abt it,so I was not surprised at all
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
When I had my first period I was very shy to tell my mum even though I knew what it meant
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
When i first saw my period i was not afraid becos my teacher already explained it to me
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
I gained stretch marks after using a cream. It's not very much and visible. . Though, I'm looking for any possible remedy. I've seen stretch marks cream remover.. but a friend told me it will only worsen it. Please advise me?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Peeyz! Please stop using the cream that caused your stretch marks. That is the most important thing. We hope this helps.
First time I saw my period, I wasn't scared cow my mum has taught me all about it I was only embarrassed because I got stained at the hostel..pink house
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
I was not surprise because my mom have told me everything I need to no about it
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
like gud attention
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
good stepped
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Hi my name is Nancy well I am 17 years of age I was in our teachers sons house the boy drugd me and found out I was bleeding so he let me be and we'll
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Nancy! Thanks for opening up through this comment. We are so sorry about this. Please, you need to report this to a trusted adult as soon as possible and also stay away from that young man. Please try and avoid that house for a while too for your safety. We hope this helps.
that's derogatory, It's unfair
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey John! Thanks for the comment. We will like to know what exactly is derogatory about this article. We look forward to a response from you.
Big sis, i mean the guys act towards nancy, it's derogatory and unfair
Hi😁
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
The 1st time i saw my period i passed 2ru a lot of pain even till now
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey hoyingold! Thanks for the comment. First of all, period pains are normal so don't be scared. Now to easy solutions, you can try any of these tips; have a hot bath, place a hot water bottle on your tummy, take a walk or take some pain killers as prescribed by a doctor or certified pharmacist. However, if the pain persists, please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
but when i started mine i didnt feel any pain atall
l was reading a book about menstration then i went to use d toilet then a saw blood in my pant so i was nt surprised so i went to buy a pad called always and i use it
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey barbie! We like the fact that you were already gaining knowledge as your period came. That's really good. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks for this Amina
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Pls what is the meaning of the whithish discharge that comes out of a lady jus afta her menstuation?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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It's Vaginal discharge, it serves an important housekeeping function in the female reproductive system. Fluid made by glands inside the vagina and cervix carries away dead cells and bacteria. This keeps the vagina clean and helps prevent infection. Most of the time, vaginal discharge is perfectly normal. It usually comes before or after the end of your circle.
Hey Judi! Divyn_ has said it all. @Divyn_ we love the way you explained to Judi. Wow, that was a very detailed explanation. Keep up the good work. Thanks for helping out, you are indeed a Springster!
Pls after period wat next and how can some1 stay out of unwanted BABY?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
is there any thing like date on omition in menstration
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey debby! People may sometimes miss their period but it does not happen all the time. If you miss your period regularly, please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
I am 13 and I have not started menstruating but I've been seeing my vaginal discharge for 2years now
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Jennifer! Nothing is wrong with you dear. Not everyone sees their period as early as 13. You still have some time as you are still young. Don't worry yourself, you have a long time to experience these things so before it comes, enjoy yourself. Stop worrying yourself okay? Puberty will come soon. We hope this helps.
it only happened to me once and i saw my menstral period on the first of the following month
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
Is a good thing becuse he make u to no ur period in the right time!!
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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I Like it
is it normal 4 u to see your period when u started for two months than u don't see it on the 3rd month when it was suppose to come?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Joyce! Yes, it is. When you just start your period, it tends to be irregular for sometime. However, please talk to a trusted adult about this and also see a doctor just to be on the safe side. We hope this helps.
what if your period doesn't come after two months has passed? and probably you have not done sex before
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Bright! Missing your period for 2 months at a stretch should not be ignored. Please talk to a trusted adult and also see a doctor. We hope this helps
is it normal 4 som1 to hv their period for up to 10 days?
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Springster! So sorry about that. There are certain things that you should be able to do by yourself without seeking public opinion. Do not let your friends define everything you do because they will all give their personal opinions which may be different from what you want and this can make you feel back. Sometimes you just have to choose and define what you want for yourself without accepting public opinion. We hope this helps
Can a guy use to see his period too??
