Everything you need to know about a teen’s first period
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First periods mean major upheaval and change in a teenage girl’s life. The body changes (breasts, skin), but so does the mind (heightened emotions). In short, hormones going wild have a big impact on our teens!
The first menstrual cycles that appear during puberty can be both unsettling and irregular! Today, Louloucup is focusing on this key moment in a young woman’s life, reminding you of the essentials and sharing some super comfortable tips to help you experience your first periods more calmly!
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Acne, hormones, and irregular periods Experiencing your first periods without stress or fear with the right period protection What protection should you choose for a first period? The teen range at Louloucup Organic cotton period panties for our teens And for swimming? FAQ – First periods in teenagers To go further... Did you enjoy this article? Pin it 😜 First periods with no leaks and no stress?
Acne, hormones, and irregular periods
At puberty, a young girl goes through major changes in her body. Her first periods start. They may be irregular at first. That’s normal. They can also be a bit painful.
The breasts feel sore, mood is low, acne starts to appear – in short, the body reacts with various symptoms!
The age of first periods varies a lot from one girl to another. Puberty can start early. Some girls get their first period while still in primary school, as early as 9, for example. Others sail through middle school and only get their first period at 15 or 16.
Experiencing your first periods without stress or fear with the right period protection
To best support a teenager through this new stage of life, it’s important to give her the right tools:
reliable hygiene protection they can fully trust,
period protections that are easy to use, practical and discreet,
period protection that’s just as safe for their intimate area and their body, and that doesn’t expose them to any risk,
finally, period products that are effective but also cute, because your period should never stop you from feeling pretty! Never!
A teen girl has several options for managing her first cycles. It’s time to try and compare. Without pressure, it’s important to take the time to test things at home calmly so she can compare the different methods and solutions and become independent in managing her period.
What protection should you choose for a first period?
Tampons are convenient but can be irritating and drying. Their composition is controversial. They’re an internal protection method that can be used by virgins. However, they are single-use, which generates waste and pollution. You also need to know how to use them properly and never keep one in for more than 6 consecutive hours (due to the risk of toxic shock syndrome).
The sanitary pad is convenient but not always very comfortable or discreet. It’s polluting and its composition is controversial. It’s an external protection that can cause unpleasant odors.
The menstrual cup is an internal protection similar to a small inverted bell made of silicone. It has the advantage of being reusable for many years. It is therefore eco-friendly and produces no waste. It can also be worn by teens and young virgin women. For beginners, the cup may require a short adaptation period for insertion.
The period panty is underwear that looks like regular panties, except it has a super-absorbent layer built into the lining. This menstrual lingerie holds menstrual flow for many hours without saturating. Slightly pricey upfront, period panties are cost-effective in the long run because they quickly pay for themselves! Different flows, styles and cuts – there are many options available for teens.
The teen range at Louloucup
Louloucup means:
- clean, responsible, reusable, eco-friendly and vegan products,
- 80% European production, mainly in France and Portugal,
- flawless quality (GOTS-certified organic cotton, European and international OEKO-TEX Standard 100 fabric certifications),
- a customer service team that’s always there for you,
- different period-care solutions (menstrual cup, menstrual swimwear, period panties) for all women and all teen girls (a wide choice of sizes and styles).
Organic cotton period panties for our teens
Reusable, eco-friendly, healthy and economical products for our teens!
Louloucup is all about transparency, with panties whose full composition is clearly listed on every product page. All Louloucup teen period panties are lined with certified organic cotton. They’re also absorbent period panties designed for every flow: light, medium, heavy and very heavy.
The teen range has the advantage of offering some of Louloucup’s best-selling styles in sizes 3XS and 2XS for very petite teens or very young girls who have started their period. This way, you can kit out your teen or pre-teen with organic period panties that are vegan, soft, comfortable, pretty and easy to care for.
Discover our gorgeous selection of teen period briefs by Louloucup:
- the Mathilde very heavy-flow period underwear, black and pretty with its delicate lace,
- the Liv seamless very heavy-flow period panty, completely invisible under clothing,
- or the Lucie medium-flow period underwear, super discreet with its flat seams and really cute with its gold trim.
A wide selection of period panties in size 3XS or 2XS for teens
Did you know?
Louloucup offers a wide range of washable menstrual products, durable and reusable, so you can experience more eco-friendly, zero-waste periods.
Our medical-grade silicone menstrual cups are made in France. Our period panties, lined with GOTS-certified organic cotton and labeled Oeko-Tex Standard 100, are suitable for all menstrual flows (from very light to hemorrhagic).
Our period swimsuits let you enjoy your time at the pool or beach without stressing!
All our menstrual products in the shop are eligible for our custom bundle with sliding-scale prices. What does that mean? The more items you add to your cart, the more you save. The unit price of each product automatically drops. You don’t have to do a thing. From 2 products in your cart, you’re already saving money! With 5 products, you save €30! Plus, shipping is free.
And for swimming?
As soon as the nice weather arrives, teens are swimming and sunbathing! Of course—on holiday with friends, by the pool or at the beach, you make the most of it! And your period shouldn’t spoil the fun!
In addition to the menstrual cup, Louloucup offers a XXS teen period bikini bottom, the Manon style.
These simple black period bikini bottoms are an essential basic that you can pair with any bikini top or sports bra. Teens can then swim without worrying about leaks or blood stains. They avoid conventional tampons, which are less eco-friendly and can be irritating.
Cup, swimsuit or panties – getting your first period is no longer as complicated or scary thanks to Louloucup’s reusable menstrual and hygiene products. Build your own custom set or bundle, save money and create a period routine that’s healthy, organic, eco‑friendly, smooth and easy!
For you and your teen, enjoy free shipping (in France and Europe) while you shop.
With Louloucup, you’re guaranteed fast delivery. Your order is always shipped within 48 hours.
FAQ – First periods in teenagers
What are first periods like for teenagers?
A teenager’s first periods can be quite confusing: they may be very light or quite heavy and can last up to 7 days.
What are the first symptoms of a first period?
A teenage girl experiencing her first period may feel quite intense stomach cramps, headaches, fatigue and breast tenderness.
What colour are first periods?
First periods can range in color from red to brown.
Camille
I’ve been writing for Louloucup for several years now, and I love chatting about everything from period panties to grandma’s remedies for easing period pain! Every week I share my favorites and inspirations with one goal in mind: finally experiencing calm, stress-free periods! 🩷
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