What is puberty?

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WHAT IS PUBERTY?

Puberty is a time when you go through lots of changes. You body will start changing and you may find your moods change. Here are a few things to expect:

  • You will notice your breasts start to develop and you will start to get pubic hair. This is when you may start menstruating too.
  • It’s normal to feel odd and sensitive about the changes in your body. You may feel irritated, lose your temper or feel depressed. It’s good to talk to someone when you feel this way.
  • Puberty happens to every girl and boy, but not all at the same age. The way you grow may be different to the way your friends grow. This can make you feel worried or left behind - but remember that everyone is different and your body will develop at its own pace.
  • During puberty you may want to talk to your friends more than to adults. Just remember to choose good friends who build you and up and who have similar goals and dreams.

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People Say When U Start Menstruating U Will Become More Beautiful.Is It True?

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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i think so

I think u will luk more matured

Dis Rum Is Too Borin! No 1 To Answer?

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

To the admin... u guys need to work on this blog... is toooooo dull

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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SEE UR MOUTH LIKE DULL

DaSilva... Chill now...lol

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

Hmmmn, here is so dull

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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ARE YU NEW

Ummm wen u start menstruating, I tink ur body jst becomes more matured and dats all.....I dnt tink it has anytin to do wit beauty

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

Becoming an adult, its really sweet bcos dats wen u gt to knw urself and where and hw u'll bcom som1 in future. U'll hv alots of imaginations and dreams about ur life bt actually there is too much stress also.

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

I tink any hu really pass out from skul new a days should no hw to take cear of he or her self very well cous it is all thourht in skull .

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

Lolsss,da silva who told u that?......menstration does not have anythinq to do wit beauty neither getinq to your puberty age will add to it

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

WHAT AGE DO CHILDREN CHANGES TO ADUILT

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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Hey Safety! The legal definition of an adult is a person who has reached the age at which they are considered responsible for their own actions, and therefore legally accountable for them. In Nigeria, this is 18 years old. However, most people grow faster because they get exposed to the responsibility of adulthood early. Adulthood varies according to individual. We hope this helps.

GREETING I'M NEW 4 THIS MATTER

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

SORRY

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

Hmmmmmmmm

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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.... Time

Dont bother soon your skin will b glowing

March 20, 2022, 8:04 p.m.

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Is just d matter of tym

wat causes when my body hav some stort

March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.

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me kike nufida story?

is it normal if i see white coloured discharge on my underwear after my first period

March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.

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Yeah

I am age 18 but my breast still looks like that of a 9 years old girl. I have tried the breast massage method, but it's not working. Please what can you do to help me.

March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.

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Hey Milly! The size of your breast is hormonal and may increase as you grow. Do not worry about it as there is little you can do to increase it. Just be comfortable in your skin and take your mind off it. The size of your breast does not determine what you will be in life. Look at the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful (big breast or not). We hope this helps.

Thanks alot

same problem with you

Go to a guy let d guy press

.what is d best age for having pregnancy

March 20, 2022, 8:03 p.m.

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Hey Lateef! The official age of adulthood in Nigeria is 18 but that doesn't mean that is the age for you to get pregnant. It is all about an individual's readiness and maturity for pregnancy. Having a child means you need a steady source of income, a roof over the head of the child, access to healthcare, food, clothes, and much more. So you see that one has to be very prepared for the responsibility of child bearing. We hope this helps.

My frend Wu is a virgin told me dat a guy tried 2 hv sex wit re but his penis kept removin nd after trying it 5 times he stopped is she still a virgin

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Hey Mvicky! Your friend is no longer a virgin because penetration occurred already. When you have sex for the first time, the chances that you are no longer a virgin are very high. We hope this helps.

Hey Frnds,am New Here,am I Welcome Or Nt

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Edibella yeah u are

thanks for enliting about puberty

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

Hi Big Sis I don't know whether I've started menstruating but I keep seeing a whitish stain on my pants please I need help

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Hey Tyma! Your question has been answered already. KIndly go back to the first article where you asked this question. Thanks

my period has not been regular since February

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Hey Kinky! Please talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps.

when u are discharging does it means that u will soon see ur menstruction

March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.

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Yes I think that likely to happen well it depends on the body we are all different and unique

Pls were is the girls story

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

Big sis this question needs a reply I'm a girl of thirteen and my breast is not equal i mean one is bigger than one pls can u help me

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hi Esther that normal with time as u grow they will get equal mine was once like that

Hey Esther13! Having uneven breast is perfectly normal. It's quite common for girls especially when they reach puberty. No one has perfectly equal body parts although some may not be obvious, if you check well in the mirror, you will see the difference. You are not the only one so do not be worried. We hope this helps.

can a girl's breast continue growing after she gets her period ?

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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Hey Agnes! Of course! Periods don't stop your breasts from growing. We hope this helps.

can i masturbate my self

March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.

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No ma is nt gud.

Maryam why can't you get marriage to enjoy your life instead of masturbation? please Maryam ki amsa min!

Its nt gud ok..

can som1 see her period without having breasts? and is it normal to have ur period 2 times a month

March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.

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yes

Hey Mimi! Thanks for the question. Yes, you can. You do not need to have breasts to see your period. What you need is to start puberty. If you are worried about the size of your breast, do not worry, with time, it will grow. We hope this helps

pls help me guyz wat should i do to make my breast grow biger

March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.

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Hey M100! Thanks for opening up through this comment. The size of your breast is hormonal and may increase as you grow. Look at your family members (both paternal and maternal) and notice their breast sizes. Ask questions about how their breasts were when they were younger. Do not worry about it as there is little you can do to increase it. Just be comfortable in your skin and take your mind off it. The size of your breast does not determine what you will be in life. Look at the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful (big breast or not). We hope this helps.

Big sis...is it possible for a girl not to have breast when she is13

March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.

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Hey Oyin! If you have not started puberty at that age, it is possible. We hope this helps

am new here

March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.

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Welcome to springsters

Am 13 and i have developed breast i feel so irritating and so shy to go out,,what do i do big sis...

March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.

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Hey tatiana! This is not a bad thing dear so why are you shy? There is nothing irritating about growing breasts. It shows that you are growing. You need to love your body and learn to be confident in it. Talk to a trusted adult about this and get a good fitting bra. We hope this helps

thanks big sis,,u re a darling!!!

@tatiana being 13 and having breasts is totally normal after all a lot of my friends started at 12yrs

@tatiana being 13 and having breasts is totally normal after all I and my friends started at 12yrs

Hmmm reality questions and answers

March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.

Can a pregnant woman have sex

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

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Hey Amdanat! Yes she can. However, she needs to talk to a doctor and go for regular checks. We hope this helps

how to knw dat a gal iz a virgin without having sex wit ha and what age iz appropriate to b in a relationship to have a girl friend

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

what causes hardeness of the nipple?

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

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Hey zealous! Thanks for the comment. There are so many things that cause hard nipples. However, we advise that you talk to a trusted adult and see a doctor. We hope this helps

Ma 1 of my frnd is 15yrs and she didnot see her period y

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

Am new here

March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.

am new here

March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.

Can pimples also occur in puberty stage???

March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.

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Hey jaysoul! Thanks for the comment. Yes, it can.

hey, I am new here hi big sister and every one else ,please can i receive a welcome to be sure you are all aware of me.

March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.

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you are welcome my dear friend.

tnxs big sis but some time i get a feeling that i will not grow because am left out all my friends had hit puberty but not me. How do i get over this feeling because it get me worried

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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don't worry girl, you are still growing their is no reason to feel left out, your body is different from that of ur friends.