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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No camson, guys cannot see their periods. Thanks
i feelt bad the first day i saw my period
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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why
i first saw my period at school
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
i am 12 years old my breast is just developing while a 9 years has been developing what is wrong with me
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Springster! Nothing is wrong with you dear. Not everyone's breasts grows as early as 12. You have time so do not be worried. Also, please do not compare yourself and your growth process to another person because we all grow differently. You should also look at the size of your family members breasts because that can determine how you will be (this doesn't work all the time though). We hope this helps.
ok
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
i am 12years breast is developing but if i stand from sleep my bar it will blood
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Springster! We do not understand your question. Please explain better so that we understand better. Thanks
u are 12years when ur breast developed ur own is too fast why
Heyy.. please am worried about my private parts I think that's not how it's supposed to be. The outer lips are so long and wobbly. I've never had sex and am just 16years. Please help. I am scared
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Springster! Every girl has her own type of body. It may not look like other girls but it is really nothing to worry about. If you are still in doubt, you can go ahead and see a doctor (talk to a trusted adult first). We hope this helps
Pls toilet roll is not advisable. Take note of that. It's better you go out with enough money so that when ever you need to a pad you can be able to buy one.
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Fanta! We only advised toilet roll for emergency situations (when your period comes when you are not expecting it) and when you cannot get sanitary pad to use at that time. You know some people can have sanitary pads at home but the period can come when they are in school. These are the situations we are talking about. Thanks
Ok
wat if u have heavy flow
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hello Kurshi, if you have a heavy flow then try and buy sanitary pads that are extra long and are for heavy flows. You should try and change your pad more often to make sure you don't get stained. Don't forget that you are losing a lot of iron especially when your flow is heavy so eat a lot of food rich in iron like unripe plantains, green vegetables, beef, liver etc. We hope this helps.
i do loss my appetite anytime am on my period is anything wrong with me?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Some girls lose their appetite when they are on their period. This is usually not something to worry about especially if this is how your periods have always been. It usually happens because periods sometimes come with bloating (too much gas in the stomach), constipation or diarrhea. We hope this helps.
Hello Springster! Some girls lose their appetite when they are on their period. This is usually not something to worry about especially if this is how your periods have always been. It usually happens because periods sometimes come with bloating (too much gas in the stomach), constipation or diarrhea. We hope this helps.
plz big sis ,does too much of sweet things makes the vaginal to smell?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hi Michelle! Thanks for your question. There is something called yeast which can be found in the vagina. It is okay when there is a little of it there but it can become too much for some reasons like when we eat a lot of sweet things. This is because yeast eats these sweet things and can grow faster when there is a lot of it. When this happens there may be some discharge from the vagina and it may smell bad. This 'yeast infection' may also make the vagina itchy or swollen. This is one of the reasons we need to avoid eating too many sweets. We hope this helps.
Hi big 6s,my sista period period usually comes 24th every month but last month she did nt saw her period coming to dis month it comes out on d 4th,nd ends on 6th I dn't knw wats going with her pls help me.
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Favor! When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 21 days or 35 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 21 or 35 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. So if someone's cycle is for 21-28 days, she is likely to see it twice a month sometimes (not all the time). If she sees it twice every month, please advise her to talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
Hello big sis. And what can make the period to come late more than expected. Like if one is suppose to see her period on the 23rd as usual. One now see it on the 28th.hope nothing is wrong with DAT person
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey omowunmi! The best way to know when your period is coming is to calculate using a calendar. However, periods come early or late sometimes so we advise that you prepare at least a week ahead by having sanitary pads or panty liners around. Other ways to predict your period are the various signs and symptoms you feel when your period is coming. These signs are unique to individuals so you need to pay attention to your body to know the signs you get before your period comes. We hope this helps.
I ALWAYS FEEL TO HAVE SEX WHY
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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That makes us two 😂😂😂
Hey Joy and Lufffytrap! It is normal to crave sex sometimes. There is nothing wrong with it. That is why you are hormonal. It is what you do with the urge that matters. We hope this helps.
