CAN A PREGNANT WOMAN GET HER PERIOD?
Good question! I used to ask myself this question when I was your age, and I’m sure others do as well. A pregnant woman doesn’t…
IT’S MY FIRST PERIOD, WHAT DO I DO?
When you get your first period, don’t panic! Want to know why? It’s totally normal. Every girl gets a menstrual period, so don’t feel frustrated…
CAN I BE INFECTED IF THERE WAS NO BLOOD TRANSFERRED DURING SEX?
First, let me tell you that you will not be infected during every kind of sexual intercourse. It depends on how you did it. There…
HEALTHY EATING
A healthy diet is important for everyone. That’s why Ni Nyampinga talked with Devotha, a nutritionist at the Rwampara Health Centre. She told us that…
HOW TO WEAR A SCARF
When it’s cold, it’s a good idea to wear warm clothes. One item of clothing you might put on is a scarf. Here are three…
THE RIGHT SOURCE
Like any other young person, you might sometimes have questions about how your body is changing, your health, sex, and relationships but might not know…
LIFE FREE FROM CERVICAL CANCER
Hello, our beloved Ni Nyampingas! The time is coming for all 12-year-old girls in Rwanda to get the cervical cancer vaccine. You’ve sent us messages…
INVEST IN YOURSELF, INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
hat kind of investment can a Ni Nyampinga like you make, taking into account your financial situation? This is the big question asked by those…
PUBERTY DURING MY TIME
Ni Nyampinga spoke with Rachel who is 70 years old and from Mukamira in the Nyabihu district about what going through puberty was like when…
WE ARE NI NYAMPINGA
Ni Nyampinga brought all the thoughts, drawings and crafts from girls to Angel Uwamahoro, the poet who later created this poem entitled “We are Ni…
TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY
You’re probably already in the early stages of puberty, so there’s a good chance you’ve already started your period. If you haven’t, you can still…
WHY YOU SHOULD NURTURE FRIENDSHIP
Having friends is extremely important and can make your life better in many ways. If you’re feeling upset about something, your friends can help you…
CREATIVITY: A SECRET TO HAPPINESS
Creativity requires determination, courage and talent. It can be a source of happiness and a great way to express your ideas. Ni Nyampingas Mukeshimana and…
IS IT NORMAL TO WANT A BOYFRIEND?
This is such a common question I get and let me start by assuring you that this is totally normal for someone your age. Your…
