Is it natural that our stomach becomes quite big before period?
960652
yes n it happens with me too lol n when its finish u see my stomach go back to the normal size
778035
It's interesting that when a woman first begins her period our bodies release a hormone which causes us to have a huge bowel movement which also includes passing gas. The reason our bodies release this hormone is to release pressure on our uterus which in turn decreases cramping. Gas probably has the same effect, which is, to decrease building pressure on the uterus, thus it is possible that passing gas would relieve cramps. It's fascinating how our body works to maintain a balance. Glad you're feeling better! :-)
194269
It really depends on the women. I actually loss a pound or two when i have my period, because it makes me hyperactive and not want to eat. Most women gain one or two pounds because of water weight and cravings.
710580
I went through maternity once... and yes, your insides really do get "pushed" up higher, so you might get a lot of wacky sensations, like that thump, thump, thump in your neck from changes in regional blood pressure.... very unpleasant.\nBut it's perfectly natural.
759003
yes stress can make big changes in your period, as can increased or decreased exercise.  heck, just be happy it's lighter for a change!
991649
When you first start your period, often it is irregular and catches you by surprise.  I always carried seomthing in my purse/backpack to be prepared for that.  Also, look for the signs of your period coming (such as bloating, cramping, ect) and then its not so much of a surprise.  Also, Id suggest tracking it on a calendar or website (theres lots of free ones to do so), and then u can predict it so much better.
1153971
Mine has been the same, 4, maybe 5 days, and a little heavy for the first day or two, then very light. I've been the same way since I started when I was 9. I'm now 23, so as long as you are staying around the same amount of days in your cycle... i.e... every 28 or 29 days, you are perfectly normal. The cramps usually last a day or so, I normaly get back cramps and my breast hurt a week before I start. The stomach issues were probably just a considence, if it becomes a regular thing, like having the same symptoms for 3 months straight, see a family doctor. Hope that helps.  :-)
650898
no, that's fine, and it's good to stay active. very thin women/athletes may get their first periods later. this can also be caused by an eating disorder, so be on the lookout...
871632
Yeah that happens to me all the time. i wish my boobs were always as big as they are before my period. haha it's just a hormonal thing
433365
Yes.  This is your body's natural way of revving you up so you can conceive during your most fertile time of the month (you usually ovulate right before your period).
488945
this is not true hun only a change in the womans body can do this\nif you under stress and things like that or there could be a medical problem so go the doctors and get it checked out
755795
it can come early (or late) if you've been particularly stressed, eating differently, working out more/ less lately. actually there are a lot of factors that can change when it comes. also, sometimes heavy spotting that looks like a period can happen if you're pregnant, just started birth control, or took the plan B emergency contraceptive.
909667
You can have your period anytime from the ages of 9-16. Many women experience cramps. Sometimes just a slight pain in the stomach and other times the pain can really hurt. No worries though they make pills, such as midol for the pain. Also other problems you may have before starting your period is nausea, vomiting, headaches, breast tenderness, bloating, tiredness, mood swings, and food cravings.
548734
yes, the less body fat you have in your body the less of a period you have. i am not a doctor so i would suggest consulting one on if this is ok or not.
1052509
I assume you mean hungry? \n\nIts hormonal.  Estrogen fades as you get ready to start a period.  Estrogen helps keep insulin under control.  Insulin, thus, can go wild.  The purpose of insulin is to open the "cell's mouths" to let food and water in.  Thus, right before your period, insulin is madly tucking food and water in cells, causing bloating and weight gain.\n\nThe food insulin tucks in cells is blood glucose.  If insulin tucks in too much glucose (a condition known as hyperinsulinemia), it can result in there being too little blood glucose in the blood stream for the rest of the body to use during the day (a condition known as hypoglycemia).  If the brain senses a low blood sugar condition, it requests food, lots of it, high carb food like chocolate and potato chips and french fries and such.  \n\nThat is why you may be hungry before your period.\n\nTo find out whys and what to do, visit www.hufa.org
1097042
its differnet for everyone. i also start cramping about a week ahead of time.  it sucks but thats our lot in life.
552303
HEY!! Its called hormones!! I do the same thing with my period. My friends joke that i've got the cleanest house in the world, and they also seem to invite me over everytime my PMS is about to start. Hmmm..... maybe its time to get some new friends!!!