Perks of getting your period (ft my mom)

finally, my mom is in a video!!! she did great :D
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[@illymation]

thank you Maaz for voicing the little gremlin boy!!! kzbin.info/door/Q9HvHH-KRYHI5ynj2kbLwQ

[@sadiamush2624]

amazing video

[@adamlesstickers2385]

Good job illy

[@RatBagel]

Gremlin boy indeed. I know somebody like that who is HIGHLY uneducated on that topic.

[@4thi13]

That was maaz? Damn

[@Doge_0]

Awesome

[@zomomnomnombie]

There was one perk of going to an all-girls school in high school, and that was that you could literally yell down any hallway, "Does anyone have a tampon??" and like 6 would be thrown in your direction

[@andreaashby9431]

oh i wish i was in an all girls school

[@TheRealEmrys510]

@@andreaashby9431 oh me too

[@edaslongtoenails9804]

I'm going to an all girls in secondary school!! That'll be fun

[@noturmom1575]

@@andreaashby9431 all girl schools are crazy

[@cassmay2666]

An all girls school is fun until you aren't allowed to go the toilet during lessons 🙃

[@arianahans3318]

I remember in middle school, one of my classmates bled through her skirt and most of the guys were making fun of her for it, except this one guy. He was like "Imagine if it was your daughter. Don't make fun of her for that." He was so mature for doing that and I never forgot it.

[@eclipse9513]

Respect man

[@aceofmeya]

My respects

[@drizzle487]

Yes this is *R E S P E C T*

[@roslee2780]

Respect

[@sheppee5608]

Why do they always have to imagine it's their daughter, or sister, or mother to respect a woman. Why can't they just be respectful just cuz she is a person? Do we do the same for males? "Imagine he's your son or brother bla bla..."

[@Leo-bx6ec]

“Take care of my webkins for me..” Truly the most heartwarming thing I’ve ever heard

[@michaelsambhi4331]

You said it!

[@catsaremylife872]

I'm 10 and I was looking into this topic so it's great to know. And hey, before you say "Oh my god this 10 year old is on KZbin looking at PERIOD information!!!", my mom told me to look into this topic because she taught me at an early age. I think that teaching that to me at 3 years old was a great move. I know to alert her when I'm having sharp pains in my pelvis area, (which I do have already) so that she knows when I should be prepared with the right equipment like pads, and know the steps and what I should do. Anyways, my mom got it at 11. My grandma got it at 12. And I'm glad to know that someone got it at 10 years old like I might, and what more to expect. Thank you @illymation for clearing the situation up!

[@sleeplessshinso5103]

That’s actually the perfect age! I got mines at 9 and didn’t know what was going on, so I really wish this video was out when I was your age. The way my mom explained it to me was, “This means you’re technically becoming an adult. Don’t EVER sleep with boys, or you can now become pregnant.” 😀 I don’t think I need to mention how terrified 9 year old me was after that. No explanation about the cramps, my headaches, nothing. I learned most of that through my own online research. This video is very informative and learning earlier (in an age appropriate way) is always better. Props to your mom for keeping you educated on your body!

[@Yeamynamejeff]

I personally think it’s a good idea to get used to this info at an early age so you don’t scream and think you’re dying when you are only just getting started on your period

[@-i_was_never_here-]

i got it at ten, currently ten!

[@Legoober-iv4hz]

Same

[@TheInfintyithGoofball]

@xatsaremylife872 your comment has more intelligence in its word choice than 90%+ of the way I usually talk and I'm 17! I can't tell if that sounds more like a compliment or more like I'm calling myself less intelligent. (maybe I'm doing both?)🤷‍♀

[@littlecottagegirl4757]

I was a late bloomer and was jealous of the other cool grown up girls with periods. When I finally got mine, I literally wanted to die.

[@gachatoastgirl3710]

SAME

[@sunny_sun101]

Same I was asleep so I didn't notice till I was changing for school (I went to school without a pad cause I thought it would go away 😅😅😅

[@Dinoboy3060]

Recoil

[@reyxh4dez]

Same everyone got it around 11ish and I got it when I was 13 or so and I was so jealous when I got it I legit couldn’t sleep for days on end due to the heavy flow, and my own mother didn’t even explain yet buy me sanitary pads for my needs, my sister had to get them for me :(

[@sunny_sun101]

@reyxh4dez wait what. I goy mine at 8! WHY MEEE ITS SO FLIPPING ANNOYINGGGG

[@BDeerhead]

I'm 42 and married with 2 kids, and I just learned more about menstrual cycles from this one video than I knew my whole life. Thanks for the education.

[@SigTheSauceMan]

The American education system, everybody...

[@octobot5216]

Get a load of this society

[@Sovereignty3]

Oh my, if you ever feel like learning more @MamaDoctorJones is a great place to hear from an OBGYN.

[@sarahanne__]

Same I’m 27 lol

[@cuppy3874]

@@kartikmishra1935 we learned about this in 5th and birth control in 9th.. what the heck is your school doing.

[@darthmillennia]

Dude I wish I had this video to watch when I had my first period. My grandma had already given me a very clear run down of how it would go, complete with notebook sketches, but this video would have made me feel a lot better about starting at 11

[@Winterrose21.]

How old are u now don’t answer me if u don’t wanna it’s ok

[@darthmillennia]

@@Winterrose21. I’m 19 now :)

[@NaurAllDay]

"Like,You dont see me demanding free toilet paper and stuff- OWW,OWIE IM BLEEDING" Literally got me💀💀

[@CloudyChaoDubs]

Finally, someone who talks about this in a manner that isn’t off putting and is relatable. Birth control isn’t only for pregnancy situations, but these ones. Periods aren’t disruptive and you’re supposed to be able to function as normal as possible while being on a period, but it feels life ending when i can barely even walk to the bathroom without being in pain and it’s soul crushing to not be able to enjoy my favorite food for a week where I need something comforting.

[@taylorwilliams2880]

I have 2 weeks of cramps before the soul crushing week. 😂

[@CloudyChaoDubs]

@@taylorwilliams2880 that actually sucks, im sorry for you Edit : now that you say that, i woke up and found out my period came after sleeping in longer than usual and not being hungry

[@0nly.cilicia373]

Well everyone that has cramps while I don’t have any lucky me

[@taylorwilliams2880]

@@0nly.cilicia373 (ﾉ*0*)ﾉ

[@estera2054]

@@taylorwilliams2880 I think you need to go to the doctor for that, because that's not healthy or normal

[@simplyasimp694]

Fun fact about periods: They CAN have the same sort of pain levels as a heart attack and help you gain a stronger pain tolerance (for stuff, like pregnancy) Edit: jeez, thank you guys for these likes! Im also sorry I didnt clarify the "CAN" earlier

[@ujwalakadam9940]

You really had an heart attack in your private part to experience this?

[@caitlynweber227]

@@ujwalakadam9940 🤨

[@Theylovelibby]

@@ujwalakadam9940 your not being serious.. right?

[@nova-ef2sx]

I heard it was as painful as a miscarriage

[@flora_7719]

Really? Because my pain tolerance is shit.

[@0lives_alt]

Hey illy I’m 11 (in 5th grade) and I just got my period and this video made me feel so much better and like I’m not alone

[@carrotcupboard]

hi how are you doing now? Im 12 (6th grade) and I just got my first period. I'm wondering how you manage it at school because I'm really nervous to go now.