Hey Joy that is how it use to be sometimes it is not only you
DOES ALOT OF SUGAR INCREC THE PERIOD?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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yes
Hey JOY! No, sugar does not increase your blood flow. However, it may cause cramps. We hope this helps
Sometimes i see my period only 3 days it is good
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Hotangel! Periods last from 2 days - 7 days depending on the individual. The flow also depends on the individual so you are perfectly fine. We hope this helps
how do i count my circles
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Ada! In calculating your period/menstrual circle, note that the first day of your period is also the first day of your menstrual circle and the last day of your period is not the last day of your circle but the last day of your period. The duration/flow depends on the individual. The last day of your cycle is the day before your next period starts. For example, if your period started on the 1st of April and your next period starts on the 3rd of May, your cycle will be 2nd of May. This means that your cycle lasts for 31 days. Your new cycle starts again from the 1st day of your next period. Please note that your period can be delayed at sometimes and can also come earlier than normal. We hope this helps.
What can I eat to reduce mensuration pain
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
Please Ooh,,,, Big Sister What Can U Do To Stop Masturbating??? I Need Ur Atention These Time Please Big Sister
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Deborah807! Thanks for opening up through this comment. Getting addicted to masturbation can affect you sexually later on in life. If you really want to stop it, you need to make up your mind and make sure you stick to it. Also, look for a strong distraction that will keep you busy all the time so that you won't have the time to masturbate. We hope this helps
Big sister pls help me, after your period how how many days can you stay b4 having sex to avoid pregnancy
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey lovly! We always advise that you practise safe sex. If you must have sex, please always use a condom. Pregnancy is not the only risk involved when you have unprotected sex. You are also at the risk of having STDs/STIs or even HIV. You can talk to a trusted adult or your doctor for guidance. We hope this helps
is good to have sex a week before your period
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey lovly! If you must have sex, please always use a condom to avoid so many risks. We hope this helps
Big sister m always scared whenever we enter a new month because I have painful heavy periods and m yet to see my period this month but m scared of the pain... What do I do?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Princess.Muna! Every girl has different signs and symptoms when she gets her period. For some, it may just be slight discomfort while others may feel extreme pain and like you, may have cramps. All of this depends on the individual. You can try any of these easy solutions to stop the pains; have a hot bath, place a hot water bottle on your tummy, take a walk or take some pain killers as prescribed by a doctor or certified pharmacist. However, if the pain persists, please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
bigsisterihavenotstartperiod
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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WATZ ur age pls
Hey,for d past for months my cousin has not seen her period and she is not pregnant either. Plz wat shld we do?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Bizgold! Please tell her to talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps
Well its totaly normal but if it persists for more than a month and half or so,she should see a gynaecologist. hope this helps
i have not started my period and i dont know what is happening
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey holuwakhemzy! Thanks fo r the comment. Not everyone starts theit periof early or at a certain age. Your period will come okay. We hope this helps
What if it happened in school
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
My period for the first time yesterday was sticky and very dark:slightly brown.This morning it did'nt come.
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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yes demi s a sign,days preparin u 4 d real menses,so get prepared,u can c visit d doctor 4 proper confirmation.
Hey Demi! It could be that your period is about to start. Just give it some time. If it doesn't come by tomorrow, talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps
Just little dark blood sticking to my vagina pls help i'm only 14 pls is it really my period
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
Hi what exactly can I do to stop masturbating?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Adequate! There are so many ways to stop masturbation. The most important thing is that you need to be ready because it is a thing of the mind. You need to make up your mind to stop. What you need is a worthy distraction... You can take up a new hobby, read a book, start a business, gist with friends etc. All these and many more are ways to get your mind off masturbation. We hope this helps
What exactly is d cause of masturbation?
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Adequate! There are so many reasons why people masturbate. Some do it to explore (especially teenagers), some for sexual pleasure and so many other reasons. These are dependent on the individuals. We hope this helps
Is it Everybody dat Masturbate!
