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First Cycle questions....is It Safe for 11 Almost 12 Yr Old to Use Tampons, Etc?

My daughter is almost 12, and just received her very first visit from "Aunt Flo". She started at school, and I had to go and pick her up half-way through the day. She seems to have a VERY HEAVY flow (with some small clotts), and was wondering if this is normal for someone her age.......and is it safe for a girl her age to begin using tampons if she want to try them? I do not remember what mine was like (since it has been about two decades ago) when I first started. Should I be concerned with the heaviness of her flow? Also, if it is ok...

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My 4 month old was sick recently and I exclusively breastfed her while she...

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Thoughts on a Third Child

Hi. My husband and I have always wanted three children. We currently have 2 wonderful boys, ages 2 and 4. We like having our children close together in age, so the time to have a third is approaching. We've debated a lot--the extra work, the added costs, daycare, etc. There are lots of reasons on either side of the argument--all our family is far, far away (though we have built up a good support network). I guess I'd like to hear from those of you who had similar discussions--your thoughts, insights, decisions, regrets. Thanks! E.