[@razxing]

Your videos helps my cramps go away, it distracts me from the pain, thank you and ilyy

[@lonelysimp2006]

Some people getting earlier periods is exactly why it should be taught in school as early as 4th grade. We should also normalize them. It’s so annoying that no one can talk about it without worrying about kids (normally boys) making jokes about it. Like you said, it’s natural, everyone should be taught that.

[@Forever_Muffin]

totally agree. I had a friend of mine who my mom told me later in life that she got her period when she was 8 !! like, that's crazy, and we wouldn't get any education about periods and other biological things until we were 11... i can only hope my friend's parents were good enough at explaining how it all worked and i hope she didn't suffer much. But it must be extremely scary

[@lonelysimp2006]

@@Forever_Muffin Or getting them in school. That must also be nerve racking. This is another thing we should normalize, carrying pads/tampons in our backpacks even if we haven’t started our period yet. It would make things a lot less awkward for unexpected periods.

[@Syeona]

While i do agree with you there are still girls who get theirs as early as 6, like my cousin, and I got mine at 8. It's something parents should talk about as soon as their young girl is potty trained. Helps avoid confuson

[@Heathernolder]

@@Forever_Muffin I also got mine at 8.. I can tell you it wasn't fun lol. I did have a couple friends who were jealous despite me telling them over and over they did NOT want anything to do with this..

[@lonelysimp2006]

@@Syeona Of course, but I mean in school. Most 6 year olds really don’t care about that, but older kids like to poke fun at it. If it is taught in school at an earlier age, it will be more normalized. Less kids would make fun of others for having a period.

[@bmanxy3363]

I love how the kid admits he’s wrong. You have be be a strong person to admit your wrong like that

[@blueberrymikusoda]

Fr

[@mxriamimagine3399]

yo are you crazy? its out of respect not to admit your mistakes. i always do that.

[@fangirl3086]

@@mxriamimagine3399 As an action figure from the owl house once said, "A real man never takes accountability." And sadly for a lot of people, that's true.

[@mxriamimagine3399]

@@fangirl3086 ok

[@aflvproductions7854]

@@fangirl3086 strong man

[@4crafters597]

3:40 love the King in the Background! TOH for life

[@TheLamboKing333]

And the amphibia pamphlet at 9:57 !

[@dallasmeiers5985]

@@TheLamboKing333my mum got the thing in her arm but it didn’t work

[@Rivers13]

I remember watching this at 10 and being so interested and kind of nervous cause I was worried about getting my period. Glad I did because I also got mine when I was 10 right before fifth grade started 😂, so grateful for this and I can relate to it a lot! Thank you Illy!

[@Mothman_The_Moth]

I love Mother Nature's design and personality you gave her,, I love how sassy she is and how she really doesn't hold back with *violence*

[@omnicupid6694]

She reminds me of Gæa from Greek Mythology

[@Mothman_The_Moth]

@@omnicupid6694 I haven't heard of Gæa before, are they a god(dess) of some sort?

[@yokaibuster6754]

Mother Nature is harsh. It’s man (or women) vs nature

[@omnicupid6694]

@@Mothman_The_Moth They're a Primordial goddess in Greek Mythology, the literal embodiment of Earth. She is the mother of the Titans and grandmother of the gods of Olympus. You can look her up if you want to learn more, she's pretty cool.

[@Mothman_The_Moth]

@@omnicupid6694 Ooooo

[@MightbMai]

One thing that does bother me a lot is when people complain about “the smell” that is left behind in a bathroom when someone is on their cycle. It’s very annoying because people act like we can control it, when it’s natural. We know it smells bad, but you don’t have to keep bringing it up in a negative manor. It’s as if they expect it to smell like sweet perfume😒.

[@gidol1469]

What?? small isn't strong tho

[@ronaldoalberto3510]

@@gidol1469 its pretty strong, especially if you have a heavy flow so your pad is full and your inner thighs are thoroughly coated in blood. Period poops also have a terrible stench. At least for me. Yes I do change my pads frequently.

[@dakotagarcia7781]

I have a heavy flow, and vaginas sweat just like balls so it can smell like a musty, freshly gored slaughterhouse. And periods cause me diarrhea. So yeah. Can be rank.

[@KakyoinMoon]

To be honest I don't see why people complain about it, I've heard men and women (gay women) talk about how it's normal for it to happen. Most of the time (Slight gross warning) They say they like it. Not to say everyone should but we can't really control the smell, yk?

[@Spicybrain03]

Idk maybe you could be considerate and spray the bathroom afterwards with air freshener. Just a thought

[@alexialawson2265]

Suffering w my first 1 rn and dang can I officially say that girls rlly were not lying about the pain. I can't even breath with how bad my fricken back is rn, crawling around in bed as I become a young woman yet somehow gain the back of a 92 year old-

[@LaPau-lo6gm]

12:31 I love it when the sign says you can't spell COLLEGE without a few L's ✨

[@gloryblaz]

As someone who’s had a baby and got an IUD, I can confirm that IUD’s feel like childbirth. I took the max of ibuprofen and acetaminophen before my appointment and still wished I had taken something stronger. If strong drugs are offered for labor, I can’t understand why they can’t be offered for an IUD too. I’m dreading the day that I get it removed.

[@mandyleigh1392]

Having it removed is MUCH easier. A very quick moment of pain, then complete relief.

[@kitctrl]

@@mandyleigh1392 is right. After 5 years when I had mine removed, it wasnt nearly as bad. They offered to reinsert one same day and I just couldn't do it. I couldn't even imagine how 21 year old me had gotten it in on the first place. I tried going back two separate times later to get a new one and neither time was I able to manage it. Insertion of it is so so painful but the removal isnt anywhere near as bad.

[@ckee8437]

I'm forcing them to give me pain meds, if they wouldn't do a vasectomy without meds, they can't operate on me without them.

[@queeniemarigold]

I got one at 16, and that was probably the worst pain I'd ever been in, and I'm terrified when I have to get it out, which isn't much longer from now.

[@TD-vo2ew]

My first one was awful and i expected getting it out to be the same but it was more awkward than anything. Getting the second one put in was worse cause they assumed i could take the bigger one. Same experience of leaving on wobbly legs feeling faint and drained only further from home and i collapsed and had to whole body limp and heavy go back inside and tell myself ive done this before and im not dying. Like in a cold sweat. Instant cramps like I've never experienced and called my mum breathing like I've run a marathon for help. Fine a day later the first time. The second time it took about 4 months for the spotting to stop. And the random cramps. And the trapped gas. When it all hit together some days... honestly wanted someone to just end it in any way (this from someone who celebrates no longer being suic....) I'm like 14months into it and my cramps are more painful than ever, but ive never been as consistent. I do miss having no period though.

[@kinley.-.]

