Let Her Know It's Normal: A Tween’s Guidebook on Navigating Puberty Changes and Body Care for Girls

By Elaine D.

As girl tweens reach puberty, grow up, and mature, they undergo unique challenges and scary experiences as their bodies changes in puberty.

Let Her Know It's Normal is a puberty book for girls and parents who would love to learn all there is to know about the changes to their bodies and adjusting healthily to these new changes.

 

This female tween guidebook explores the many changes and experiences that come with puberty.

 

Here is a quick expose of what you'll find inside this guide:

• An introduction to puberty and body care for girl tweens  
• A look-in on teenage acne for girl tweens as they approach puberty
• Exposure to everything about menstruation incl. menstrual hygiene, menstrual cramps, and keeping track of your period
• An expert guide on the vagina, vagina puberty changes, and extensive vagina healthcare
• Exploring teenage virginity
• Puberty breast development stages and adolescent breast care
• Facial and general hair growth and care for girl tweens
• A detailed look into general health and personal hygiene

This puberty book for girls is an essential guide for girl tweens, giving expert insights and answers to some of the scariest puberty questions.

 

Click "Buy Now" to get all the guidance you need as you grow and experience puberty!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Elaine D.
• Release date: May 10, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223804505

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A Tween’s Guidebook on Navigating Puberty Changes and Body Care for Girls

By

Elaine D.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PUBERTY AND BODY CARE GUIDE FOR GIRLS

INTRODUCTION

PUBERTY IN GIRLS

GIRLS' PUBERTY STAGES:

TEENAGE ACNE FOR GIRLS

HOW TO TREAT ACNE (Teenage Girls)

MENSTRUATION

WHAT IS MENSTRUATION?

WHAT DOES A MENSTRUAL PERIOD FEEL LIKE?

HOW LONG DOES A PERIOD LAST?

WHAT IS OVULATION?

PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)

SYMPTOMS OF PMS

CAUSES OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

WHAT DO YOU USE ON MENSTRUAL DAYS?

HOW TO USE PADS

HOW TO USE TAMPONS

HOW TO USE MENSTRUAL CUPS

HOW TO USE PERIOD UNDERWEAR

MENSTRUAL HYGIENE TIPS

BAD MENSTRUAL HYGIENE HABITS AND ITS EFFECT

IMPORTANCE OF MENSTRUAL HYGIENE

IRREGULAR PERIODS

WHAT CAUSES IRREGULAR PERIODS?

TREATMENT

WHEN TO CONSULT A DOCTOR

MENORRHAGIA (HEAVY PERIOD)

MENORRHAGIA SYMPTOMS

MENORRHAGIA CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS

TREATMENT OF MENORRHAGIA

COMPLICATIONS OF MENORRHAGIA

MENSTRUAL CRAMPS

HOW TO REDUCE MENSTRUAL PAIN

HOW TO FEEL BETTER DURING YOUR PERIOD

EXERCISES TO PERFORM DURING PERIODS

BENEFITS OF EXERCISING DURING PERIODS

EXERCISES TO DO WHEN MENSTRUATING

HOW TO PERFORM SAFE POSES

EXERCISES TO AVOID DURING PERIODS

FOODS TO EAT AND AVOID DURING YOUR PERIOD

FOOD TO EAT

FOODS TO AVOID

MENSTRUAL HYGIENE

WHAT TO USE DURING MENSTRUATION

POOR MENSTRUAL HYGIENE PROBLEMS

HOW TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR PERIOD

COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWER ABOUT MENSTRUAL HYGIENE FOR GIRLS

THE VAGINA

WHAT IS A VAGINAL?

WHY IS MY VAGINA ITCHY?

VIRGINITY

WHAT IS VIRGINITY?

HYMEN

HYMEN AND VIRGINITY FACTS: THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HYMEN BREAKAGE

KNOWING COMMON VAGINAL ODORS

VAGINA YEAST INFECTION: CAUSES AND SYMPTOMS

YEAST INFECTION CURE AND TREATMENT

WHAT IF MY VAGINA SMELLS BAD DURING MY PERIOD?

WHAT IS VAGINAL DISCHARGE?

