Women only Please! How long is the average period?

I am almost 12 old and a few days ago I got my first period. There will be a 4th of July swim party @ my house and I am pretty sure you cant use pads in the pool (obvioulsly ) I am not comfortable using tampons yet so I am using pads. How long is the average period suppose to last?

The swim party is in 3 days and its my second day of having the period. Hopefully you guys will say about 5 days...If so , hopefully everything will turn out fine!

Answer:
Average is about 5 days, but it can be anywhere from 3-8 days.
Don't use pads in a pool - not good! :) If you have to, try using a tampon. I know you're young, but it's not difficult and it's much more comfortable than a pad anyway!
well it is different for every woman but i think the average is 3-6 days.
about 5-7 days.
I'm 13, and my period lasts 10-13 days. But on average it's suppost to last 3-5 days.
the average is 7 days , but some women has it only for 3 or 5 days ..it depends really ..
i am 19 years old and my period last for 3 days!
4-6 days depending on the woman USUALY
Periods last 3-5 days for MOST people. Mine last 6-7, and I have known people for whom they lasted as much as 2 weeks. However, since it is your first one, it will almost definitely be short!

If it hasn't stopped, you do need to wear a tampon. I would recommend trying at least once before the day of the party, since tampons can break your hymen and will be painful and uncomfortable the first time--you don't want to feel like that at the party!
yah it about about 3-7 dys
Yes, the average time for one's mentruation period is 5 days. You should be fine.
usually 4-6 days. mine are about 5. since your just starting, it's probably irregular so i bet it will be shorter anyways. remember that water usually stops your period for the time your in it, but as soon as you get out it starts up again. so you could try that method, just make sure you get to a bathroom quick when your out of the pool, and don't wear a white swimsuit! good luck =)
Usually, 3-5 Days, and some are Heavier or Lighter on some days (might be Begining or End)
Pads would Not be the Best Choice for the Pool, Tampons work Well, just Change Regularly. When you are Done swimming, Change into your Regular Clothes and Pads.
well...when u first begin ur period, it is isn't regulated. but most first time periods are usually light. But they can last from about 3-5 days when you first start. About three days,after that. make sure to track Ur cycles 2, so u'll know for future reference. After a few months it'll happen every 28 days.
hope i helped!!!!
well Im thirteen and my period lasts for about 6 or 7 days it depends on you. Try using a tampon follow the directions if you still dont feel comfertable I guess ur just gonna have to get used to it. It might end before then good luck
Usually 3-7 days but mine are longer. It might also be light enough for you to not have to wear anything just for swimming. I mean you're in the water! lol!
it can be anything form 3-8 days but usually, and more common, its 4-5 so dont worry, you usually stop flowing when in water anyway but quite soon after you get out you start again, heavy so becareful, maybe you should try a tampont, they are great!
average period 5 to 7 days.good luck
well it differs due to ur family background,diet,health and lifestyle.I remeber when i was 13-14 I had periods lasting me 7-14 days and the doctor found nuth n wrong with me but i since i was losing so much blood so i got supplement sso if u ever experience this don't be afraid. But it is usually 3-5/5-7/8-13.Like i said it depends on the individual good luck.

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