How do I talk to my mum about puberty?
Think about questions to ask her. Have an idea of how you can bring up the subject. This doesn’t have to be an elaborate ruse – simply saying “Mom, I want to ask you about puberty” will bring up the subject in a simple, matter-of-fact way. Think about why you’re talking to her.
How do you tell your parents you hit puberty?
Here are some tips to start the conversation:
- Give them a heads-up ahead of time that you want to talk.
- It’s okay to tell them if you feel nervous.
- Think of questions you want to ask and write them down first.
- If you feel more comfortable asking questions about your body or sexual health over email or text, go for it!
Who should I ask about puberty?
Some girls talk to a teacher, a school nurse or their doctor, and that’s perfectly fine too. As long as you talk with someone you know has experience, you should be just fine. Once you decide who you want to talk to, you’ll want to choose the right time.
How do you inform puberty?
Puberty in Girls
- Breast Growth. Breast growth is usually the first sign of puberty and can happen between the ages of 8 and 16.
- Menstruation.
- Increase in Height and Weight.
- Increase in Body Hair.
- Mood Swings.
- Testicle Growth.
- Increase in Height and Weight.
- Increase in Body Hair.
What is the hardest part of puberty?
The kids are seeing and feeling their body change. It is a gradual take away from that childlike stature of theirs and they don’t know how to react to it. Often in some cases as a result of hormonal imbalances, one even tends to see their body growing disproportionately, and that becomes the greatest challenge of all.
What food is good for puberty?
Protein-rich foods include lean meat, fish, chicken, eggs, beans, lentils, chickpeas, tofu and nuts. These foods are important for your child’s growth and muscle development, especially during puberty.