Center for Young Women's Health
How can I be more environmentally friendly during my period when I am away from home on vacation, a road trip, or summer camp?If you are looking for an environmentally friendly way deal with your period, you might want to consider reusable and absorbent period panties, washable cloth pads or menstrual cups. Instead … read more
Articles Tagged: period
I am the only one of my friends that hasn’t had period yet. Is it dangerous?
Everyone goes through puberty at a different time, which means girls get their periods at different times too. Most girls get their period about 2 to 2.5 years after they … read more
My periods are regular every month but I don’t get period pains. Is there something wrong with me?
Menstrual periods can be pain-free for some teens and adult women, but others may have mild cramps. Both are normal. Nothing is wrong with you. You just got lucky!
I started developing breasts in grade 4 and now I’m in grade 6. This happened to a lot of my friends and they have all gotten their periods but I haven’t got mine. When should I get mine?
Most girls will get their period about 2-3 years after they start to develop breasts (on average) and some will not get their period until later. The average age for … read more
What happens to the lining of your uterus if you take the Pill continuously and not get a period? Does it build up? Do you not grow a lining?
Great question! If you are NOT taking the Pill (oral contraceptive pills), each month, the lining of your uterus naturally thickens or “builds up” to prepare for a possible pregnancy. … read more
My period came early and I honestly panicked when it did. I don’t know what’s wrong. Should I get a checkup?
It’s very common to have irregular periods during the first couple of years after you start menstruating. You might also be one of those young women whose periods are affected … read more
Is it true that when women live together their periods sync?
This theory was based on the belief that women who live together will start their period within 2-4 days of each other within 4-6 months. This statement was thought to … read more
I’m 5 days late for my period but negative pregnancy test, should I be worried?
The most common cause of a missed period is pregnancy; however, there can be other causes including: hormone imbalance (that interrupts or delays ovulation), exercise, low weight or weight loss … read more
Is it okay to wash my hair during my period? My mom said it’s bad for my health, but she doesn’t tell me why?
This is a common myth. It is perfectly fine to wash your hair, take a shower or bath at any point during your period. Myths about periods have been around … read more
I am on continuous hormonal pills so I don’t get a period. Where does the blood go? and is it dangerous not to have a period?
Taking hormonal treatment continuously as prescribed by your health care provider is not dangerous. While some women have spotting while on continuous birth control pills, many women do not have … read more