Puberty, periods and growing up can be exciting but also daunting, that's why we've pulled together loads of information about common topics and questions.
During puberty, as you move from a child to an adult, your body will start to go through many physical changes.
You can get your period when you are as young as 8 or as old as 16. Most girls get their first period around the ages of 12 or 13
We all dread that missed periods turn into morning sickness and weird cravings - but take a chill pill, there are other reasons...
Waiting for your first period can be a stressful time for some girls – it helps to be prepared with all the relevant facts.
Changes on the outside are directly related to what’s happening on the inside.
Your breasts will develop at different times for different body types; you may have noticed some of the girls at school starting to wear bras, if so, chances are your breasts are developing too. So what can you do about this pain?<br>
One of the biggest steps you will take in your amazing journey from girl to woman is the first time you get your period.
Girls can start their periods any time between 8 and 17 years old.
Simple ways to make your period cramps less painful
Girls all over Australia get period cramps during the first few days of their period.
The most common period symptom is the pain in your abdomen, back or thighs that is caused by menstrual cramps.
Irregular periods are actually pretty common; in fact about 1 in 3 of all girls get irregular periods at some time.
You may experience a dull ache right below the stomach and around the lower back just before, or during, your period.
If you are sexually active, and feel there may be a chance that the missed period is related to unprotected sex it's time to get a home pregnancy test.
If you don't want to be caught unawares by your first period it's best to have a few things on hand
Skipping a period can be a bit worrying for girls, especially if you are normally very regular.
Toxic Shock Syndrome (or TSS) is caused by a bacterium called Staphlococcus Aureus
Right before your period, your body releases two powerful hormones, Progesterone and Oestrogen.