TYPES OF DISCHARGE

VAGINA DOUCHING

DANGERS OF DOUCHING

MYTHS ABOUT DOUCHING

BREAST CHANGES AND DEVELOPMENT

PUBERTY BREAST DEVELOPMENT STAGES

BREAST PROBLEMS DURING PUBERTY

KEEPING BREASTS HEALTHY

ADOLESCENT BREAST CARE

HOW TO GET RID OF SORE BREASTS FOR TEENAGERS

RECOGNIZING SERIOUS CONDITIONS

BRAS FOR TEENAGERS

WHAT KINDS OF BRAS TEENAGERS SHOULD WEAR?

HOW TO MEASURE YOUR BRA SIZE FOR THE BEST FIT

HOW TO MEASURE THE SIZE OF YOUR BRA

SOLVING COMMON FITTING PROBLEMS

HOW TO SELECT THE PERFECT BRA

ENSURING A GOOD FIT

CHOOSING THE RIGHT STYLE

HOW TO PUT ON A BRA

HOW TO MAINTAIN A GOOD FACIAL CARE ROUTINE

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR FACE

ROUTINE FOR GENERAL HAIR CARE

TEENAGE HAIR CARE SUGGESTIONS

HOW TO KEEP YOURSELF CLEAN DURING PUBERTY

HEALTHY PERSONAL ROUTINE

HOW TO CONTROL BODY ODOR

CONCLUSION

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

REFERENCES AND CITATION

PUBERTY AND BODY

CARE GUIDE FOR GIRLS

INTRODUCTION

Little girls will mature into young ladies. A girl will go through puberty during this growing year and notice various changes, particularly in her physical appearance. Their bodies will go through numerous changes as they mature into young women. Girls should not be concerned about these changes because they are normal. These physical changes will occur in all girls. Puberty in girls is, in fact, one of the most anticipated events in a young girl's life.

Girls will take several years to reach puberty. During this time, girls undergo physical and emotional changes entirely out of control. This is because the body produces hormones and chemicals that cause changes.

Puberty is normal, and this book will help you transition from girl to lady. This book will teach you everything you need to know about puberty, body care, and how to become a successful lady!

What is puberty?

Puberty is a series of events that result in the development of adult physical characteristics and the ability to reproduce. Changes in the pituitary hormone levels, luteinizing hormone, and follicle-stimulating hormone regulate these physical changes. These hormone levels are high at birth but gradually decrease over several months and remain low until puberty.

The amount of luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormones increases at the start of puberty, stimulating the production of sex hormones. Increased levels of sex hormones (primarily estrogen) cause physical changes such as breast, ovarian, uterine, and vaginal maturation. During puberty, these changes usually occur sequentially, leading to sexual maturity.

Puberty affects everyone, but everyone experiences it differently. It can be an exciting journey but also frightening if you don't know what's around every corner. Knowing what changes to expect can help you cope with them.

What is going on with me?

Things can change so quickly and dramatically during puberty that you may wonder what's going on and if what you're experiencing is normal. Remember that being normal does not always imply being like everyone else. Normal encompasses a wide range of concepts. Everyone (including you) has their own sense of normal.

Some of us may notice that our bodies are changing or developing unexpectedly. It may not feel great, but it is not uncommon.

PUBERTY IN GIRLS

Puberty is when children's bodies begin to mature and develop into young adults. Puberty usually starts between the ages of 8 and 13 for girls. A girl's gonads (ovaries) and adrenal glands (glands above the kidneys) release hormones as she enters puberty. These hormones are responsible for the onset of puberty symptoms such as breast development, body odor, armpit hair, pubic hair, and acne (pimples). Later signs of puberty, such as a growth spurt followed by menstruation, will occur in girls over time.

What is precocious puberty?

The first signs of puberty appear before the age of eight, which is referred to as precocious puberty. This could be normal, but it should be evaluated by a pediatric endocrinologist (hormone doctor).

When does puberty start?

Puberty typically begins between the ages of 8 and 13 and lasts several years. This is the stage of your body's development and maturation. Puberty prepares your body for motherhood. Hormones, naturally occurring substances in your body, are responsible for the changes.

As puberty progresses, you will notice physical and emotional changes. These changes may make you feel overwhelmed at times. This is entirely normal, but puberty is also an exciting time, so it's critical to maintain a positive attitude.

