When should I talk to my daughter about puberty?

Talk to your kids about the changes their bodies will go through as they grow. Some girls start puberty at 8 years old, and some boys do by 9. So you may need to start these talks earlier than you think. Discuss the physical and emotional changes that come with puberty before they begin.

What age should I start talking to my daughter about puberty?

If you haven't already, start the talk early.

By the time a girl is 8 years old, she should know what bodily changes are associated with puberty. That may seem young, but consider this: some early bloomers are already wearing training bras at that age.

What are the first signs of puberty in a girl?

The earliest sign of puberty in most girls is the development of breast "buds," nickel-sized bumps under the nipple. It is not unusual for breast growth to start on one side before the other. It's also common for breast buds to be somewhat tender or sore.

How do I talk to my 9 year old about puberty?

What age should you learn about puberty?

Usually, puberty starts between ages 8 and 13 in girls and ages 9 and 15 in boys. This wide range in ages may help explain why some of your friends still look like young kids whereas others look more like adults.

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What foods cause early puberty?

High protein intake elevates IGF-1 levels and promotes growth, which could accelerate the onset of puberty. Poor diet. Children with lower-nutrient diets tend to enter puberty earlier. A diet rich in processed foods and meats, dairy, and fast food is disruptive to normal physical development.

How do I know if my daughter is getting her first period?

Discharge before first period. She'll start to experience vaginal discharge that will be either white or yellowish. She may want to start using Always Dailies to protect her underwear. Her first period should start within the next few months after the start of discharge.

Is it normal for a 9 year old to have a period?

When do periods start? Most young people will have their first periods when they're between 11 and 14½, but anywhere from 9-16 years is considered normal.

What grade do you learn about puberty in school?

Puberty: The Wonder Years for grade 5 teaches children about communication with trusted adults, the changes in puberty, personal hygiene, peer relationship skills, and interpretation of media messages. Read about helpful tools for sex educators, including those who teach about puberty.

What foods delay puberty?

Excessive eating of many processed, high-fat foods, may be the cause of this phenomenon. Overweight or obese children are more likely to enter puberty early. Some evidence suggests that obesity can accelerate the onset of puberty in girls and may delay the onset of puberty in boys.

What age do girls get breast buds?

The earliest physical change of puberty for girls is usually breast development, which most often begins around 10 or 11 years. But it's perfectly normal for breast development to start anytime between the ages of 7 and 13.

What do breast buds look like?

Breast buds are small disc-shaped rubbery lumps felt under the nipple. They are always normal. Nothing else looks like them. Breast buds have no risk of turning into cancer.

How do I prepare my daughter for puberty?

How do I talk to my 10 year old about periods?

Talk early and often

The earlier you begin talking to your child about the changes to expect during puberty, the better. Don't plan a single tell-all discussion. Instead, plan on a series of conversations. If your child asks questions about menstruation, answer them openly and honestly.

How do I talk to my daughter about pubic hair?

If you're not quite comfortable talking about puberty, practice what you want to say first. Let your child know that it may be a little uncomfortable, but it's important to talk about it. If there are questions or concerns about puberty and development that you can't answer, ask your child's doctor for advice.

Is 10 years old too early for period?

Most girls get their first period when they're around 12. But getting it any time between age 10 and 15 is OK.

Why did my daughter get her period so early?

If a girl starts menstruation at a young age, it's usually because the hormones in her body responsible for puberty are being produced earlier.

How long is puberty for a girl?

In girls, puberty usually begins between the ages of 9 and 14. Once it begins, it lasts about 2 to 5 years. But every child is different. And there is a wide range of what is “normal.” Your girl may begin puberty a little earlier or later and finish sooner or later than her friends.

How long after armpit hair does period start?

Armpit hair is self-explanatory. Any amount will do. At this point, a girl will probably start her periods within 3-6 months, if she hasn't already. It also occurs right after the growth spurt of adolescence.

What are symptoms of first period?

Can you delay early puberty?

Rarely, certain conditions, such as infections, hormone disorders, tumors, brain abnormalities or injuries, may cause precocious puberty. Treatment for precocious puberty typically includes medication to delay further development.

Why bra should not be worn at night?

There's nothing wrong with wearing a bra while you sleep if that's what you're comfortable with. Sleeping in a bra will not make a girl's breasts perkier or prevent them from getting saggy. And it will not stop breasts from growing or cause breast cancer.

What does a girl's breast feel like?

Normal breast tissue often feels nodular (lumpy) and varies in consistency from woman to woman. Even within each individual woman, the texture of breast tissue varies at different times in her menstrual cycle, and from time to time during her life.

How can I slow down my daughter's puberty?