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Adequate! No it is not everyone that masturbates. We hope this helps
Noraj thanks but pls can i get your phone number i need to know more about this period stuff. No one to enlighten me.Pls
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey DEMI! We do do not have any phone number. You can freely comment on any article here without anyone judging you. You can also comment as anonymous if you feel shy. Big sister will definitely respond to your comment. We hope this helps
Nice One
wow..great cos I didn't know the meaning of pant liner
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Amber! A panty liner is used on the pants to prevent vaginal discharge from touching your panties. It looks like a very small pad (it is not as big as a sanitary pad). You can buy panty liners at supermarkets around you. We hope this helps
Am 13 I see my menstruation but I see it this yrs steptember 28 but seen than till today December today I could see it Pls help me did I av a problem like that
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Shade111! Please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps
WOW OUR MUMMY TRIED
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
am 16, and i always see my period twice a month, what could be d cause and how can i stop it.
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Gold! Some people see their periods twice a month because menstrual cycle is from 21 days to 35 days (depending on the individual). Some also get their periods 13 times a month instead of the regular 12 times (once a month). It is not something you can stop if your cycle is 21 days or 25 days. What you need to do is to calculate your period to know how long your cycle lasts. We hope this helps.
big sister, am 16 and something strange is happening dat i dont understand. my period comes twice a month, n i dont know how to stop it. please help
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
big sister, am 16 and something strange is happening dat i dont understand. my period comes twice a month, n i dont know how to stop it. please help
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
only God knows
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I saw my period when I was 12 it was very painful for me I like your idea about your period bag I think I'm gonna try it
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i saw my period when i was 13 it was really painful and embarrassing because i saw my first period when i was in the school writing my junior (W.A.E.C)
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
it was at shool so embarrassing and painful actually have mood swings throughout d week is it normal?
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Am 13 no breast no period in April i will be 14 wat wrong
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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no problem dear very soon u will see it
Hey Live! Like Dee said, there is no problem. Your period will come soon. Not everyone starts their period at 13. As for your breasts, it is obvious that your organs are still developing. Just take your mind off it because paying close attention to it will only make you stay worried. We hope this helps
Wow so cute i love dis
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
I am thirteen and I haven't seen my period what can I di
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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You'll see yours soon so don't worry A friend of mine started when she was 14. So nothing is wrong with you😊
Thanks Mabel for encouraging your fellow Springster. We appreciate
hi am new here, buh don't worry u will soon see
when i started seeing my period i was scared to see blood on my undies so i ran to my thinking i was injured or severely sick but she told me it was normal and explained it to me as a sign of maturity .til today i still laugh at the memory
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When u saw that suddenly..... Do u think u are dying 😁😁😁
Hmm interesting this mummy really try
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
when i saw mine i just went to my mom and i told her
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Hmmm when i see my, my mom really trie bcos i never been in such of a thing like dat,she take gud care of me and then she told me nt 2 move closer too a guy and she give me alot of advice also i thank her 4 is careing to me.
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Hello big sister am new I saw my mentration last year stempber 28th seen than I could seen it up to today but yesterday I saw something black or brown coming out of my vingal wat happened to me big sis Pls I need ur help wat is happened am so confused big sis I need ur help find a solution on it big sis
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Eunice! Please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps
It was water not blood; period!
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Then it stop Wat I am going to see it this yrs
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Mine i was 13 years old then bcos ave learn about everything.
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Good afternoon big sis, am new here . I've a very big problem with my monthly cyce, last month my period started on the 26th of dec and ended on 30th. Within a week interval it started again which lasted for seven days, i kept quiet thinking it was normal,then on the 17th jan. It started again but it wasn't rushing as before but the blood is dark and very thick. On the 21st i started having pain on my stomach as if am about to see my period. Pls tell me if it is normal.
