Awkward question but my period is late?

[Graci_e]

So my period is about a week or two late. I normally have a super regular period.

I don’t feel my period coming either. I can normally feel it in my body that my period is coming soon and I would have had symptoms like a week ago.

I haven’t done anything that would mean I’m pregnant unless it’s a freak thing.

What should I do?

[AviatorTom]

Follow the advice the girls are giving you.

One other possibility that I learned from the group of women I used to work with. In a group of women, their periods tend to synchronize over time so that they all have their periods at about the same time, it's called the McClintock effect. Supposedly, that's Mother Nature's why of creating competition, so that a woman getting pregnant has the same chances as the other women in her group. If you're part of a regular group of girls at school, you all might start having periods at the same time, so your cycle might be adjusting to that of the group.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menstrual_synchrony

[sage2021]

@Avaitor-Tom this is really true and has been for many many years. It used to happen with me and the girls I hung out with in school.

[FunkyMonkee]

If you haven't had sex, there might be nothing to worry about. It's possible you're still not completely regulated on your aunt Flo's visits. Seems to me it takes the first few years for them to become that way. If it doesn't show up in a week, maybe see a Dr. about it. I guess you can always make the appointment now and if your red dollar days stat up before the appointment, you can always cancel.

[Graci_e]

My period is normally super regular. I’ve had it for 7 years now.

[FunkyMonkee]

Really? You've had your period since you were 7? That;'s odd. I guess that means you've been growing your tits since you were 5. Probably all that hormonee crap they keep putting in all our food, these days!!

[bones_20]

It is very normal and common for periods to be irregular, especially at a young age. Generally no reason for concern but if you do feel that way then go see a doctor. That’s what I did and they really helped sort mine out.

[Graci_e]

My periods normally really regular

[bones_20]

Have you made any changes recently? Been put on a new medication or changed diet or lost or gained weight? There’s a fair few different reasons that could be the cause.

But I’m not a doctor, only speaking from personal experience. I still highly suggest visiting the doctor as that’s your best bet at finding your cause for this.

[Graci_e]

I have been in new medication and I’ve gained about 5kgs

[bones_20]

Well I’d say it’s probably most likely the new medication that’s put your body out of whack.
Hopefully you get it sorted out and it gets back to normal soon. Best of luck with it!

[Graci_e]

Thank you!

[WhitneySnow]

Talk to your doctor. That’s happened to me and it was nothing but if it’s two weeks late better to talk to someone just in case. If you haven’t had sex in the past couple weeks you’re def not pregnant.

[crmoore]

If you haven't done anything that would cause you time become pregnant, it may just be a fluke and mothing worth concern. If you're comfortable talking to you parents about it, especially your mom, it may be a good idea to get some insight from her. But just keep in mind she may question whether you've been sexually active, it's a normal thing parents worry about and something like this will make them wonder, most likely.

That being said, it also may be something worth going to the doctors for. But I think the first step would be to talk to your mother about it. And if not that, getting advice from other young women as well who may have gone through similar things.

[Miristheiss]

Periods can fluctuate. No reason to do anything at this point. Are you into sports or are you really active? Physical activity can mess with periods for young women in sports.
It is too early to really worry or think anything is amiss at this point.

[Daniela1982]

Take a self-pregnancy test for starters. That would help alleviate some of your apprehensiveness, or at least help you know where you stand.

[Graci_e]

I haven’t had sex. But if I was too take a test, would it be too early to take one? It hasn’t been more than two weeks.

[Graci_e]

I’ve had cramps for like a week but no period

[Whatever2929292]

I don't know the reason for this but I think you should speak with your doctor about it. He/she would know better then anyone on here.

[FilmGuy93]

I'm a man, so I can only speak to what other women have told me, but apparently menstruation is a super sensitive cycle that can be thrown off by all kinds of things. Diet, stress levels, medications.

[JohnK123]

Well it could be a freak thing if u had been with a boy at all… were u

[Graci_e]

I haven’t. I mean freak thing as in like having Jesus or something ridiculous like that

[JohnK123]

Oh well I don't know then lmao
Mary reincarnated haha
Did u talk to a doctor

[TheMajesticKing777]

If I remember correctly, this happens sometimes but I'm speaking out my ass no lie

[Anonymous]

If you haven't had sex; relax and wait a while. If it doesn't show up in a month talk to your OBGYN. If you have had sex go get some OTC pregnancy tests. And go with the consensus.

[OlderAndWiser]

Do you otherwise feel healthy?

[Graci_e]

Yeah I do

[OlderAndWiser]

Is this something you can discuss with your mom? Older sister? Aunt? Grandmother?

[Graci_e]

Probably my mum. I’ve just stated taking ADHD medication and I googled it and apparently it’s common for it to mess with your cycle.

[OlderAndWiser]

Yes, indeed! Probably no cause for worry!

[Tstrbrainer]

I'm wondering why there are very few female opinions 🤔.

[Bklynbadboy12]

Maybe you cycle is changing that happens from time to time

[Bklynbadboy12]

Are you okay now did it come

[Wild_princess]

Same bro... my period is also late...🥲🥲

[Graci_e]

It’s so annoying 🥲

[Wild_princess]

Yes.. though i believe lately due to work my body get exhausted so may be that's why they are irregular. what changes have you fone in the past month?

[Graci_e]

That really sucks. I’ve been on new medication so I’m thinking maybe that’s why. I’ve also gained about 5kgs, but I’m not sure if that’s enough weight to throw it off or not.

[Wild_princess]

Well periods become irregular if you become overweight... otherwise I don't think 5 kg will effect your period

[Graci_e]

Ohh okay that’s good

[vald9inches]

Have you done anything sexual?

[Graci_e]

Nope

[MCheetah]

Better move to a blue state.

[urpapi69]

Maybe Jesus 2.0 is coming

[urpapi69]

Don't worry! Sometimes it gets late

[Graci_e]

Thank you :))

[urpapi69]

If you're still worried, feel free to text. Talking might help you relax.

[jjj101010]

Have u taken a pregnancy test?

[Graci_e]

I can’t be pregnant though

[jjj101010]

Assume u mean u haven’t been having sex then

[Wise4myage]

Try to be patient and hopefully it will come.

[Apple1996]

From stress

[JohnK123]

That happens?

[Apple1996]

@JohnK123 yess stress can make it late

[JohnK123]

Oh interesting

[In_Trance]

have you had sex?

[Graci_e]

No I haven’t

[In_Trance]

I think you'll be fine, these things happen from time to time. I know you'll think this has never happened before but there is a first time for everything and it is quite common

[Anonymous]

I am sure that you would know by now.

[rebeliouse]

get the morning after pill quick

[Graci_e]

I’m not pregnant

[rebeliouse]

how do u know? have u done preg test?

[rebeliouse]

are you eating normal and do u have any stress at moment?

see a dr about it

[IveGotNoName]

wait it out

[SaMaNtHa-hhh]

hey could you follow me

[Graci_e]

Sure :)

[swettannie]

consult your gyneco