My male doctor convinced me to get an iud. I’ve had it for a little over a year now and although i like what it does for me, it was a horrible experience that i wouldn’t wish on anyone else. The pain of them inserting it was so bad i cried and had to hold back from screaming. After they finished i cried so hard and felt like i had been assaulted because the iud wasn’t even something i wanted, my doctor talked me into it and didn’t tell me how painful it was going to be. I was in so much pain for a week afterwards, i could hardly move. Worst pain of my life tbh. It was great to hear you compare it to childbirth, makes me feel like the pain i felt was real. My doctor made it seem like i shouldn’t be in so much pain and downplayed it the whole time

[@dorjgothegreat2740]

I had an IUD insertion that I had to stop partway through since the tenaculum hurt so bad, so I called a bunch of clinics and found one that did a shot of lidocaine and I didn’t feel the insertion at all! Its criminal that this isn’t standard practice, and for anyone who can I highly recommend getting the lidocaine on your cervix !!

[@starrimoss7377]

@@dorjgothegreat2740 i got my iud inserted under anaesthesia at hospital. idk if that’s bc im in australia or what but thank god i did, bc recovery was almost pain free.

[@mitsusah2612]

I had the opposite experience. I had to tell a male doctor on 2 or 3 separate occasions that I want an IUD. I used my school's healthcare and got a lovely female doctor for the insertion. The school nurse held my hand and helped me with breathing rhythm, she was an angel. The insertion felt absolutely awful and I spend like 5-10 minutes in a bathroom, worried I'd throw up from the pain. Later on it felt like bad period cramps. I believe the pain was gone in about 3 days. Worth it.

[@vcombs4276]

In some places, I've noticed that doctors are really pushy about the long term forms of birth control like IUDs and implants. I once had a long argument with a nurse who WOULD NOT STOP telling me I should be on an IUD or depo, when what I was trying to do was get my Nexplanon removed because I had a complication. Especially in lower income areas with high rates of teen/unplanned pregnancies they borderline force it on you because they're not sure if they'll get another chance to see you and they don't want you reproducing (unplanned) and making the county health stats worse. Edit to add: I noticed it especially in areas with high populations of non-white people. The health departments try their best to stop people from having babies. But of course, you still need your husband's permission to get your tubes tied.

[@kriswilson6007]

Thank you for sharing your story. Doctors treat women like trash.

[@savannahmitchell-qj1po]

3:40 love the king in the background

[@TheViridianGhostPodfics]

I want to thank you for making this video it made me more comfortable since I’m 15 and I just started taking the pill for the same reason you did

[@Xavierpng]

I appreciate creators like you talking about this stuff because it's sad how many people aren't aware or choose to stay ignorant about the many struggles of having a period. I remember when mine started and I was 10, too; what a crazy ride my childhood was thanks to it. This stuff needs to be talked about more openly and not shunned or treated with disgust.

[@seekhimwithallyourheartand3358]

Repent to Jesus Christ “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭29:25‬ ‭NIV‬‬ J

[@HelloHamburger]

@@seekhimwithallyourheartand3358 Dear annoying bots/spammers: No u. Bots spamming in random comment sections do not help anyone, and I am sure that Jesus would not approve. Like, this is not an appropriate place to put that message. In this context, you seem to tell someone to “repent” for expressing their opinion that bodies should be more openly talked about. I understand that you may not believe that bodies are bad, but by spamming these messages, you open up the possibility of your comment ending up in really inappropriate places. If you truly believe that sex education is something to be ashamed of, then, I’m not surprised. There are many people like you. However, I truly wish that you would reconsider.

[@HelloHamburger]

@nub It stinks that comment sections are filled with these weird spammers and bots. They make it hard for the rest of us that want genuine discussion by filling the space and creating distractions. I want you to know that, while I am lucky enough to have never had a period(cis male), I believe that it is important to empathize, and I agree with you that the human body should not be shunned. The human body is an amazing piece of machinery that no one can truly appreciate, so many people take it for granted. Just to spread positivity, I want to remind you that you are certainly not alone, we all go through awkward growing pains sooner or later. Thank you for your insightful comment!

[@HelloHamburger]

@Pecy This is truly not a good place for advertising my dude.

[@demonkitty_toebeans]

I got mine at 11

[@emilykapallen4979]

Another horrible side effect of periods that wasn’t mentioned here is is emotional pain that comes with it. I don’t get cramps, but I become severely depressed and anxious before and during my period. My OBGYN informed me of a severe form of PMS called PMDD, which can take on the form of depression during PMS. I take anti-depressants to help manage the symptoms.

[@honeybee-ms2rp]

Same here🙋‍♀️ glad to know I'm not the only one

[@glitterwolfandglitterrat7396]

it’s so frustrating when people don’t understand this problem!! hope we can bring more awareness to it

[@marscry170]

I hate how I just learned this from a KZbin comment section 🥲 I thought it was normal to just feel um strong feelings to unalive before starting a period sob now I may myself also ask about this next visit to the obgyn 😞

[@kaleycooper9111]

Glad my periods have always been, by all means, easy. I do bleed *a lot* but I only get cramps on the first day and the rest is smooth sailing. I’m especially glad I don’t experience mood swings. I can’t imagine how embarrassing it must be in certain settings, so shout out to you guys for being so strong 💪

[@penelopewilson6249]

Mine isn’t too bad, but I’m still not a delight when it happens 😅

[@Kat1sK00l]

TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY FOR THIS VIDEO

[@sewerpunk3559]

I know this was posted a year ago but i was scrolling through animators period stories to try to convince my uterus to start its period bc its been 3 months and these past couple of days have been hell. And thanks to your video and planned parenthood blogs i found out that i havent had a period is so long bc i skept the placebo ones which was iron since I already take iron and i would go straight to the next pack. Now I know to at least skip the four or so days in the last part of the pack and not take any birth control for those days. Never been so relieved and excited. Thank you for this and never thought i would say this but I can't wait to get my period!

[@kodaod]

as a guy watching this, i always knew people had a struggle with this specific topic and i already had alot of respect for them putting through with it. especially with all the embarrassment and lots of problems because of how uncalled it can be sometimes. After seeing this video, i grew a MUCH more respect because getting an actual representation with how painful procedures and the period itself is, i realize how much someone can go through and i have mad respect for all that go through this every month and even those who don't have it anymore but did go through it. For all those out there, i may not know the real struggle but with the idea of it, don't feel embarrassed, if someone judges you or makes fun of you for it, ignore it. A natural body function shouldn't be made fun of or laughed at. Hope all those out there get through it. Good luck all!

[@sucharitaMCK]

Thank you for being a good human being! Ik it's the bare minimum but it's rare to see understanding people on the internet these days 😄 as a woman, we appreciate it a lot

[@kodaod]

@@sucharitaMCK Happy to make someones day

[@kodaod]

​@@bugging-out9250 For people who do that, i know it's really rude and just disrespectful. Please, don't let that stop you. i believe every roadblock is a chance for redemption, a way to say "yea, I'm hurting, I'm struggling, but I won't let it stop me." Times are hard rn for lots of people, whether its recent situation, trauma, or things that you don't like and feel uncomfortable with, i believe with the right mindset, you can get through it. so go talk to those people, go have fun and laugh. Don't let someone who brings you down leave you down. Let them know, show them that they won't stop you. Best of luck to you, I bet you'll make tons of new friends in no time

[@flatvoicegaming]

Wait they experience it every month?

[@mushroomlover479]

@@flatvoicegaming Yup. Every. Month. Its a pain in the ass.