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Chacha! Please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps
I had my first period in Christmas day. Not a giid way to start
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Awwwww... sorry about that. Don't forget to keep track of your period (the day it started and when it will end) and follow it through for other periods. You can track this on a calendar or you can use a period tracker on your phone. We hope this helps
are u now get them right
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wen i first say my period it was in school i was 12 Wen i startd aven read let of book i knew it was my period i neva shared it with any one coz i was shy to tel even my mum ,til wen i clockd 13 My mum was surprisd wen i tld her bt it was nyce wen i saw it.
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Please big sister how do I dispose sanitary pads
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Hey Mars! Thanks for the comment. You can dispose your pad by wrapping the used sanitary pad in the nylon it originally came in. If you want it to remain a secret or you do not like people to know that you are on your period, you can wrap it in an old paper to dispose it. We hope this helps
I have never seen my period, does it mean am pregnant
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If u have never slept with any mam then u re not pregnant, maybe your period is just late. But If u still feel scared go for a test.
Hey Springster! If you are yet to see your period, it does not mean that you are pregnant. It means that your period is yet to come. Please talk to a trusted adult, we hope this helps
hello. me and my boyfriend was in a hot romance so he penetrate on me when he was about to release he quickly brought his penis out. and released but am afraid if any sperm entered me
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Hey Grace! The watery liquid that comes out first is actually potent enough to get you pregnant. Pregnancy is not the only effect of having unprotected sex. You can get STDs/STIs or even HIV. Please go for a pregnancy test to be sure. We hope this helps
can pregnancy sign start in just two weeks .Wat are the signs. and Is it a must
Pls i want to know if this is true, i was told that if i have sex with a guy, i should take salt in water immediately that it will wash out the sperm. Please is this true?
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Hey Rocxy! This is NOT TRUE! Salt water does not wash away sperm from the body. Please, this is a wrong information and also a myth and you need to help us tell others that it is not true. Also, unprotected sex is not safe for you. If you must have sex, please use a condom. It not only prevents pregnancy but may also prevent STDs/STIs. We hope this helps
can pregnancy sign start in just two weeks and Wat are the signs and is it a must
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Hey grace! A girl can get pregnant within 2 weeks of having unprotected sex. There are different signs of pregnancy and everyone has their own unique sign. To confirm if you are pregnant, please go for a proper pregnancy test and talk to a trusted adult about it. We hope this helps
Big sis, someone tel me that the white tick thing coming out frm my virgina is golorial, is that so?
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Hey Rocxy! No, it is not true. That is called vaginal discharge and every girl that has started puberty has this every month. The only time that you should know that you have an infection is when your discharge is either yellow or green in color and when it itches and smells. If not, you are fine. If these are the signs that you see, please see a doctor.
do you mean condom can never make someone pregnant .don't it burst
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Hey grace! Of course, condoms burst. The only safest way to stay safe 100% is abstinence. We hope this helps
You are soo helping us
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itz gd to throw our waste pad inside d dustbim
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Hey fweeshy! Thanks for the comment. There is nothing wrong with throwing you used pad in a dust bin but be sure that it should be properly wrapped in such a way that people do not see the content. You can wrap it in the nylon that comes with the pad and/or you can use an old paper to wrap it up. You can even use a nylon to tie it before throwing it away. We hope this helps
People and their Supersticious beliefs So suprising!!!!
when i started mine i told my mum and she helped me cleaned up
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My mum found out when washing my pant i was 11 then.
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Hello.iam new here. When i first had my period,it was wierd becoz blood was allover my pant. I thought i was badly injured.
