Hi, discharge will vary from day to day, it's not always a sign your period is due any day soon, but instead indicates how your hormones are fluctuating throughout the month. And as you have noticed sometimes there can be a lot of runny discharge, this is one of the reasons many girls like to use pantyliners on a daily basis.

If you are using the pads mostly for day use, then this is absolutely fine. If you are staying over somewhere, lets say a sleepover at a friends or a holiday adding in a night pad would be a good idea.

Hi, before splashing out on a new bra, send over your measurements to me and I will give you a guide to your bra size.

That way if you do decide to go shopping for a bra you will know what size to look out for. Simply measure around your body in the three places shown.

Hi, what is your reference when asking this question, can you give me a little more information please.

Hi, for me the best pads anyone can use if they are new to periods is the Lil-Lets Teens range. Why! Because they are shorter and narrower than adult brands, but just as absorbent. They come in three absorbencies so day for a light-medium flow, long for a medium to heavy flow and night for heavy flows or when sleeping.  They also come in pretty bags and wrappers so are not so obvious in your school or PE bag.

You can get them in store, or via their online stores and on Amazon too! 

Hi, send over to me your under bust measurement, on bust measurement and over bust measurement and I can give you a guide to your bra size.

Hi, friendships can sometimes feel a bit wobbly during puberty, and it’s totally normal to feel like you’re not as close as you used to be. Puberty is a roller‑coaster; one minute you’re happy, the next you might feel stressed, irritated, or emotional, and the same is happening to your friend too. All these changes can affect even the strongest friendships.

A few things might help:
• Try starting a small conversation even a simple “Hey, I miss talking to you” can open the door again.
• Suggest doing something you both used to enjoy, even something small.
• Give her a little space if she seems distant, but stay friendly a smile or quick hello goes a long way.
• Remember that friendships change as people grow, but that doesn’t mean they’re over. Sometimes they just need a bit of patience and kindness.

You’re not doing anything wrong, you’re both just growing, learning, and figuring things out. ❤️

Yes, it’s completely normal to be curious about how your body feels as it develops. During breast growth, many girls notice new sensations and want to understand what’s changing, and that curiosity is a normal part of learning about your body and growing up.

Honestly, for anyone who’s new to periods, I’m not a huge fan of relying on apps to predict your cycle.

During your early teen years, your hormones are changing constantly, which means your period can be super unpredictable, sometimes early, sometimes late, sometimes skipping a month altogether. No app can perfectly predict that, and it can make you feel stressed when the dates don’t match up.

Instead, my best advice is to always be prepared. Keep a couple of pads in a small period kit in your school bag, and consider wearing pantyliners daily if that makes you feel more confident.

Once your cycle becomes more regular (which can take a few years!), tracking apps can be more helpful, but until then, knowing you’re ready whenever your period arrives is the best approach.

Hi Jamie, it’s really tough when someone you used to be close to says things that don’t feel right or don’t match what you’ve seen. But the truth is, we never really know everything someone else is going through and people sometimes share things in confusing or inconsistent ways, especially if they’re struggling with something they don’t know how to talk about.

For now, the kindest and healthiest thing you can do is step back from the drama and focus on being calm and polite. You don’t need to be best friends again, but a simple “Hi” or a quick smile at school is absolutely fine. It shows you’re mature without getting pulled into anything uncomfortable. And remember: you’re not responsible for proving what’s true or not, looking after your own peace is what matters most.

It’s really normal for your boobs to feel achy, sore, or even itchy when they’re developing. That weird itchy‑achy feeling usually happens because the skin and tissue are stretching and growing, which can feel uncomfortable, but it’s totally a normal part of puberty.

Here are a few things that can help:

Wear a supportive crop top or bra - good support can take the pressure off and make the aches way less intense.

Moisturise the area - A gentle, unscented moisturiser rubbed on in the morning and again before bed can help with itchiness, it keeps the skin soft so the stretching doesn’t feel as bad.

Gentle massage - Lightly massaging the area (over your bra or crop top if that feels better) can calm the itch and help with tenderness.

Avoid scratchy fabrics - Soft cotton tops are your best friend right now!

