When will I get my first period?

Anywhere between 8 - 16yrs old is considered normal age range for the onset of your first period. If you don't see it by 16yrs, or if you're worried, talk to a trusted adult and make an appointment to see your doctor.

How long after discharge will I get my first period?

Generally speaking it's around 6mths - 1year, but for some people it may take longer. Everyone experiences puberty differently, so there is no way to know exactly when your period will come after you start seeing discharge.

My period blood is brown, is that normal?

Brown period blood generally means that it has been sitting in the uterus a little longer and has oxidised. It's usually nothing to worry about, but if it's accompanied by intense pain, large clots (roughly the size of an Aussie 50c coin) and heavy bleeding, it's a sign that it's time to check in with your doctor. The colour and even the texture of our period blood can tell us a lot about what's going on down there, so keep an eye on it and if anything seems off, see your doc.

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: Anywhere between 8 - 16yrs old is considered normal age range for the onset of your first period. If you don't see it by 16yrs, or if you're worried, talk to a trusted adult and make an appointment to see your doctor.

Right before your first period comes, you might notice some light spotting, brown streaks in your discharge, or cramping low in your tummy - keep some pads handy, because your first period is probably pretty close!

But before your period, you will notice signs and symptoms of puberty first, like: discharge in your undies, hair growth in the pubic area and under your armpits, your breasts/chest will grow, you might get acne on your face, chest or back, and you might even grow taller, too! Everyone is different, but from the onset of puberty, your period can be anywhere from 6mths - 1 or 2yrs away.

: Generally speaking it's around 6mths - 1year, but for some people it may take longer. Everyone experiences puberty differently, so there is no way to know exactly when your period will come after you start seeing discharge.

: Brown period blood generally means that it has been sitting in the uterus a little longer and has oxidised. It's usually nothing to worry about, but if it's accompanied by intense pain, large clots (roughly the size of an Aussie 50c coin) and heavy bleeding, it's a sign that it's time to check in with your doctor. The colour and even the texture of our period bloodcan tell us a lot about what's going on down there, so keep an eye on it and if anything seems off, see your doc.

This likely just means that your period is light, or it may even mean that you're experiencing spotting*. You may be able to size down your period care to a lower absorbency product as a result (like a liner) but if it's just the start of your cycle, be prepared as your flow may get heavier at any moment.

* There are many reasons you may be experiencing spotting - if you're unsure or concerned, please check in with your Doctor.

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So, there's this lil' pesky hormone called 'progesterone' and it's part of the reason we get pimples during our period. Skin breakouts, usually just before your period (or any time in your tween/teen years) are super common and super normal. PSA: Spots are nothing to be ashamed of and don't make you any less beautiful/smart/good at whatever that thing is that you're really good at. You're still one super mighty Moxette! BUT if you're breakouts are getting you down, stress less, there's fixes for that feel - Dr Pav is here to help.

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Period blood flows in various different shades - here's what they mean...

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When will I get my first period?

What are the signs your first period is coming?

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My period blood is brown, is that normal?

Why is there period blood when I wipe but nothing on my pad?

⭐ YOUR UNCENSORED PERIOD GUIDE IS HERE! ⭐

YOUR 101 GUIDE TO PADS.

YOUR 101 GUIDE TO TAMPONS.

GET PREPPED FOR YOUR FIRST PERIOD

MY FIRST PERIOD: PERIOD BASICS FOR PERIOD NEWBIES.

WHAT IS PMS? A MOXETTE'S GUIDE (UPDATED!).

WHAT'S 'NORMAL' when it comes to your period? (updated!).

HOW TO HAVE 'THE PERIOD TALK' WITH YOUR KID.

MEET DR. MOXIE: YOUR PERIOD QNS, ANSWERED.

MORE HANDY INFO ON THE BLOG...

YOUR MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED PERIOD QNS ON TIKTOK.

What does my discharge mean? (updated!)

50 SHADES OF... PERIOD BLOOD (and what each of them mean).

GOT A QN? NEED HELP CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOX?

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GOOD VIBES (AND REVIEWS) FROM MOXETTES...

FAQs

When will I get my first period?

What are the signs your first period is coming?

How long after discharge will I get my first period?

My period blood is brown, is that normal?

Why is there period blood when I wipe but nothing on my pad?

⭐ YOUR UNCENSORED PERIOD GUIDE IS HERE! ⭐

YOUR 101 GUIDE TO PADS.

YOUR 101 GUIDE TO TAMPONS.

MEET DR. MOXIE: YOUR PERIOD QNS, ANSWERED.

GOT A QN? NEED HELP CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOX?

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