[@Shmem_]

When I was in high school, I was taking birth control but I still was getting pretty heavy periods- like I couldn’t even use a tampon, heavy. One day I was in the library with my boyfriend at the time, just chatting and I got up to go somewhere and he saw that my chair was COVERED in blood. He immediately shot up out of his chair, wrapped his sweatshirt around my waist and told me to go to the nurse and have them call my mom to come pick me up. He stayed behind and cleaned the entire mess for me. He’s still a good friend to this day, and I’ll never forget how amazing and valid that interaction made me feel.

[@tiffany7023]

He has my blessing

[@celinebazignan5578]

Omg he sounds like a angel

[@agioni99]

i like farting often

[@fnafglitches2465]

That’s a good bf right there❤

[@onlookerofthings6029]

Yep, he's a keeper

[@aidenalamo6262]

Thank you for posting this! It covers real topics with realistic expectations.

[@user-jy1sn9du9s]

I SAW YOUR F'ING KING PLUSH IN THE BACKGROUND AND NOW I NEED ONE IN MY LIFE NOWWWWWWW

[@wilkinson_jorja2284]

I remember when this girl in 5th grade got there period and blood bled through her skirt and got all over her seat she was humiliated and some girls went over asked to go to the bathroom to get pads and tissues for this girl while the boys laughed she was crying but would not move . I stayed still and watched since I hadn’t gotten mine , I was terrified watching someone go through that. To anyone who has gone through this WE ALL LOVE YOU!

[@wilkinson_jorja2284]

@Glaze96 Yh

[@user-qe2sc1hj8c]

Something happened to me very similar! I bled through my shorts 3 times one day at school and I didn't notice until the boys in my class stared laughing at me. I asked my friends about it and the entire half of my jeans were SOAKED!!! My pad must've moved due to the way I was sitting. But my school didn't have extra shorts, and I had to wear a jacket around my waist ALL DAY. I was only in 5th grade! I finally told the teacher and she wrote them all up!

[@crimson.1172]

I also bleed on a chair but the worst part was that it was a stool so there was bright red stains on the chair, it was super embarrassing

[@wilkinson_jorja2284]

@@crimson.1172 Tysm for your story x

[@thecringeykid738]

me: *Gets it the wrong way*

[@noahrandolph2289]

As a guy, I'm lil more understanding of how horrible periods are, I'm sorry and from now on I'm doing whatever I can to help my female friends. Thank you for your time.

[@annaliseray2028]

💞💖 it's great to see people like you in the comments!

[@cashlynnriley4683]

You are one of the good ones! It is nice to know that there are actually people like you out there

[@wania7179]

Awe this is sweet

[@bituinl]

You don’t have to be sorry it’s really the schools fault for not teaching both male and female about this. Also men and women are raised differently so I don’t blame you at all. It’s good you have an opened mind though.

[@zadock6370]

I wish I could help my female friend regarding this, but I don't think she would want to discuss something like this or want me involved in it in any way.

[@user-if1fe6zf3r]

the fact the boy just said hold it like it's something you can control

[@Elliethecatgod]

After I watched this I felt more calm on getting my period. This Is why I love you illy your voice just makes me calm love your videos by the way ♾️/10 love your work

[@Hgh_Fr3quency]

As a young woman who also got her period at ten in 5th grade, I can completely relate to the "How loud pads are" part. Like, why does Always ultra thin have to make an announcement and let everybody know that I'm on my forbidden ketchup water fountain? Edit: And yes, I *did* like my own comment. Fight me.

[@goldeneagletruckingllc5984]

"forbidden ketchup water fountain" is the best way to describe periods 😂

[@Luna_the-Idiot]

@@goldeneagletruckingllc5984 ik

[@Flamingo_Crisis]

OMG THAT DESCRIPTION OF IT LMAO

[@RememberYourSafeword]

I got my period when I was nine, and when I had to open a pad in the school bathroom once, I was BERATED by the other girls. They kept making fun of me, and it made me feel SO EMBARRASSED. It was awful. It took me six years to realize that I shouldn’t be embarrassed

[@Hgh_Fr3quency]

@@RememberYourSafeword They used to accuse me of eating candy in the bathroom and told the teacher that I was, so I got in trouble for not sharing my "candy" with the class 💀

[@51kittygirl]

I love how you took content that is still not talked about openly enough, and made it accessible with great information and relatable experiences. I was 10 when I got my first period and let me tell you the struggle bus was real right from the start. No one in my class had started theirs either, and I had a MALE teacher that year. The "kool aid" in my bed was bad enough, but on chairs .... I remember wishing I could sink through the floor and never reappear. Even worse was having to sneak into the bathroom before gym class to change into my uniform because I didn't want anyone to see the "GIANT" pads I had to use. Oh god and the horror of being in a bathroom stall and trying to quietly open a pad package. Seriously, I may as well have blasted I HAVE MY PERIOD over the school PA system! By the time I was in university I was taking whole bags of extra clothing to school, and a crazy amount of pads with me everywhere just incase. Finally, I got a doctor that understood why this SUCKED!! She didn't give me the whole "your body is changing be proud" lecture. Instead she said that there were options and we weighed them all out. To this day the only thing that has worked for my roller coaster of hormones is an injection every three months. I just wish content like this was around back then, because I wouldn't have felt like a complete weirdo, and maybe would have known what questions to ask and where to get help for my experience sooner.

[@baguette4607]

Got damn, I relate so hard. Opening a pad in a bathroom has to be one of the most embarrassing things, and it shouldn’t be! People shouldn’t be shamed or made fun of for having a function every biological female has. I’m glad you got help!

[@myfriendjustin8381]

I realize that i may be one of the luckiest girls out there. Got my period at 13 which is a reasonable age. Never bled in the bed or on chairs. Never had a heavy flow. Only cramped slightly the day before but after that I had no other symptoms. I got pads that were a size up than what I needed so I didn’t have to change it at school. I literally put on a pad, forgot about it, then when I got in the shower I took it out (which doesn’t really sound that healthy lol) The only problem I’ve had with my period was my moodiness and fatigue. I was SOOO tired all the time and was short tempered. So in that aspect I’m dying. Edit: btw for those who might say “you probably don’t have enough hormones” or “that isn’t normal” I’ve had regular periods since I first started and I’ve never had any issues regarding my health. Every girl is different and this is what’s normal for me

[@consequenceoferror4727]

@myfriendjustin Same! Most of the time I’m not even tired, and there was a little bit of blood in the bed in the beginning, because I was really bad at applying pads haha

[@z.6480]

I had to learn by my self that this was completely normal and that at some point in someone's life they're going to go through it. I'm not embarrassed about it anymore because it's a completely normal body function that shouldn't be treated as something disgusting.

[@weedbonermchitler4209]

@@consequenceoferror4727 Stop cyber bullying

[@user-mz7gk8vg7q]

i just found this channel its so helpful and funny at the same time perfect videos gurl

[@AudreyCrxchet123]

I remember watching this video before I had my period bc I knew it coming soon and now here I am with it

[@an_awkward_crybaby]

I got mine 6 months after this was uploaded-

[@munchkinroses]

on my period rn i got it late i think i think its a good thing 2 but im 12 so likeee

[@AudreyCrxchet123]

I’m on my period rn UGHHHHHHHHH

[@--yellow--]

I watched this a few years ago. Still don't have it (I'm 14)

[@ALLAHISMYLORD833]

@@AudreyCrxchet123u got this!

