Heavy periods can be painful, inconvenient and may make life miserable for a week or more a month. There are medical treatments available to help with heavy periods and let you get back to your life, but you do need to talk to your parents about this situation. Talking to mom about your period can be awkward or embarrassing, but thinking ahead can help you to communicate clearly and get the help you need.
Step 1
Chart your cycle so you know how frequent your periods are and how long they last. Note how often you need to change your pad or tampon. If you need to change pads or tampons eight or more times a day, you should talk to your mom or another trusted adult, recommends the West Penn Allegheny Health System.
Step 2
Pick a private time to talk. Try starting this conversation in the car or while you're on a walk, suggests KidsHealth.org
Step 3
Tell your mom you need to talk to her. Let her know you if you find the subject difficult or embarrassing, suggests KidsHealth.org, but do keep in mind that she may know and understand what you're going through.
Step 4
Share your concerns with her, letting her know how long and how heavy your periods are. If the heavy periods are new, make sure she knows when the heavy bleeding began.
Step 5
Ask her to schedule a doctor's appointment. Your doctor can rule out potential causes for heavy menstrual bleeding. Various medications, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and birth control pills may help, according to iVillage.com health expert Dr. Sarah Brewer.
