Center for Young Women's Health
What does it mean when a yellow sticky thing comes out of your vagina?
Most girls notice a yellow or white stain on their underwear after they go through puberty. This is a normal fluid that helps clean and moisten your vagina. You’re completely […]
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If my mom got her period at 13, will I get my period then?
Not necessarily. Some girls may get their first period around the same age as their mom did, but that’s not always the case. Every girl’s body is different. One clue […]
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What’s the best cure for severe cramps during my period?
If you’re having menstrual cramps, talk with your parents or health care provider (HCP) about your options. If your menstrual cramps are painful, you may think about taking some type […]
Read more »I haven’t had my period for a year. What should I do?
If you haven’t had your period for a year and you’re not taking birth control pills continuously (without a break), you should make an appointment with your health care provider […]
Read more »Is there any menstruation during pregnancy?
When a woman becomes pregnant, she no longer has a period until after she gives birth. Spotting or light bleeding during early pregnancy can be due to implantation (when the […]
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