Periods are for cool people.

Some of the most awesome people in the world have/ had periods just like you girls.

Beyonce has a period.

Madame Curie had a period.

Mother Theresa had a period.

Audrey Hepburn had a period.

Eleanor Roosevelt had a period.

Amelia Earhart had a period. 

  

(You see where I am going with this…?)

 Periods are natural, half the world has them.

JK Rowling has a period

Emma Watson has a period

Kim Kardashian has a period

Marilyn Monroe had a period….

Teachers, doctors, ballerinas, they all get it!

Their not icky, or disgusting, or a curse. They’re completely normal!

Fast Glamor!

Since I consider myself the resident beauty guru... ;-)  here are some tricks to help you look fabulous in only FIVE quick steps. Perfect for a school morning to look healthy, fresh, and glowing without trying to hard.

1. First, focus on your SKIN: moisturize, apply face powder, concealer, and blush. You'll have that flawless look in no time.

2. Time for the EYES. Swipe some mascara on, line your eyes, and apply a shimmery eyeshadow if desired.

3. Don't forget to add lip gloss! While you're doing that, add a spritz of your favorite perfume so you smell as gorgeous as you look.

4. Smooth some de-frizzing product into your hair, then put it into a chic side braid, or another variation such as: a messy bun, two ponytails, a french braid, a really high ponytail or bun, or just throw in a headband. Even if you're having a bad hair day, no one will be able to tell since you have such a cute 'do.

5. Finally, brush your teeth so they shine, add your favorite pair of earrings that match your shoes (or something), and you're ready to head out the door!

instant GLAMOR!

love ya, dah-lings!!

Alli

Managing Your Time... With Everything Life Throws At You

Hey Girls! I know it's been waaaay too long since I've last posted, but it was mainly because I wasn't managing my time well! So here's to you, the girl who does EVERYTHING and is yet to stay organized!!

BUY A PLANNER
I swear this is the best thing for you. Yes, the calendar in your phone is great, but a daily or weekly planner is a must. You can write out assignments for any classes you may be taking, and be able to delegate enough time to make sure they get done and get done on time- without cramming that book report in at 11:00p.m. on a school night! Then, once you've got everything in for school write down any chores you might need to get done- like walk Fido or take the trash out on garbage night. Then lastly, make sure you leave yourself some free time to talk to friends or go to the movies on a Friday night :)

PRIORITIZE
Well, now that you've bought this (hopfully stylish) planner, you're probably wondering how you even use it! Thats where learning how to prioritize and put the must-do's before the want-to-do's. Here's  the system I like to use. 
A= Must-do, like a math assignment due the next day, it's urgent and must get done now or else there may be consequences (like a bad grade)!
B= Should-do, like work on the book report due Friday, it's something you should work on, but isn't due tomorrow but still needs to be done.
and lastly,
C= Want-to-do, like go to the movies with your boyfriend, read your favorite book, or watch your show on TV. It's something you'd like to do but you don't NEED to do (even if you really want to, you're A's and B's come first!).

By writing out your A's first and then B's and then C's you can get what must be done done and then work on your B's. This way if there's any time leftover, you can use it for your things ranked C. Though, always remember to designate time for sleep, meals, and some downtime for your brain so you don't get too stressed out!

HAVE A FILING SYSTEM
It may sound cheesy, but we all know technology is great in its own way, but pen and paper can't crash like a phone or computer. Though, with a filing system, you should definately keep it organized. An "in-box" is a great way of keeping everything together that needs to be filed, but what do you do when that "in-box" gets out of control? Well, you file it! Hanging files are a great way to keep instruction manuals, medical documents, bills, etc, all in one place and at your fingertips. However, priortitzing what gets filed is also a problem. Your light bill due Monday probably shouldn't get filed away but instead stay by your checkbook and stamps to get paid. The copy of the bill or recipts are a good idea to file until you are sure they are paid. Then, recycle and keep tidy the rest of youre important papers!

Alright girls, off for dinner! Hope this helps!
Amii

Products that actually work- all for $20 or less

Sometimes you just want a product that works, works fast, and isn't complicated. So, Ive compliled a great list of must-haves that really work:

For acne:
~ Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash- It clears up blemishes and isn't harsh on the skin, great for everyday use and for around $5

For hair:
~John Freida defrizzer creame- only about $5 and keeps those flyaways tamed
~ Bed Head-

For lips:
~Burts Bee's lip balm- pomegranate, mango, pineapple.... so many choices for around $4


Those are my quick tips for now! Hope you enjoyed!

xxx
Amii

What to Wear During your Period

Ok, so it's the week of your period, and you're trying to decide what to wear to school this morning. It can be hard to know if what you wear will be comfy, guard against leakage, and not give you a VPL (Visible Pad Line- ew!), so here are some suggestions of what to steer clear of and what works well during that time of the month.

