Seeking Advice 12 Year Old Getting/then Not Getting Her Period

Very normal. It takes about a year for things to regulate. Also keep in mind that increasing physical activity will usually adjust the menstrual cycle so she's doubly "out-of-whack".

Give it another couple of months and if there is still a concern call your OBGYN and ask.

Hi M. --

This is not uncommon as her hormones fluctuate during the first year or so. Next time you're at the Pediatrician you can mention it, but there's usually no need for concern.

Best of health,
S.

First, not that I am saying this to be mean or hurtful, or saying anything durogatory about your daughter, but could she be pregnant. I am hoping that that is not a possibility, but it does happen now a days. And this is nothing that at her age we want to happen by any means. Second, when I first got my period they were far from regular. I got my first one and then didn't get another one for about 3 mos. I would call your doc and tell them what is going on. It may take a while for her body to regulate itself.

that first year or even 2 could be one month on.. and then a few months not.. don't worry.. as long as she is feeling good... don't worry.. good luck

Hi M.,

All children are different - I'm sure you'll read this a hundred times - it is normal to not be regular for the first year or so. My oldest, now 18 took about 9 - 12 months to become "regular", some months she wouldnt get it at all, others for almost 2 weeks, other months just spotting for a couple days. My 2nd daughter, now 16, didnt get her period until just this past spring, after she turned 16. I told her to count that as a blessing.

Keep her close and keep communications open with her as much as you can. If you feel she is keeping secrets, and her period doesnt come in the next 2 months - take her to the gynocologist to have her checked out.

Good luck