[@marvelouslee4427]

One of the only 2 times I’ve ever fainted in my life was from period cramps. My vision went white and next thing I know I’m two inches away from busting my head on the sink in a friend’s bathroom as I fall. Pain like that should never be normalized and I’m so glad you found a solution.

[@gidol1469]

Wtf ur condition isn't normal and sadly many women are ignorant af about their body and think that this type of things normal

[@nn4861]

I thought was the only one. Whenever I have bad cramps I get lightheaded but I never ended up fainting. Stay safe

[@kokoro_flow]

Please check with your doctors about this!

[@marvelouslee4427]

Don’t worry guys! I barely get cramps anymore. I have no idea why but they just stopped eventually. Maybe it was just the hormones of being a teenager? Maybe some other unrelated medication I take somehow had a side effect of helping? Idk, but I’m so glad I don’t get them anymore they were horrible. Thank y’all for the concern tho!

[@labae8728]

I started experiencing frequent faints almost every time i im about to have my period or during my period for the last four years. And occasionally like once a year i will get a severe severe pain where i feel like im dying and at the brink of my life. It’s the worst feeling ever. I get nauseous, constipated or have diarrhea, body trembling, sever cramps, numbing on hands or legs, distorted vision, and it felt like an earthquake in my head and felt like it was moving around my body. And when I went to the doctor they said there isn’t anything wrong with me even after blood tests and he said it was probably an anxiety attack :// BUT LIKE HOW COME I GET IT WHEN IM COMPLETELY FINE??

[@miaurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

Illy!! i just wanted to say, you make me feel so comfy in my own skin :) i used to feel so uncomfy being me, but you really helped me to feel better as myself! Just wanted to let you know :]

[@Ryuu39]

Same!! ❤️❤️

[@miaurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

@@Ryuu39 ❤️

[@miaurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

@TimeToFly yeah! it feels like that for me, too.

[@miaurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

@TimeToFly OH- IVE NEVER WATCHED LION KING 2 SO THAT EXPLAINS IT SORRY HAHA

[@miaurrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

@TimeToFly ah phew thanks

[@cheesycheeseiscool]

I just got it today and BOY DID I GET A FRIGHT

[@Grace-ty5wt]

Samme

[@camiwicks]

I’ve been watching subliminals for first period ty❤

[@pikachuniverse2187]

I have never heard anyone else mention ovarian cysts in these talks, which is something that I encountered in my early high school years and people always made me feel embarrassed about having that issue, especially at such a young age. Appreciated everything about this video :)

[@babybaloo0992]

I'm a 13 year old dude but I like these kinds of videos to educate me on periods so I can talk and relate to the girls having a hard time with "death cramps" and so I know how to comfort them.

[@bippityboppityboob]

Aw that's really nice

[@balloons1908]

So sweet of you!!!

[@ivyy47]

I got my period when I was 8 My mom said its because I eat too much chicken nuggets and kettup Is that true ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@moxie7244]

You’re such an attention seeker and a people pleaser

[@queen-cl1uw]

aww

[@froooooogy]

Why did i laugh at ''take care of my webkinz''

[@mayraluna9045]

Tysm for making this video bc this helps me with my period because today I just got it and I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work.❤❤❤❤

[@MrFourchords]

She's done bad things

[@haz0816]

​@@MrFourchords "bad things" and it's telling people that not being conventionally attractive right away is fine

[@MrFourchords]

@@haz0816 no it's not

[@Luci-morningstar--]

​@@MrFourchords what did she do

[@MrFourchords]

@@Luci-morningstar-- she got criticised for one of her videos and is getting upset and stuff I'm not good at explaining though

[@hetagirlgamer5296]

I think the weirdest thing with my school and how they taught sex ed was how girls were taught everything about their own bodies *and* what guys went through, but guys were only taught about themselves in depth and kinda just glossed over girls' biological issues. It just made things so difficult in the end. Sadly enough, it even managed to distance me from like all my guy friends because my periods were so bad and parents were in the boomer mindset of "You don't need a gyno unless you're pregnant and periods are just painful, get over it." so I just never had help (like, I'd nearly faint in class from the pain, stairs were a no, and even getting on and off the school bus was a risk). So ofc I was on the grumpy side and because of the whole "you're just being dramatic" belief, well, bye bye guy friends. Still in a lot of pain with my cycle, still trying to get my doc to investigate what's going on with me (or at least suggest something like the arm injection or even just the pill, because that has to be better than Ibuprofen for five days each month). All in all, it sucks.

[@gidol1469]

Seriously guy friend?? Why u have him in the first place

[@chaisteatrouble7654]

@@gidol1469 What's wrong with having guy friends??

[@HekatieSquires]

Ooh boy, the amount of times I’ve had to have people help me up and down stairs 😂

[@jemima2222]

exactly! this is probably why men make stupid comments about periods. they're not even educated on the topic of tthem

[@karentoast8570]

Men just act so stupid on the topic of periods. They think we are just acting dramatic. They shouldn't be saying stuff like that since they have no idea at all what it feels like

[@MamaDoctorJones]

oh my goodness. this gynecologist mom LOVES this. :)

[@tiredartist8438]

Love your vids!!

[@gabriellebraswell3306]

Omg hey mama doctor Jones I absolutely love your videos 😁👍💞

[@isabellaevens8334]

Hi!

[@hila631]

@mamadoctorjones can You please make a video explaining why there aren’t more pain relief precautions taken for iud insertions please ☺️

[@YayForHappiness]

omg hi!

[@rayaxx-fx6lc]

Thank you so much for sharing, you made me worry less about periods and other things, as I have JUST got my period.

[@trouble-ry8kf]

I’m glad to see people I look up to openly talking about this kinda of thing. I have endometriosis and dealt with trying to find the right birth control for close to a day. Finally found it thank god

[@duaaouznali1176]

It's even worse when you have an incredibly sexist teacher, rip to my best friend who got held back in the class later than dismissal time with awful cramps and our teacher saying "if you can stay in the bathroom during class then you can stay in the class during dismissal!"

[@megb7715]

That's when bloody pads/tampons need to be thrown

[@jaybirdishhhhhh]

^ yeah, and maybe a trip to admin...that’s not okay. How long will it take teachers (even the ones with a uterus) to realize that people can’t f*cking hold it?

[@isabellafortune1705]

boys ruined the bathrooms this year in school (peeing on walls, throwing trash and food on floors, etc etc) so next year, guys and girls will have a specific time to use the bathroom and teachers will have to check the bathrooms after each person goes. and i’m talking all the girls and guys in the building (this building is 7-8, but they are really big classes) and i just have a to of questions regarding just general normal bathroom usage problems and more specific panic attacks/other health problems (i have had many times were i have to tack a break from class in the bathrooms and my freind gets really bad panic attacks), and just overall period problems. but oh well ig i’ll bleed through my uniform becuase some guys peed on the walls

[@BestFriendsWhoLiveTogether]

@@isabellafortune1705 at my school the bathrooms weren’t unisex in the first place, but the students liked to take off the locks so there would be, like, 5 stalls that were unusable

[@Cyberdog-qr2my]

Damn

[@Day_Star8]

You make talking about periods fun, educational and not at all awkward. Thank you for this :) It's a big boost of confidence for all of us out there who go through it. Love you Illy x

[@brokendiamond4830]

Yeah I agree, talk about girl topic ^w^

[@lucycowie7245]

I'm ur one thousand the like

[@xlown8561]

Show this in skools

[@tinker.belle.501.]

