Hi, there, thanks for your great questions :) Hi there Yes, this can be completely normal. Many people notice vaginal discharge months or even a year or two before their first period starts. Discharge is your body’s way of cleaning and protecting the vagina, and it’s often one of the early signs that your hormones are changing and your body is preparing for menstruation. As long as the discharge is white or clear and doesn’t have a strong smell or cause itching or burning, it’s usually nothing to worry about. The redness and bumps you’re describing after shaving are very common. The skin around the vulva is very sensitive, and shaving can easily cause irritation, small cuts, or ingrown hairs. The best thing to do now is leave the area alone for a while so it can heal. Wear loose clothing and cotton underwear, gently wash with water when you shower, and avoid shaving again until the skin settles. A cool compress or soft cloth with cool water can help calm the skin, and letting the area breathe when you can may reduce irritation. Try to avoid perfumed soaps, wipes, or creams, as these can make soreness worse. It’s also worth knowing that you don’t need to remove pubic hair for hygiene. Hair doesn’t cause discharge to build up, and your body is very good at keeping itself clean. The idea that hair needs to be removed usually comes from social trends and media rather than health reasons. If you prefer things to feel a bit tidier, a safer option can be carefully trimming longer hair with small scissors or a body trimmer, rather than shaving the skin itself. If the bumps become very painful, start oozing, or the discharge changes to a strong smell, yellow or green colour, or causes itching, it would be a good idea to see a doctor or nurse just to check everything is okay. Otherwise, what you’re describing sounds like a normal part of your body growing and changing. All the best. Lots of love, Aunty Hilda xox