There are certainly many different opinions about whether or not a young girl, who is just beginning to have menstrual periods, should be encouraged to use a tampon. These concerns stem from different places. Here are three of the more common ones. The chemicals in…
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Your Daughter’s First “Crush”
April 26, 2017
I thought the most surprising question to ask a mom of a 9-year-old daughter is “Did you know your daughter is probably already in puberty?” The response of disbelief has certainly been greater than I expected. But I have a feeling that asking a mom…
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How to Teach Your Daughter About Puberty | Lesson 1 – The Basics
May 6, 2016
On a beautiful spring afternoon, you and your 10-year old daughter have escaped the chaos of home to enjoy some time together in your favorite park. You are captivated by the hilarious stories she is telling you about her friends and marveling at the dreams…
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Body Odor! An Early Puberty Sign for Boys and Girls
May 26, 2015
The biological process of puberty makes a quiet entrance into a child’s life in many ways, except for changes in how they SMELL! Interestingly, the hormone that has a big effect on the skin, in both boys and girls, is a form of testosterone. There…
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