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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Feeding & Eating
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Growing Up
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Growth
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Learning & Play
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Medical Care
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Movement
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
Reviewed by:
Senses
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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Sleep
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty
Today, kids are exposed to so much information about sex and relationships on Internet that by the time they approach grow. Since the toddler years, your child has been asking you questions. And most of your discussions probably come about as the result of these inquiries.
It's important to answer your child's questions about puberty honestly and openly - but you shouldn't necessarily wait for your child to come to you to initiate a discussion. By the time a child is age 8, he or she should know what physical and
With girls, it's imperative that parents periods. If they are unaware of what's happening, girls can be frightened by the sight and location of blood. Most girls get their first period when they are 12 or 13 years old, although some get it as early as age 8 and others get it as late as age 16.
On average, boys begin going through puberty a little later than girls, usually around age 11 or 12. But they may begin to develop sexually or have their first ejaculation without looking older or developing facial hair first.
Just as it helps adults to know what to expect with changes such as
| Questions |
Answers
|
| What is this hard lump in my breast? |
Girls may notice small, sometimes tender, lumps beneath their nipples as their breasts are beginning to develop. This is perfectly normal. The firmness and tenderness will go away in time as the breasts continue to enlarge.
|
| Why are my breasts so small (or so large)? |
Breast size is hereditary, and your daughter needs to be reassured that, big or small, all breasts are beautiful. Size won't affect your daughter's attractiveness or her ability to breast-feed if she becomes a mother.
|
| Why is my penis so small (or so large)? |
With boys, the focus can be on the penis. It's important to reassure your son that the size of the penis when erect has nothing to do with the size of the penis when it's not.
|
| Why don't I have pubic hair yet? |
Everyone develops pubic hair, although some teens are hairier than others and some get it later than others. Just as with breast size or height, the amount or thickness of pubic hair is an individual trait.
|
| I'm a boy, so why am I getting breasts? |
Some boys experience temporary breast growth during puberty. The condition, called gynecomastia, is caused by some hormones produced by the testicles during puberty. It usually disappears, often within a few months to 1 year. |
| Why haven't I gotten my period yet? |
As with all of the changes in puberty, periods come at different times for different girls. Some girls may not get their periods until they are 16 years old. This is usually normal, although it can be tough for them when all of their friends have already gotten their periods. |
Tips for Talking
Let your child know that you're available any time to talk, but it's also important that you make time to talk. Just as it can be embarrassing or difficult for you to talk about these sensitive topics, your child may hesitate to go to you. As a parent, it's your job to try to discuss puberty - and the feelings associated with those changes - as openly as possible with your child.
It can be made easier if you're confident that you know the subject matter. First, before you answer your child's questions, make sure your own questions about puberty have been answered. If you're not entirely comfortable having a conversation about puberty with your child, practice what you want to say first or ask your child's teacher for advice. Let your child know that it's a little uncomfortable for you, but it's an important talk to have.
If your child continues to have questions or concerns about pubertal development that you can't answer, a visit to your child's doctor may help provide reassurance.
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