I am needing some advice regarding my 13 year old daughter and her period. The other day she asked me if we could look at seeing a dr to get her put on the pill. She has had her period for almost 18 months now but out of the blue she seems to be getting it every 2 weeks. She said a friend at school suggested the pill to her but its not really the direction I want to go down if I can help it. We have a great relationship and spend a lot of time together so I am more than confident that this is the only reason she is asking. Any suggestions on other more natural solutions we could look at. Thank you
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Please read Dr Libby Weaver! It takes at least 5 years from the start of puberty/periods for them to become regular. Going on the pill before there established can cause some significant side effects ie depression etc.
I went on the pill at 13 due to debilitating cramping. It was a blessing and I had no issues. I had no other motivation either. Speak to your doctor.
My friend had exactly what your daughter has and at the same age to. They waited a year of this on and off for two weeks and it didnt change so she was put on the pill at 14. I've also had another friend who just bled for three, had one week off and then bled for three and she went on the pill as well, same age
Have a chat with her gp, they'll be able to help your daughter weigh up the pros and cons. She's old enough to start making decisions and advocating for her own health and reproductive needs.
Being 13 is hard enough without having to deal with crazy periods, if the pill gives her a little relief, perfect!
Yup I went on it at around 12 due to periods every 2 weeks and horrible cramps. It helped and when I came off it my periods were regular. I wasn’t looking to be sexually active either, just regular
I went on the pill at that age for the same reason. Two weeks on two weeks off, with heavy, painful periods that made going to school or doing anything really a living hell. The pill stopped that within the first month. Best thing I have ever done. Is there a reason you don’t want to give her that option?