Understanding Puberty

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Understanding Puberty

• Caroline Chang, MD

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What is it?

• Your body changes from being a child to an adult
  (akayou can have a baby)

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What causes it?
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When does it start?

• Girls-ages 9-14
• Boys-ages 10-17
• Varies based on weight, race, genetics

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How do I know when its happening?

• Look for changes in your body

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Like What?

• Breast development
• Growth spurt
• Change in body shape
• Change in sweat glands
• Pubic/armpit hair
• Vaginal discharge/menstruation
• Changes in emotions

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