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please big sister I need your help I had sex yesterday and I saw my period today does that mean am not pregnant
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Hey alesh! Thanks for the comment. If you had unprotected sex, you can get pregnant. However, seeing your period does not mean that you are not pregnant, some people see their periods while pregnant. Also, you cannot also get pregnant immediately after having sex. It takes at least 2 weeks for you to confirm that you are pregnant. Please talk to a trusted adult and go for a pregnancy test after 2 weeks to really know your status. If you had unprotected sex, you should also get tested to know if you have an STD too. We hope this helps
The first time i saw my period,, i was Both shocked and suprised to the extent of even crying because i was the "heavy- flow" type and it took lots of days But i am used to it now
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DAT GUD
The First day i saw mine i waz not shock because my friend hav experience it
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her wat
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Big sis pls help me my period alway start any time
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Hey Springster! Your period does not start at any time. You cannot track it and so you feel it is coming at just any time. What you need to do is to learn how to track your period. In calculating your period/menstrual circle, note that the first day of your period is also the first day of your menstrual circle and the last day of your period is not the last day of your circle but the last day of your period. The duration/flow depends on the individual. The last day of your cycle is the day before your next period starts. For example, if your period started on the 1st of April and your next period starts on the 3rd of May, your cycle will be 2nd of May. This means that your cycle lasts for 31 days. Your new cycle starts again from the 1st day of your next period. Please note that your period can be delayed at sometimes and can also come earlier than normal. We hope this helps.
my period starts anytime it stains me most times in public
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Hey pwncess! Your period does not start at any time. You cannot track it and so you feel it is coming at just any time. What you need to do is to learn how to track your period. In calculating your period/menstrual circle, note that the first day of your period is also the first day of your menstrual circle and the last day of your period is not the last day of your circle but the last day of your period. The duration/flow depends on the individual. The last day of your cycle is the day before your next period starts. For example, if your period started on the 1st of April and your next period starts on the 3rd of May, your cycle will be 2nd of May. This means that your cycle lasts for 31 days. Your new cycle starts again from the 1st day of your next period. Please note that your period can be delayed at sometimes and can also come earlier than normal. We hope this helps.
The first time i saw my period, no stomach pain but back pain nd blood on my paint, already i have told about it in school n mum also told me that; so i was not too afraid but afraid that one has to be very careful because i can now get pregnant since then no guy comes close me once a guy said he love is he said i should hate he that how it happened..
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Dats kul
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My first was on a Sunday.... I woke up feeling energetic... I saw blood stains and I said finally!!! I was going to be 12yrs old ... I told my mum and asked me if I had pads and I did... She told me to get pain reliever Incase I have cramps in church.. me I will be 17 am happy cus am a WOMAN
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Hey Springster! Thanks for sharing your experience with us, we really appreciate it. You are indeed a WOMAN. Go Springster!
Pls if you started seeing your menses and dat liquid White substance is coming out Wat dus it Mean
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Hey Dricks9000! Thanks for the comment. Do you mean that when you start your menses, you see white substance instead of blood? If that is the case, you need to be sure that it is that time of the month first of all. Sometimes (for some people), the discharge tends to mix with the blood but there is always some form of blood spotting when your period starts. If you do not see blood, it just may not be your period. We hope this helps
Y is it dat when i have my period the blood is like block
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please my period dont come out regularly, for example it will come out this month nd wont come again till next two months, please what's the cause???
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Hey bizzle! When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 28 days or 30 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 28 or 30 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. We hope this helps.
Wow
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Oh, i am male
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awesome
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okay I love dat article Pls can i_become a_lawyer +hair dresser
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Hey Pre111! Thanks for the comment. Yes, you can. All you need to know is how to balance both worlds. There is time for everything... just properly plan your time and you will see that it will work. We hope this helps
Pls can i bcm a tailor nd also go to a computer training
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Hey Sok! Yes, you can.
i was so scared nd afraid
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The first time was normal since my mum already told me when i was 12years old and i also learnt about it in school i only felt bad that day because i was messed in school that day since it came suddenly
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big sis.i saw my period earlier than expected,am i alright?
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Hey funstar! Thanks for opening up with this comment. It is normal to be worried about your period. Sometimes, periods come late and also, people miss their periods sometimes due to stress and some other health reasons. We hope this helps
big sis, anytime my period comes it does not flow heavy and the first two days will b normal then the third and fourth day my period will b very little is anything wrong
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Hey Ella! Thanks for the comment. There is nothing wrong with you. This is how your period is and there is nothing wrong with it. Do not be worried okay? We hope this helps
thanks big sid
Big sis I always have my period at the end of the month then later it became the beginning of the month and now the middle of the month hope there is nothing wrong
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Hey Cutie! Thanks for the comment. There is no guess work when it comes to your period. You need to learn how to calculate your period and it is really easy. When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 28 days or 30 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 28 or 30 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. We hope this helps.
