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Just going through puberty? Wondering how to deal with it, and what to expect? Here are some steps and tips to help.



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    Understand that puberty happens to everyone. All your friends will be going through almost exactly the same things as you are. If you feel comfortable enough to talk about the changes with them, just go ahead, but remember that some people get embarrassed by this subject. If your friends seem uncomfortable , just change the subject.
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    Know that it will likely feel very strange to go through puberty. If you don't want to talk to parents or the school nurse, then think about buying a book, or getting a book from the library about puberty, and remember that the Internet is also a great source of information.
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    Be aware that if yours is the first voice to drop, or the first breasts to develop, that this is nothing to be upset about. All your friends and peers will eventually develop as well.
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    Expect to notice changes. You will sweat more than you previously did, and grow hair in many places. These are changes that occur as your body matures.
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    Remember to shower every day, and if you are a girl, remember to [wax your legs ]] and underarms. You may also want to trim your bikini line, to keep from having pubic hair hanging out of a swimsuit.
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    Know that your skin is changing and is influenced by hormonal changes, and this may cause you to get acne, or you may realize that your skin is becoming dry (or oily). Wash your face at least twice each day. Clearasil is a good product to use, and there are many other skin care products that offer relief for the skin problems you may experience. Girls should try exfoliating and moisturizing, too.
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    For girls when your breast is developing try getting bra fitted(measured) so that way it supports you once you get older.

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  • Puberty will probably start for you between the ages of 8 and 13. Your breasts will grow larger. That is totally normal. Also, one breast may start growing faster then the other. They will eventually even out, although they will never be exactly alike.
    • You will most likely get your period (a.k.a menstruation) between the ages of 8 and 16. This means that you will be able to have a baby. If your egg does not meet up with sperm from a man, then you get your period. Blood comes out of your vagina along with the egg. You cannot see the egg. It will last for about 3 to 7 days. You only lose about 1 cup of blood during each period. You will need a pad or a tampon. A tampon goes inside the vagina, and a pad sticks to your undies. Also, a warning for you girls: sometimes (like the first two or three times) your period will be slightly or completely brown. This is because for the first few months, your period will NOT be regular, this means the blood sits inside you for longer. This is normal so don't worry! For more information ask a parent or do your research.
  • You could wear leak-proof period panties that are comfortable and breathable. This will keep your clothes safe from embarrassing stains.


  • You will start puberty between the ages of 10 and 16. Your voice will start to crack. Usually, that means that your voice will become deeper.
  • You will see hair begin to appear under your arms, around your groin, and on your face, and hair on your arms, legs, and other areas of your body will become thicker and heavier.
  • Your penis and your testes will grow larger. You will start having erections. That means it will get stiff and hard. You will begin to produce sperm.


  • Although you may be tempted, do not shave your pubic regions - the hair here is curlier than your other pubic hair, and will probably become ingrown hairs. They will also become very prickly: in that area, this is not nice. If you must remove the hair, ask your parents if you can get it waxed.
  • Don't exfoliate every day, or your skin will get greasy. Try to do so about once (or maybe twice) a week
  • If you have shoulder length or longer hair, do not wash it every day or it will get dry and brittle. Every two or three days should do fine. For individuals with oily hair, daily washing may actually be needed, so you may chose to try different washing schedules to see what works for you.

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Categories: Puberty and Reproductive Health

Recent edits by: Chloe, Hellokitty1000, Oliver

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Español: Cómo lidiar con la pubertad, Português: Como Lidar com a Puberdade, Italiano: Come Affrontare la Pubertà, Deutsch: Mit der Pubertät umgehen, Русский: пережить период полового созревания


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