Menstruation is a normal part of life. You can do everything you would normally do, if you weren’t having a period.
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Although it can look like a lot more, there’s only about 60 to 80 ml (4-6 tablespoons) of blood every period. Some people lose less blood and some more.
You can act the same as when you’re not having your period. Menstruation is a normal part of life—you can carry on as usual.
No, only you know you’re having your period. It’s not something other people can see or tell by looking at you.
The colour of menstrual flow can be anywhere from bright red or pink to dark brown or red. Blood, soft tissues and other fluids make up the menstrual flow, which is why it is mostly blood coloured. There are commercials on TV that use a blue fluid to show menstrual flow on a menstrual pad.
You can change menstrual pads as often as you want but make sure you always change them before they’re soaked. You can buy menstrual pads in different thicknesses and absorbencies. You may need to try a few types to find what works best for you. You might find that you can use thinner, lighter pads […]
Changes to hormones, sweat and oil glands during puberty cause body smell changes. To feel and smell healthy, people can: Wash feet, genitals, armpits and anal area every day with unscented soap and water Wear clean socks, underwear and shirts every day Clean pillow cases, hats and hair accessories regularly Wash hair and body when […]
A womb is another word for a uterus. The uterus is a reproductive organ where a fetus grows during pregnancy.
Yes, deodorant is safe to use. Changes to hormones, sweat and oil glands during puberty cause armpit smell changes. Wearing a clean shirt and washing armpits every day can help people feel and smell healthy. Some people use deodorant, which “covers up” the smell, antiperspirants which cover up the smell and stop some sweating or […]
Acne (zits, whiteheads, blackheads and pimples) are normal, especially during puberty. This is because the hormone changes make the skin oilier during puberty and the pores (openings) in the skin get clogged up with oil, dead skin cells and germs. Most people get acne in puberty; some get a lot, others get little. People can […]