Education
Education

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. 

Female Puberty

During puberty, as you move from a child to an adult, your body will start to go through many physical changes.

 

PUBERTY PERIOD BODY FAQ
What To Expect From Your First Period

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

PUBERTY PERIOD FAQ
Missed Periods when you're not expecting

We all dread that missed periods turn into morning sickness and weird cravings - but take a chill pill, there are other reasons...

BODY PERIOD FAQ
Your Menstrual cycle

Your period is considered the beginning of your menstrual cycle.

PERIOD FAQ
Female Reproductive System

Changes on the outside are directly related to what’s happening on the inside.

PUBERTY BODY PERIOD FAQ
Sore Breasts

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?

PERIOD FAQ
Your First Period

One of the biggest steps you will take in your amazing journey from girl to woman is the first time you get your period.

PUBERTY BODY PERIOD FAQ
Menstruation

Girls can start their periods any time between 8 and 17 years old.

PERIOD FAQ
Making Period Cramps less painful

Simple ways to make your period cramps less painful

PERIOD FAQ
Period Cramps

Girls all over Australia get period cramps during the first few days of their period.

 

PERIOD BODY FAQ
Period symptoms

The most common period symptom is the pain in your abdomen, back or thighs that is caused by menstrual cramps.

 

PERIOD FAQ
Late Menstrual Cycle

Waiting for your first period can be a stressful time for some girls – it helps to be prepared with all the relevant facts.

PUBERTY PERIOD FAQ
Period problems

Irregular periods are actually pretty common; in fact about 1 in 3 of all girls get irregular periods at some time.

 

PERIOD FAQ
Period Pain

You may experience a dull ache right below the stomach and around the lower back just before, or during, your period. 

PERIOD FAQ
Period When Pregnant

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.

PERIOD FAQ
Preparing For Your First Period

If you don't want to be caught unawares by your first period it's best to have a few things on hand

PUBERTY PERIOD FAQ
Skipped Period

Skipping a period can be a bit worrying for girls, especially if you are normally very regular.

 

PERIOD PUBERTY FAQ
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)

Toxic Shock Syndrome (or TSS) is caused by a bacterium called Staphlococcus Aureus

PERIOD PRODUCT FAQ
What’s Causing Sore Breasts?

Right before your period, your body releases two powerful hormones, Progesterone and Oestrogen

 

PERIOD BODY FAQ