Puberty
Pimples. Bigger breasts. Body hair. Moody moments. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re likely on the path of puberty. It’s a road everyone travels, and it certainly has its bumps. But it’s also an amazing time. Puberty is when you start making the change from being a child to being an adult. And it’s when your body develops the ability to have a baby. It all happens thanks to changing hormones, or natural body chemicals. With everything that’s changing, life can feel a little overwhelming. But you can feel more in control if you take good care of your body. Knowing what to expect can help too, so keep reading.
If you’re developing slower or faster than you think you should, your body may just be changing at its own natural rate. But if you’re concerned, you doctor can check whether a medical problem is involved
- For girls, one of the first signs of puberty usually is starting to have larger breasts.
- Getting your period (menstruation) usually happens last, around two years after breast growth starts.
- In between, you’ll probably start to see more hair in places like under your arms and in your pubic area.
If you’re developing slower or faster than you think you should, your body may just be changing at its own natural rate. But if you’re concerned, you doctor can check whether a medical problem is involved