i been having cramp every now and i want to kno if im getting my period and im 11 be the way

Okay so, cramps can totally mean your period is getting close, especially if you're 11 and other changes are happening. Lots of girls get cramps in their lower belly or back before or during their period, and it's a super common sign.

But here's the thing: cramps by themselves don't always mean your period is about to start tomorrow. Our bodies do all sorts of stuff as they get ready for that first period, and sometimes you can feel a little crampy just from all the changes happening inside. It's like your body is practicing! The first period, called menarche, usually happens about two years after your breasts start developing, and after you've had some white or yellowish discharge for a few months.

Other signs your period is getting close:

• Your breasts are developing and getting bigger.
• You're having a growth spurt and suddenly growing taller really fast.
• You've noticed some white or yellowish discharge in your underwear.

If you're wondering how close you are, there's a fun quiz on this site that helps you figure it out: how close is my first period?