My stomach is very bloated on period?

Question

I'm on my period. I think today is my 5th day. I think starting on the second day, my stomach started to blow up and I got a little fatter. My stomach wasn't as bloated as it is now before my period. I'm 13. Is it usual to have a bloated stomach and to get a little chubbier on periods or is it just because i'm getting fatter?

Answer 1

You're not getting fatter at all! It's completely normal to be bloated and feel fat during your period - you retain water, so in a way you're gaining the tiniest bit of weight that you'll lose once your period's over.  Nearly everyone feels this way - sometimes i'll feel so bloated i won't be able to fit into my jeans comfortably! =)  

Answer 2

No you're not getting fatter it's 100% normal to be bloated during your period.