Tip. 1  Trim boxwood hedges a few times during the growing season to prevent damage to the plant. 2  Thin out boxwood hedges to keep them in their natural state.  Consider making the top of the hedge slightly thinner than the bottom to allow more sunlight and moisture to reach the lower branches.
Physical symptoms that may occur prior to a period include abdominal pain and bloating, tender breasts, headaches, swelling of the hands or feet, nausea and weight gain. Pain in the joints or back can also occur before a period begins. Cramps, which can be painful, signifies that menstrual bleeding is imminent.
It's OK if they're mild, but see your doctor if they're really bad. Many teen girls and women get cramps for a few days when their period starts. You feel this as achy muscles below the belly button and sometimes in your low back. That's a side effect of a hormone called prostaglandin. Mild pain is no cause for worry.