mine dos not work like dat
Big sis ,it was scary the first time, i wasn't having anything in mind i just felt like defecating so i rushed to the toilet,when i got there i polled off my pant,suprisingly my pant was filled with blood,i had to shout out for my mom,cause i thought i was dying,my mum came into the toilet and when she saw it i was surprise to see a smile on her face,i became more sad,when she just said,its normal,i start to cry,she helped me inside,and she told me things about it, but i couldn't get it, till the next day, she came home with pads,and she explained better,she said am now a big girl.all thanks to my mumcy.
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d first day i witnessed mine i was also very afraid n didnt tel my aunt coz i taught dat sometin else might cum out of it bt she later found out fr hrself
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I was not too afraid because my mom gave birth to four girls,I am the second,so she started early teaching us on how to handle it,when my elder sister started I now new it was true,so when I started it was not difficult.
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Big sis, advice me hw to calculate my mestural circle
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Hey Remtoy! Thanks for the comment. In calculating your period/menstrual circle, note that the first day of your period is also the first day of your menstrual circle and the last day of your period is not the last day of your circle but the last day of your period. The duration/flow depends on the individual. The last day of your cycle is the day before your next period starts. For example, if your period started on the 1st of April and your next period starts on the 3rd of May, your cycle will be 2nd of May. This means that your cycle lasts for 31 days. Your new cycle starts again from the 1st day of your next period. Please note that your period can be delayed at sometimes and can also come earlier than normal. We hope this helps.
D first time i saw my period ,no pain at all and it happens to b very early in d morning while waking up i notice i hv been stained thoroughly bt i dnt shake thou cuz,i hv learnt abt it in d school and i was d one dat cleaned my self up bt my mum later notice it in d evening time
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Pls big sis. Is 3 days normal for a girl to see her period??
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Hey pleazy! Yes, it is normal to see your period for 3 days. Some people even see for as little as 2 days and as much as 7 days. Please note that we are all different. We hope this helps
BIG SIS, CAN A GIRL GET PREGNANT IF SHE HAS SEX BEFORE REACHING D AGE OF PUBERTY?
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IF I SEE MY PERIOD DIS MONTH AND DON'T NEXT MONTH, BUT DO NEXT TWO ONTHS, AM I NORMAL?
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Hey VAMPARINA! When we say monthly cycle, what we mean is either 28 days or 30 days (depending on your cycle). It does not have to start on the 1st of the month and end on the last day. It can start at the end of the month but as long as it lasts up to 28 or 30 days as the case may be with your menstrual cycle, that is all that matters. What you need to do is to track your period using a calendar to know how long your cycle is. Please note that menstrual cycles last from 21 -35 days depending on the individual. We hope this helps.
when I saw my period first I thought it was d wound I had BT my mom said it isn't
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I saw mine on d 25 of December It stopped me from having fun and it hurt so bad I though I was going to die
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I was like afraid when I saw it, I started asking myself question hw manage this blood is coming out of me, like seriously I was surprise the first day I experirce it I could not even play with friends through out da day
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I saw mine on the 10th of January
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Big sis is it true dat wen a girl has menstrual pains nd after having sex d pains will gradually go away so is it true??????
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Hey Springster! Thanks for the comment. This is NOT TRUE! Sex does not stop or reduce your menstrual pain. Your cramps cannot be controlled by sex. You can try any of these easy solutions to stop the pains; have a hot bath, place a hot water bottle on your tummy, take a walk or take some pain killers as prescribed by a doctor or certified pharmacist. However, if the pain persists, please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.
