Getting your first period can come with a lot of conflicting feelings, from confusion and fear to excitement or relief. Knowing what to expect — as much as is possible — is one thing that can make ...

The age you got your first period, also called menarche, is one of those milestones people remember forever. It feels loaded with meaning, and for good reason. Hormones, growth, fertility, and the ...

Did you know that a girl’s first period, known as menarche, is an indicator of her long-term hormonal health and future fertility? Sounds surprising, doesn’t it? While many women rarely think about ...