I agree.

[@d4ve_09]

Whatching this rn because i got my first period makes me feel better 😭

[@sofias_version]

omg wait we have the same story!! i got mine in 5th grade tooooo before all my friends but i dont take ' the pill ' bc i dont have strong ' shark weeks '

[@abhiveerbirdi9377]

It's extremely liberating to see these types of "taboo" Topics being talked about. We should normalise reproductive health consulting. Great video illy

[@jklrcreations8900]

@@oreopixel3257 why shouldn’t we

[@TaeRose29]

I agree 10000%

[@abhiveerbirdi9377]

@@oreopixel3257 .o.

[@KazzleTheDazzle]

@@oreopixel3257 but... it is a normal thing. It shouldn’t be something that is “taboo” and frowned upon. It should be something that if someone wants to give advice, talk about it, etc, they should be able to,

[@abhiveerbirdi9377]

Thank you so much for your heart illy 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@salad608]

I eventually found out that period underwear was a thing. Saved my life, my clothes, and my bedsheets. Dark chocolate and ginger candies got me through those pains.

[@wittich_tara]

What? That exists?

[@bottombagfrenchfry7127]

@@wittich_tara yeah they’re great at night makes you not worry about leaking through

[@wittich_tara]

@@bottombagfrenchfry7127 ooooh! Where can I get those? Im Loving in the EU.

[@salad608]

@@wittich_tara I got mine on Amazon, but I'm not sure if it's available where you are.

[@jaymieskye]

lol, i had access to those from the beginning, to heavy flow

[@therealdetective19]

This animation style is awesome

[@River_draws]

hi! i just a few days ago got my period for the first time and this was not only helpful but entertaining as well :)

[@lunaescaples]

When I was in 4th grade I got up out of my seat my friend whispered in my ear “you’re bleeding through your tights…” apparently she also was on her period aswell and gave me a pad to help. She’s still my best friend to this day. Thank you Natalie so much for helping me!

[@2exclusive.noahhh]

Haha u had a period 😂😂😂 hold it! No pads or nothin

[@brandysueritterhouse2192]

Thats such a wonderful friend you have there! I wonder if my friend would do that for me... Probably not 😅

[@river-of-noodles]

I was wearing leggings when I got mine, I still don’t know if anyone noticed

[@luara7215]

Lucky I’m the only one who’s on their period in 4th grade

[@luara7215]

@@river-of-noodles girl that’s me too connection

[@TheNeoDaedalus]

As a guy, what we were taught in school made it really difficult to empathize with girls about their periods. I really wish it were explained better and that sex ed techers wouldn't pretend like we don't really need to know much about the other gender's biological processes.

[@lexidingding7779]

My teacher said we’d learn about this in 5th grade

[@rolfthebolf]

Exactly. It’s how we get more mansplainers telling guys to not date girls who have a certain looking….you know what

[@Octavia-nd3br]

@@rolfthebolf wait what

[@ayyytism6081]

@@rolfthebolf What the hell is this person talking about?

[@itsrobloxhere]

i feel like some edp445 watching this video because i am a male

[@Guineawheaks]

You’re so good at the dance ! ❤

[@burrit01]

I write a lot of poetry as a healthy way to cope and vent, and a way to improve my writing style. I feel like I can get all my emotions out and feel so much better (but I still cry when I reread them).

[@silvershort7121]

I love that we're getting more comfortable talking about periods.

[@BadaBadger]

It should never be considered embarrassing honestly, it happens to every lady :(

[@charogacha6115]

👏👏👏

[@Altchannel2988]

@@BadaBadger Please be more inclusive it’s not 1960 anymore bub

[@boochie37]

After years of experiencing "feminine pain" (and going through 6 different doctors) I found one that believed that I was in pain and diagnosed with vulvodynia. Which is something we don't really understand and seems more like a catch all term for unexplainable "feminine pain" than anything else. On top of that, periods always gave me migraines, intense cramps, and panic attacks. I talked to that sixth doctor and decided to get an iud. It was the worst pain I have experienced in my life. I threw up in her office several times. I had to call my roommate to get a ride home because I nearly fainted (he also thought I was dying so went to the store and came back with buckets of ice cream). It was God awful. I've since switched doctors (because during a check up she "forgot" I dealt with intense pain and I ended up having a panic attack in her office), but I will absolutely get another iud. No periods for nearly 5 years has been amazing.

[@sharkpopsharkie]

thank you so much for sharing your story I bet it will help others with similar problems learn what they should do to help and it really highlights that there's so much we have yet to learn in the realm of female health dude to the fact there's just not enough research

[@catherineliu06]

I've been wondering about iuds and didn't come across any info about the pain with insertion. The office I spoke to was like "we just put it in you and it lasts for a few years" For me not getting periods makes me nervous because I'm usually painless and regular and when it is irregular I worry that I may have an "accident" even though I was safe. So I wonder if my brain would finally allow me to not worry about not bleeding every month. Thank you for sharing

[@copperbunnies9849]

I dunno I think i'll stick to having periods rather than none. I am on the pill and have been for 4 yrs or so my main concern is what could happen long term

[@fandomwriter8789]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so sorry that your doctors were less than pleasant. But I commend your strength to get the IUD. I have a lot of issues that interfere with me getting the IUD personally, but I am proud to see that others are so strong 💪🏻

[@Heidicoolfun]

This helped me so much I just went on the “pill love you illy

[@margueriteoconnell2001]

I got my period when I was 8 years old.😢

[@Random.person.0101]

Sad:( but im 12 and havent gotten it

[@Im_just_a_bean]

Yikes

[@Good_damianasya]

The fact im 8😃

[@Gamer_G824]

As someone who just had their period, THANK YOU for addressing this issue! Mine might not be as painful as most of yours, but feeling that red liquid and stuff leave your body isn't fun.

[@tjmyers9617]

I remember I saw a dog on the street and I pet it after I came back from the walk tomorrow.

[@Maliaxi]

@@tjmyers9617 nice

[@tjmyers9617]

​@@Maliaxi Thank you!

[@katzenfan20]

I guess i am the only one who find it fascinating to see it

[@_hayakoasahi]

Heck yeah, i rlly hate this- like sm, i'll do literally anything to get rid of it- even if it cost my life

[@agentember277]

As a man, this is very insightful into what having a period is like. This is very helpful in understanding what the women in my life are going through. Thank you very much.

[@MichaelStrawn_I_am]

Yup

[@Gr4ceful4life]

*So how does it feel to suffer?*

[@MichaelStrawn_I_am]

@@Gr4ceful4life What?

[@akarts8854]

YES

[@tealisbored]

@@Gr4ceful4life does he mean it that way?

