Puberty

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Puberty signs and stages for girls

Natural as it is, puberty can make us wonder if the changes we’re going through are normal. They all start when our brains trigger the release of hormones in our ovaries, but what is supposed to happen next? Let’s take a look at what puberty could mean for you.
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Understanding the hormonal phases of your menstrual cycle

It’s day one of your menstrual cycle and you’re so tired that even the idea of getting out of bed has you hitting the snooze button. Only 2 weeks later, your mood has lifted and life doesn’t seem all that bad. Sound familiar? Welcome to the hectic world of hormones.
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How hormones affect you

Hormones come hand in hand with growing up and sometimes get a bad rap. But what are they exactly and how do they work? Let’s take a closer look at each of the main hormones in puberty (that’s oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone) to find out more.
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Let’s talk about boobs and nipples

They bounce around, grow, shrink, swell, change colour, suddenly become pointy and sometimes feel sore. Boobs and nipples are wonderful parts of our body and it's time we openly talk about them! Let’s take a further look at their connection to our menstrual cycle and other causes for their changes.
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Let’s talk about body image and objectifying

Everyone has to navigate how they feel about their own body image. It’s just a part of being human.
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All you need to know about pubic hair

Everyone has hair around their intimate area. But what is it and why is it there?
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How puberty changes your body

Around the time your periods start, your body goes through a whole load of changes. Collectively, these are known as puberty.
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Mood swings – and how to cope with them

As you’ve possibly noticed, puberty and emotional changes go hand in hand.
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Teenage low self-esteem

There’s no two ways about it: puberty is tough. But it’s challenging for a number of reasons, and they’re not all period-related.

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