Question 1

does growth stop after girl's first period?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Girls will generally grow an additional 2.5 inches or 5 cm after their first menses.

Question 2

is there a method to speed up growth during puberty or push a child's first period for later in time without pills?

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Puberty: Hormones play a role in all of your questions and most outcomes will be determined by genetics.  No reason to try and change your child's normal development unless there is a medical condition.

Question 3

did early first period have anything to do with my lack of growth?

Accepted Answer

It might've: I don't know what age you mean when you refer to an early first period, but in general, girls growth rates slow down after that although there is usually still some growth left.

Question 4

lower back pain, weak legs and arms. does this mean i'm having a growth spurt/getting taller? 16 year old girl, got first period 15 yr 0 mo

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Not a growth spurt: you should see your doctor. this could be a sign of disc disease, guillain-barre, or spinal cord impingement. 
Most growth occurs before girls get their period. After menarche girls have modest change in height.

Question 5

first period 
does it hurt

Accepted Answer

It may, may not: Everyone is created different and some girls get their first period without any pain or issues.  Others can get cramping that accompanies their first period.  There really is no definative answer here.

Question 6

whan will i get my first period?

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Depends: Family history, your age, your health, your hormones, your exercise habits all play a role. How old are you, anyway?

Question 7

when will i get my first period?

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Hard to say: To use the site properly you provide some background information and ask a question. We have no access to any prior question you may have asked or any uploads. At this point your age and sex are also unknown.Without basic info, there is little we can offer.You are welcome to start over.

Question 8

will i have my first period soon?

Accepted Answer

U need an evaluation: Anna, if you have not had your menses beginning given your given age this may be a matter that requires an initial evaluation by your pcp, gyn, and possible an endocrinology consult.

Question 9

what are the signs of a first period?

Accepted Answer

Menarche: Menarche usually occurs between ages 11 & 13 in the us. Before the first period a girl may feel bloated, develop cramps in legs or abdomen & feel moody.

Question 10

what does it feel like to have you first period?

Accepted Answer

Yukky: You should be prepared for it (supplies & information). Best to talk to your mom or older sisters, girl cousins, or girlfriends about their first experiences. Sometimes the first period occurs, & the young woman is entirely unaware!

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