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Hello my niece is 9 years old. She has epilepsy since birth now it's controlled. But yesterday she started her periods we are all in tension now everyone is crying. Is it ok to have periods at this age (9-10) Dr. said she has hormonal imbalance. Her weight is also more. What can we do. She is not even mature enough ???
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It is not uncommon for girls to start their period as young as 8 or 9. This can be both emotionally and mentally challenging for girls this young, as well as their parents. Let's have a detailed discussion for better advice and healthy lifestyle.
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