BIG SIS CAN FINGERING AFFECT UR PERIOD
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Hey DELPHINE! No, fingering cannot affect your period. We hope this helps
Big sis when i started my period i don't av pimples for about a year pls wat can ï do coz i don't want to av pimples
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Hey harbeke! Thanks for the comment. Pimples that come as a result of period are hormonal and most times, they go by themselves. This happens to a lot of females including big sister. For regular pimples, wash your face at least twice a day but it should not be more than this frequency, keep your hands and nails as clean as possible by washing them regularly with soap and water. Avoid popping the pimple, stop touching your face, remove all the makeup from your face before going to sleep. Do not use cosmetics containing chemicals that will irritate the skin. Also, cut down on dairy and sugary foods. Eat more fiber, walnuts, fish and vegetables. Wash your pillowcases and bedsheet regularly and drink lots of water. We hope this helps.
I woke up 1 morning just 2 see blood stains on my pant,dress & bed sheet,so i ran to my mum she explained everything 2me
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When I saw my period I refuse to tell mom
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I Was playing so i fell at d age of 11 bt i could'nt stand up while i managed to do so i saw blood though my heart skipped a bit buh....deep i knew it was my period
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Wow!
on d first day of my period i was ashamed no one 2 talk 2 cause i was a shy girl i jst kept 2 myself dat day till i opened up 2 mai mum
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its so easy big sis
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I didnt tell anyone till my cousin saw me nd she told my mom
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It was fun shall, it was my senior sister that saw it because i didn't notice it: snr sister: see blood on ur skirt me; chiisos, what is going on, i don't have boil, wound even rashes, God why me? snr sis: u are pregnant , let me go and tell mummy me: (crying) please don't, i thought is only when you sleep with a guy that u became pregnant? why my own so different? i didnt sleep with a boy neither do any1 touch me snr sister; mummy is calling u! me: OMG have mercy, pls let mum understand i didnt do this mummy: (smile) congratulation my pretty
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Awwwww... That was scary in the beginning Amiable. Your senior sister sure knows how to prank you. We are glad you didn't get in trouble for starting your period. Thanks for sharing this story with us. We are so happy about this.
Hahahahahaha, big sister, don't mind her, after using all my pad they alwayz share in school since i didn't know the usefullness, she get mind to scared me like that.. i realy appreciate your reply
I have not started mine but I am eager to start bcoz some of my friends told me that they have started theirs.
Hw old r u bessy?
My name is mistura , I started my period on sunday 2013.i waz in a service when I realised am wet, I went to the toilet to check nd I saw a blood.wen I get home I told my mum , she said m now a girl.she gave me a pad and explained how am going to use it.
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Thanks big sis
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Thanks for the tips
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am just joining dis page
Hw u no ur last period
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Hw u no ur last period
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Hw will u no ur last period.
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What are panty liners.
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panty liner are smaller than pads and do not have wings. it can absorb like pad .i think it is meant for discharge.
sorry I mean it can't absorb like pad.
wen I started I was scared I was even crying
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wen I started mine, I dint notice the stain on my skirt, it was wen I wanted to take my bath that I saw it. I have been eager to start but wen I started I was a bit scared then I told my mom immediately. and she told me somethings about it.
when i started i saw the blood in my pants when i want to have my bath i was not scared i went to show my mum immediately my mum told me that congratulation that i have seen my period and that day was on sunday i was happy and happy but later on my stomach started paining me but the period has stop and the day i saw it was september 9 2018 so it has not come but my mum said that it is next month that it will come again please is it true???
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yes of course
I was never scared because I had been enlightened on it before.
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You are welcome princess temmy
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I wasn't scared because I read a lot about it
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I saw mine when I followed my mum to work at first I was so scared then I rushed to her and told her about it then she told me not to worry and I felt relaxed
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I wasn't scared too
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When i first had my period,i didn't say anything but i went to change my pant and continue my play until when i noticed it was getting stained.Then i told my mum.
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I wasn't scared
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I had mixed feelings (scared and happy).
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I wasn't scared coz i have read a lot about it
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Hi big sis my period sometimes come unexpectedly in school or i sometimes run out of pad is it advisable to collet pad from a frd? I sometimes do pls help me if i should stop it
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Hi am just joining when I first saw my period I wasn't sacred becos my mom has explaine that I will start my period soon and she has started explaining things to me
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When I first saw my period i was happy becos I know am now mature
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