See my blog below for more advice on breast development.

Breast Development & Breast Buds

It’s totally normal for the blood at the end of your period to go light brown and for there to be only a tiny bit. As your period finishes, your body is just getting rid of the last bit of blood, and because it’s been in the uterus for a little while, it can turn brown instead of bright red. That doesn’t mean anything is wrong — it’s just older blood making its way out.

It’s honestly one of the most common period things ever, so don’t stress.

Hi, it’s actually pretty common to feel a one‑sided pain in your lower tummy about 10–14 days after your period. That timing is around when your ovary might be getting ready to release an egg, this is called ovulation, and for some people it causes a quick, sharp ache or a short cramp on one side. Totally normal.

But it could also just be your reproductive organs doing their thing and maturing as part of puberty. As your body develops, things can feel a bit weird or uncomfortable sometimes  it doesn’t automatically mean something’s wrong.

Hi, your body is unique and for this reason your journey through puberty will be special just for you, so please don't worry if your first period has yet to arrive, often discharge is noticed for longer than a year.

Remember too, that any brown fluid you see may not be discharge at all, but in fact your period!

See my blog below for info on discharge.

What Is Vaginal Discharge? A Guide for Teens on What’s Normal and What’s Not

Hi, yes these releases of brown fluid are definitely your first few periods. Period blood you see often is brown and not red in colour. Keep some pads in your school or PE kit from now on, because over time the blood released may increase.

And please don't worry about the long gap in between each period, this is very normal and often happens in your teen years.

See my blog below for more advice.

My First Period

Hi, what you’re describing is usually completely normal. The vagina naturally produces different types of fluid, including discharge, which helps keep the area clean and protected from infection. This fluid can be clear, white, slippery, or stretchy, and trimming around your lower stomach or pubic area can sometimes lightly stimulate the surrounding nerves or skin. That small amount of pressure or movement can cause the vagina to release a bit of discharge without you even noticing it happening beforehand.

Another possibility is natural lubrication. The vulval area is full of sensitive nerve endings, and sometimes even light touch, vibration, or movement from trimming can trigger a small release of lubrication, even if you don’t feel mentally aroused. It’s harmless and not a sign that anything is wrong.

As long as there’s no pain, itching, unusual colour, or strong smell, there’s usually no need to see a doctor.

Do tampons expire?

Hi! Such a great question and one a lot of people don’t realise has an actual answer.

Yes, tampons do expire. But, if they’re kept in a clean, dry, and damp‑free place, they can usually last for up to five years. Most boxes will have an expiry date printed on the side so you can easily check when it’s time to throw them away.

It’s not that an expired tampon suddenly becomes dangerous it’s more that the absorbency and quality may not be as good as when it was first made. If tampons are stored somewhere damp (like a bathroom cabinet with lots of steam), the material can break down or become less effective over time.
So the key things to remember are:

• Store them somewhere dry.
• Check the expiry date on the box.
• If they’re older than five years, it’s best to bin them and get a new pack.

Hi, this actually happens to so many people, so you’re not alone. When you find yourself acting a bit different around one specific person, it can be for a few reasons, and none of them mean there’s anything “wrong” with you.

Sometimes it’s because you might have a tiny crush on them without fully realising it yet. Crushes don’t always feel dramatic, sometimes it’s just feeling a bit shy, overthinking what you say, or suddenly worrying about sounding silly.

It could also be that you really admire them or want to make a good impression. When that happens, people often get quieter, more polite, or more careful with their words, it’s basically your brain trying not to embarrass you!

And sometimes it’s simply that the person feels a bit intimidating, not in a bad way, but in that “wow, they’re cool / confident / older / popular” sort of way, so you don’t want to draw attention to yourself around others.

None of this means you’re doing anything wrong. It just means this person makes you a little more aware of yourself than everyone else does and that’s completely normal.

Have a think about those possibilities and see which one feels most like you. And if you want to talk it through more or figure out how to feel less awkward around them, I’m here to help.

Hi, keep busy, stay in communal areas so you are alone less, whilst masturbation is both normal and natural, it is often done out of habit, so keeping busy will help immensely.