[@littlesaber398]

As a 17 year old who has had painful periods with a high pain tolerance. I cried a lot and couldn’t sleep while on my period. Lots of migraines too. It got worse and worse throughout the years. So I finally had to speak up to a doctor and started seeing a specialist. They let me start a shot that I think is a new option now. I just started last month. (I only didn’t say anything before because I’m stubborn and I don’t exactly like doing to doctors really.) I’m here saying this so I can try to share my experience so if someone is out there reading this and has a similar experience, they can see this as a sign to speak up and no longer suffer. Lots of love! ❤

[@samuelboulgaurd9724]

As a guy its good for me to learn about the ladies body functions so I can help my gf if I get one and they have their period still. Its good to understand them.

[@cartoonhigh9990]

Illy’s videos are probably watched by a lot of kids, so it’s so cool that she’s dishing out education on such a topic. All genders should be informed about this.

[@ryla8195]

It’s great how she talks about this on KZbin, some people wouldn’t want to. But it’s good for people with a period to understand it more, and people who don’t have one to understand what people who do go through.

[@littlepeepf]

I’m just glad I’m not a woman 😄

[@ChickenMcKicken]

@@littlepeepf same

[@aflack9656]

All genders???

[@aflack9656]

You mean male and female

[@valserra6672]

im so glad you talked about "The Pill" being more than just as a birth control. Like I have a hormone imbalance and only found out when I was 19 with more bodily autonomy being a "adult". I never learned about problems with people having periods till as a adult and I even found other people with similar and other problems which The Pill and other things could help.

[@ProheroAshlyaizawa]

Wait there's a pill ?

[@ProheroAshlyaizawa]

How did I not know

[@dog_squad193]

same

[@M1_1SHR00M..FAN._.]

“The phoqueing Stone Age?!?” LMAO I CRACKED UP

[@user-pixie]

I was bullied in 5th grade for not having my period, it really sucked but people are really nice in middle school.

[@livinlikelarry3051]

It’s always a great day when illy uploads a new story

[@e.c8191]

I agree

[@user-tg5hq2nc6u]

Agree

[@secretjanus]

Agree

[@Mothman_The_Moth]

Indeed I agree

[@stupid_idiot999]

Agreed

[@blitztwister]

As a guy, a female friend of mine was complaining about this and I kinda acted like it was disturbing. After watching this, I feel bad for doing that. I'll apologize. Edit: I apologized and she said that it was ok and thanked me for apologizing

[@jenny_nyx7808]

Definitely apologize lol. Had someone do that to me and never apologize feels shitty

[@emmajohnson5826]

it is ok. As long as you know better now.

[@sierraha1124]

as long as you apologize and learn from your mistake, its ok

[@ichigokurosaki8523]

I'm sure she'll appreciate the apology. Not many guys will feel bad for what they say especially if it's about this topic. You go man!

[@ichigokurosaki8523]

@@jenny_nyx7808 same here. I remember I was in immense pain due to cramps and I was trying to sleep it off since it usually works for me and he responded with "you know that won't help right" and to this day he still hasn't apologized

[@norahb2011]

@illymation Hi Illy! I want to say thank you for making this video, especially since I'm a 13 year old female 7th Grader who hasn't got her period yet. This tells me what I will expect when it happens. I love you, (Platonically ofc) and I hope you're doing ok!

[@Dawnp42]

Love the Amphibia reference in the arm implant brochure! 😁

[@sugakookies2439]

This is actually pretty crazy timing. I also had pretty crazy periods that would last over 2 months and at first was I extremely confused why my period would last that long but, after living with it for a while I grew to live with it and I really should have gotten checked out sooner. It turns out I had an ovarian cyst the size of a grapefruit and it can or can’t be cancerous. It was cancerous. I have one less ovary and a fallopian tube but, at least im feeling a lot better. THANKS, ILLY!!

[@maryalicesawesomevids]

Glad your feeling better

[@Everyonesaytouswoo.ah3987]

Hey army!

[@WishGender]

Congrats on being cancer free!

[@simmi6348]

omg... I can't imagine the things u had to go thru for 2 months...

[@pokemonacer]

I am so confused... what are they?

[@aycc-nbh7289]

As a male, my father told me that teenage girls get these pills because their fathers don’t exactly trust them. Thanks for sharing that there is an entirely different reason that involves a lot less mistrust, but I think that things like this should be more widely known.

[@hailmuse]

Yup there's many different reasons to go on BC In my family my mom and sister both got BC because they have anemia so heavy bleeding when your body can't get it back in place isn't ideal. For me it was also a blood thing but also scary things are happening in my state and I don't wanna take a chance of any abuse leading to my worst fear.

[@_ASMR._.Channel_]

I got my piried at 10 a

[@alexrogers777]

damn no offense but your father is kinda misogynist

[@vinni._.416]

@@_ASMR._.Channel_I got mine at 7

[@LunaticLoony]

​​@@_ASMR._.Channel_its period not piried

[@KenleyCrumley9]

I watched this video when I got my period at 10 and lord I was gonna cry, I was so scaredddd. I had a very heavy flow throughout my life and I still do, but seeing this as a kid really scared me, I’m glad it’s not as bad as I imagined, I still hated it lol.

[@avaibanez]

Thank you so much I got my peirod like fr 2 years ago and before it happend I remember watching your videos and I watched this one a lot so once I got my period I didn’t know how much this would save me!

[@beepbeeplettuce4892]

Really cool to see someone talk about this. Despite periods being a normal part of life it's still considered pretty 'taboo' to talk about so its really nice getting to hear someone else trying to normalize talking about periods and spreading helpful information to those of us going through the same thing

[@sleepdeprived5354]

My period was so heavy I got iron deficiency anemia. I was light headed, fatigued, my grades dropped, and it was also my first year in high school. The fatigue made it hard to talk /make friends, kinda important in freshman year. Oh yeah and my mom passed away so there was no one to tell me this wasn’t normal. Periods are great :D (srsly if you have symptoms ask ur doctor about it, it would have saved me a lot of trouble)

[@lovelyxrosez6589]

Oh my, I’m so sorry that happened to you! You’re so strong for going through all of that pain! I’m proud and hope your doing well!

[@sleepdeprived5354]

@@lovelyxrosez6589 I’m doing great now! Thanks for asking :) I just hope no one else has to experience it

[@amathescreaming]

@@sleepdeprived5354 I had anemia because of a heavy period too! It was to the point where I fainted 3 times before I had to go to the hospital and get a blood transfusion. Now, I’m fine and I just have to take iron tablets everyday!

[@beautiful..disaster]

I'm so glad I wasn't the only onee

[@wolfslayer7539]

That happened to me I'm still extremely dehydrated alot of the time

[@RandomMistyy]

Yo thanks for making this I haven't gotten. Mine yet and I needed explaining for things that would happen when I do

[@Niqua10023]

My little one and it's hard to more like the moments of her emotions and learning how this control it with it and such a young one. As a mother I tried. So I understand where she's coming from. We all been there but a lot of people don't understand and think somebody is crazy and especially her school is not very helpful all the time.

[@Kid15X]

As a girl without a uterus hearing about this kind of stuff is always really weird for me because for as many people with them who tell me "thank God you never have to deal with this it's the worst thing ever" part of me can't help but feeling like I'm missing out on a very formative experience that most other girls deal with. Either way I do my best to not let it get to me and try to remind myself that there's more to being a girl than bleeding every month. I'm really happy to see content creators like illy being willing to put themselves out there like this and talk about uncomfortable topics as it's super helpful for everyone, keep up the great work and I'll be here for you no matter what!

