Ages 13 to 15GuidelineWith your doctor
Talk about periods and puberty
See a doctor if there is no period by 15, or periods are very heavy or painful.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- Teens who hear it from parents feel safer asking later.
- Heavy periods can cause anaemia.
- Boys need the talk too.
Primary Citation: FOGSI; IAP
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming