How can you get your period earlier?

Can your teen induce a period?

Quick summary

• Teens sometimes hope to start their periods early to avoid disruption during holidays or big events
• In reality, there’s no proven way to make a period come faster naturally
• Encouraging your teen to track their cycle using luna can help them feel more prepared and in control

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Why your teen might want their period to come early

Maybe there's a school trip coming up, or they’ve got a big social event, and they’re hoping their period won’t get in the way. 

This is a really common concern – especially for teens who are still adjusting to how their cycle works and how it affects their life.

At luna, we get regular questions from teens asking whether they can bring on their period early.

As a parent, it can be helpful to understand what’s realistic, what isn’t, and how to support your teen in feeling more in control of their cycle.

Can you make your period start earlier, naturally?

The short answer is: not really.

There’s no scientifically proven way to make a period start sooner using natural methods.

Your teen might hear advice online about certain foods, vitamins, teas or workouts. 

But while things like stretching or relaxing might reduce stress (which can delay periods), they don’t actually cause a period to come earlier.

It’s completely normal to want to avoid the discomfort of bleeding during a holiday or event, but unfortunately, there’s no DIY fix.

What about getting a first period earlier?

Some teens wonder if they can bring on their first period faster, especially if they feel like they’re “behind” friends or peers.

It’s important to know:

• A first period will begin when their body is ready
• It usually starts 2 years after signs of puberty (like breast development or discharge)
• It’s normal to start periods anywhere between ages 8 and 17

You might want to prepare them with a small first period kit that includes pads, spare underwear, and pain relief – so they feel more ready for whenever it begins.

👉 If your teen hasn’t shown signs of puberty by age 13, or hasn’t started their period by age 15, it’s worth speaking to a doctor for guidance.

How your teen can feel more in control of their period

If your teen is worried about their period interfering with plans, planning ahead is key. 

You can support them by encouraging:

• Cycle tracking: tools like the luna app can help them understand when their period might start and how their body feels at different points in the cycle
• Packing ahead: keeping pads, tampons, or period pants in a bag, just in case
• Trying new products: if they want to swim while on their period, period swimwear or tampons may help them feel more comfortable

These small steps build confidence and give them a sense of control, even if they can’t change the timing.

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Can hormonal birth control help adjust periods?

In some cases, hormonal medication can help shift or delay a period. 

But this is something that must be discussed with a doctor as it isn’t always necessary or appropriate.

If your teen is frequently impacted by their cycle – for example, if they experience severe pain, very heavy bleeding, or irregular cycles – it may be worth having a conversation with their doctor.

So, can you get your period earlier?

No. There’s no natural way to make your period come earlier, even if the internet suggests otherwise.

As a parent, the most helpful thing you can do is guide your teen toward understanding their body, planning ahead, and building confidence.