 

UNDERWEAR

Unless you wear tampons, thongs are not a good option. Pads typically won't stick to a thong, and you will have leakage. When wearing a pad, boyshorts can also be difficult to wear, as many pads with wings don't fit as well into them. I recommend bikini underwear. You should also steer clear of your favorite cute panties, in case of accidents.  You can buy cheap underwear from places like Wal-Mart or Target, and keep those handy for that time of the month.

PANTS vs. SKIRTS/DRESSES

When you wear tighter fitting pants, you don't have to worry about pads shifting as much as when you have on a skirt. However, I've successfully worn both without much of a problem. It's really personal preference when it comes to skirts vs. pants. If you wear leggings, make sure whatever you have over them is long enough. Leggings are NOT pants, especially during your menstrual cycle, where the outline of a pad can be seen if you're wearing something too tight or clingy. Take a good look int he mirror before you go out in public, just to be on the safe side.

SHIRTS
Long shirts and tunics, for sure, are something I like to wear during my period. That way, in the unlikely case that I leak through my pants, I have a shirt that will cover my butt until I can change. Severe leaks like that aren't common, but having a long shirt definitely helps me feel less self conscious.

COLORS

You don't have to have to have to wear dark colored pants or skirts during your period, but it does help many girls to feel more confident! If you wear white or other light colors on the bottom, you might be worrying about leaks a lot more. I feel more secure when I wear dark or black jeans and skirts, so I recommend you try that out, especially on the heavier days of your cycle.

I hope these tips helped you out! What do you like to wear during your period? Leave me a comment and let me know!

Love,

Alli

How to Turn Down a Guy

Ok, you can tell he likes you. It doesn't matter if he looks at you a lot, says "hi" all the time, asked you out, etc. That's great if you totally like him back, but what if you don't? I have plenty of experience myself with this, so here are some suggestions for dealing with unwanted, unrequited crushes.

Ignoring him might not be the best option
Ignoring him won’t make his crush go away. If you’re not really friends and there’s no reason for you to talk to him, then you can be brief with him. Don’t return his stares with smiles and don’t start conversations with him. I have a girlfriend who's afraid to tell a guy how she feels because she's almost too nice- she doesn't want to hurt any feelings. Neither do you, but c'mon- you don't want to give him the wrong idea!!! Guys will get the impression that you like them if you talk to them all the time too.

If you are friends and he tells you how he feels, you two need to have a talk. If you still want to be friends with him, make sure to tell him that, too.

Put yourself in his shoes. If you liked him and he wasn’t interested in you in "that" way, you’d want him to tell you that instead of ignoring you or acting like a jerk.

Be honest

Coming right out and saying, "I like you as a friend" can prevent a lot of miscommunication and embarrassment. You might think it’s easier for him if you lie and say you have a boyfriend, say you're busy this weekend, or give some other excuse. But eventually, he will most likely find out and be even more hurt.

Don’t lead him on

Sure, you might be flattered that someone likes you, even if you don’t like him back, but don’t lead him on so that you feel better about yourself. This can only lead to bad feelings and is unfair to him. Please don't be tempted to use this guy.

What to do if his actions make you feel uncomfortable/he’s become obsessive

If you feel like he’s starting to stalk you—that is, following you around or calling you a lot when you’ve made it clear that you’re not interested—talk to your parents or another trusted adult about it. You shouldn’t have to feel uncomfortable or unsafe because of someone else’s feelings toward you. Don't feel guilty about doing this if it's for your protection.

Those are all my tips. Good luck, ladies! I hope the guy of your dreams falls in love with you too, not just all these guys you don't like so much. ;-)

If you have any questions or comments about this topic, you can leave a comment below (feel free to do so anonymously) or email us at GirlTalkTime@yahoo.com.

Love,

Alli

You're Not Alone

If you're one of those girls who doesn't like talking about your body, or you feel gross when you're having your period, or you feel like no one understands you and what you're going through... please remember:

You're not alone.

Puberty, menstruation, and the "joys" that go along with it are perfectly normal. They mean your body is healthy. Even if you aren't happy about it at the time, it is a good thing. Don't forget that every girl has gone through the same thing as you. Every woman you see is probably either menstruating, or will be in the next 2 weeks.  Supermodels get their periods, celebs get it, your teachers get it... all women go through this.

Roughly 334 million women all over the world are all menstruating at the same time you are.

I hope this helped.

Love always,
~Alli