Could This Be My First Period?
A calm first guide to what a first period can look like, what you might notice, what to do next, and when to ask for help.
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My First Period
Calm, practical help for when your first period starts. This section explains what to do, what products can help, how to ask for help, what is normal at first, and what to do at school.
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What Do I Do When My Period Starts?
A practical step-by-step guide to what to do when your period starts, including using a product, cleaning up, telling someone and keeping calm.
Read thisPack a First Period Kit
A simple guide to what to keep in a first period kit so you feel prepared at school, sport or when you are out.
Read thisHow to Use a Pad
A simple step-by-step guide to using a pad, changing it, throwing it away safely and keeping comfortable.
Read thisWhat If My Period Starts at School?
A reassuring guide to what to do if your period starts at school, including who to ask, what to use and how to handle leaks or embarrassment.
Read thisHow Do I Tell a Trusted Adult?
A simple guide to asking for help, with words you can use and ideas for who to tell if your period starts or you need support.
Read thisWhat Is Normal at First?
A clear guide to what can be normal in the early months or years of periods, and when to ask a trusted adult or healthcare professional for help.
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You do not need the right words or the correct terms. Type your question the way you would say it out loud, and Luma will point you to a resource that explains it.
Talking to a trusted adult
You can also tell a parent, carer, teacher or school nurse. A short sentence is enough — you do not have to explain everything.
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I’m New to Periods
Start here if you want to understand what periods are, why they happen and common period words.
Open sectionPeriod Products
Pads, period pants, tampons, cups, discs and other products explained simply, without pressure.
Open sectionTalking to Parents or Trusted Adults
Simple words for asking for products, privacy, support or a doctor’s appointment.
Open sectionIf you are worried: This information helps you learn and prepare. It does not diagnose or replace advice from a doctor or nurse. If you feel very unwell, have severe pain, are bleeding very heavily, feel faint or something feels wrong, tell a trusted adult or get medical help straight away.