[@Starburst_Dreams]

sister, you are BLESSED to not have one of these things. I'm a dude with a uterus, my periods are hell. You ain't missing _shit-_ [unless you're a masochist /j]

[@Elliemaeggles]

Are you transgender?

[@Starburst_Dreams]

@@Elliemaeggles mhm! Nonbianary and masc

[@Starburst_Dreams]

Wait that wasn't directed at me whoops

[@ew6483]

@@Elliemaeggles They could be. Some cis women or intersex women just don’t have uteri for various reasons.

[@crisptomato9495]

It’s so refreshing to see someone talk about reproductive health and periods in such a down to earth, realistic, and hilariously accurate way. I totally feel you on the women’s health being in the Stone Age thing. I also got my period at 10 and had debilitating cramps like you but I kept getting put on different painkillers that wouldn’t work. I explained to my doctors that the painkillers didn’t help and they would basically just shrug or suggest I was taking them incorrectly. They refused to put me on the pill until a month before my 14th birthday, when I got the period from hell. I bled so much I almost needed a blood transfusion because my hemoglobin levels were so low (TMI: It was so bad I dyed an entire bathtub’s worth of water light red in under an hour lol). Even when I was finally given a prescription for birth control, the clinic doctor wrote it for a medication that had been banned in Canada for over a decade and my mom and I had to wait another two hours in the waiting room to get it fixed. All while I was still bleeding. Thank you for making this video, it’s so helpful for young girls to be aware of this stuff. I know I would have killed to watch this as a young teen. OH ALSO for people who want to stop their period with the pill, fun fact you can just skip the placebos and keep taking the Mike Wazowskis. Obviously talk to your doc first and you might experience some light breakthrough bleeding at the start but your periods should stop if you stop taking the placebos. There’s nothing medically harmful about not getting a period, that week of placebos was only added to the pill in order to appease the Catholic Church back when the medication was invented. Ok hope this helps and that your uteruses chill out.

[@MidnightDawn]

Hey! Just for the record your slightly wrong about the pills. You can absolutely skip the placebo week but about every three months or so you should have a period just to keep things clean and fresh in there. At least that's what my doctor said. But yea! No need to have a period every month.

[@arowace498]

@@MidnightDawn isn't that easily disproven by the other methods that stop your period with no side effects? What would be different about the pill that would necessitate a period?

[@MidnightDawn]

@@arowace498 I'm not really an expert on it so I don't really know. I just know that's what my doctor told me. Maybe because other methods only sometimes stop your period whereas this one always does?

[@arowace498]

@@MidnightDawn ​ @Midnight Dawn i'm not sure. For context, I'm a trans man and was on T for 2 years. T also completely stops one's period and, although there still needs to be research on how it effects the reproductive system, "keeping things fresh" in the uterus was never something that was posed as a risk. Although that's vague enough that i suppose it can mean many things. I've had to be off my hrt for a while and my cycle was consistent with my previous ones. I'm sure you can see where I'm skeptical of this but to be fair its possible that my endo simply didn't mention it. Trans people are always warned about the possibility of infertility and perhaps that fact is supposed to go hand in hand with it.

[@divine555]

You can't take birth control to fix your period that's abusing it

[@KINGhopper68]

I love you content ❤ and noticed the croods reference

[@starthamewart7916]

If people could hold in their periods, than what’s the point of feminine hygiene products??🤨 Anyways, very informational video, Illy! I’m appreciate you talking about subjects that need to be normalized

[@damnyou2586]

ye

[@Rosalie_YT]

Exactly!

[@Elbenson1083]

My mom teached me all of this when I was 10 years old (I'm a boy btw) because she said that's very important for me this topic to help me relate to girls and even help them and comprehend them and I really thanks my mom for teaching me this theme with no fear (my mom didn't care of taboos and talked about these tipe of topics naturally) and really helped me relate to girls a lot. Thanks mom. The reply section out of context is wild bruh.

[@one-onessadhalf3393]

Dang your mom is AWESOME

[@tnapeepeelu]

Same! Pretty good moms.

[@paigesamuel7701]

great job to your mom! that's honestly a great thing since a lot of mothers dont even bother to mention the word 'period' since they have a son rather than a daughter. they also expect the child's school to educated then which is almost never the case

[@unknownYTofficial-]

@@paigesamuel7701 true

[@bellalopez4610]

Taught* sorry this is for my own satisfaction :(

[@wolf123fun8]

9:51 J FRICKING LOVE THIS PART

[@Lilly-sy7wi]

Girl, you do not know how much I can feel your pain. I got my first period when I was in 5th grade too, and they NEVER had the "boys in one room girls in one room puberty talk" thing, so I never understood what was happening and I STILL DONT!!!! (I'm 13, btw). And most girls think its hard to be on their period, but let me tell u, most girls also don't get cramps so bad you can't even eat and have to use a heated ice pack to somewhat soothe the pain, most girls don't have very heavy flows, and, most importantly, MOST GIRLS DONT GET A FREAKING FEVER OF 102.7!!!! THE TEMP. OF WHICH U SHOULD GO TO THE HOSPITAL IS 103!!!!!!!!

[@Idk-raindrops]

A perk of having your period is that ALL the girls have your back. Even the ones that hate you. I once asked for a pad in a girls bathroom, even the girls who hated me all slid their pouches beneath the door of my bathroom stall. I had about 5 pouches full of feminine products in that moment, full of pads and tampons. Another time, a little 7th grader went back to her class for me, to grab me a pad after I bled through my undergarments. I didn't know this girl, didn't even know her name, but all I remember is that she was as cute as a button, and she saved my social life that day.

[@etherealeun_]

Wait thats so sweet

[@Idk-raindrops]

@@etherealeun_ it made me feel really good- even though it was just feminine products

[@YourdadL]

Exactly, I completely agree about the even the ones hate you. Because when I started my period, the only other person who had started ( I needed a pad ) was my bully, I told her and MIGHTY A FAXT WE ARE ON THE SAME SHEDULE. Anyways yea.

[@Idk-raindrops]

@@YourdadL i hope you two at least get along better

[@Brit_aesthetic21]

Bueno esperare el momento en que las personas que me odian me ayuden

[@larkspur1517]

as someone who was not born with a uterus, this was a really informative (and pretty funny) video! i had no idea that contraceptives are actually really important in managing periods

[@aceofmeya]

@lemonssssssss4 ok

[@crustycoochie]

@lemonssssssss4 wow spoilers

[@crustycoochie]

@lemonssssssss4 "grrrr" 💀

[@maxasourus]

YOU ARE SOOOOOO LUCKY YOU DON'T HAVE A UTARUS.

[@crustycoochie]

@@maxasourus utarus🤌💞

[@Yapping-froggy]

i got mine in 4th grade... YOU ARE NOT ALONE SISTER. oh, and i can relate to the heavy loads and cramps l, so i always have to change my pads 4 times a DAY. And a lot of times blood gets onto the chairs at school or on my sheets

[@irissmouter2129]

I am so happy that my period i almost nothing. It is 2-3 days and I dont have any cramps. I am so grateful about that. And sorry girlies who have it so much worse. Please stay strong girlies❤❤❤