Puberty may begin before the age of eight if you are overweight and begin later if you are very athletic or undersized. The most important thing to remember is that everyone is unique, and puberty will begin at the appropriate time for your body, which may differ from that of other girls in your family. However, consult your doctor if you haven't developed breasts or had your first period by 12. Consult your gynecologist if this makes you feel more at ease.

Puberty is an exciting time of transition. The more you understand your body, the more confident you'll be in your body (and mind!) as you mature.

What are the puberty stages?

So, we've outlined the stages of puberty in girls for you, so you know what stage you're in and what to expect next. So you can go through puberty with peace of mind and confidence.

Most girls reach puberty around the age of ten. Some girls, however, begin puberty earlier or later, which is normal. The majority of girls start puberty around the same age as their mothers. So, ask your mother when she went through these changes to get an idea of when you can expect to go through them.

For most girls, puberty ends around the age of 16.

GIRLS' PUBERTY STAGES:

Physical Stage

One of the first changes you may notice during puberty is the growth of your hands and feet, which may cause you to feel clumsy while the rest of your body catches up. Your maximum growth rate will most likely occur two years after puberty begins. After the main growth spurt, you can only grow 5 to 7.5 cm taller. During a growth spurt, you may gain weight, particularly around your hips, which become curvier, and in your breasts.

a) Breast development

The first stage of puberty in girls is the appearance of breast buds. Breast buds are small fleshy lumps that form beneath your nipples. One side may grow faster than the other at times. Don't be concerned. This is perfectly normal. Breast buds will continue to grow into full-fledged breasts.

Breast augmentation can be uncomfortable and stressful, especially if you compare yourself to friends or celebrities or if others notice and comment on your appearance. It is usual for your breasts to develop at different rates, and they will do so until you reach the age of 17.

Your nipples will also change during puberty, turning pink or brown and occasionally growing hair, which is entirely normal. Breast size and shape are often inherited, so your mother's breasts can be a good predictor of yours. The shape and size of your breasts can also be affected by your weight.

You could ask your mother or a trusted adult to start wearing a bra for you. Bras can be so much fun! They are available in a variety of colors and designs. Finding one that's the right shape and size for you is critical. You will learn more about bras in chapters to come.

b) Increasingly higher

This is likely one of the most noticeable changes you will notice as puberty begins. Your brain produces hormones that signal your bones to start growing.

c) Excessive body hair

You will notice hair growing in new areas or thickening in some areas during puberty. This hair will be thin and straight at first but will thicken and sometimes curl as you age.

d) Increasing pubic and armpit hair growth

You will begin to develop pubic hair, which is the hair that grows between your lower abdomen and upper thighs. It will start out straight and then become thick and curly over time. You will also begin to develop armpit hair.

It is entirely up to you whether you want to remove any of these hairs. If you choose this method, ask your mother or older sister to assist you in learning how to shave.

e) Sweat and oil

Your skin will also undergo changes. Your pores will produce more oil, which may result in breakouts. A good daily skincare routine can help.

Your body will begin to sweat more, and you will develop your own distinct body odor. Discuss using deodorant with your parents or a trusted adult.

f) Urinary discharge

You will notice a clear or milky white liquid in your underwear before your period begins. This is a vaginal discharge. This is caused by your body's changing hormones and is your vagina's way of staying healthy and protected. Consider it similar to your vagina's self-cleaning system or tears for your eyes.

Pant liners can help if you start to experience vaginal discharge. They keep you dry, confident, and comfortable throughout the day.

g) Menstruation/period

The first period is perhaps the most important stage of puberty in women. When you have your period, you pass blood and tissue (also known as menstrual fluid) through your vagina. This will happen once a month and last between 3 and 7 days.

Don't be concerned if your periods are irregular and come more than once a month at first. It's perfectly normal. Your body will adjust to a regular schedule within a year or two.

You should use a pad to protect your pants when your period begins. Pads are an excellent choice because they have an absorbent core that converts your menstrual fluid into a gel that cannot leak, providing up to 100% leakage protection.

Menstrual cramping or pain may begin just before or at the start of your period. Exercise, a hot water bottle held against the abdomen, or over-the-counter pain relievers may be beneficial. Consult a doctor if the pain becomes unbearable.

Acne on the face and body can be caused by rising hormones during puberty.

Emotional Stage

Puberty is a period of physical and emotional development in children as they grow and mature. It does not simply indicate that you are getting your period. A variety of psychological changes during adolescence cause