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My mom and dad broke up when I was eight, but I still can’t seem to get over it. What should I do?

Posted August 5, 2014 under Ask Us.

My mom and dad broke up when I was eight, but I still can’t seem to get over it. My mom says that I have to let it go, but […]

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stretch marks

How can I get rid of the stretch marks on my thighs?

Posted July 29, 2014 under Ask Us.

Stretch marks are fine lines that look purplish or reddish when they first appear. These marks tend to show up when a person grows or gains weight very quickly. Stretch […]

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birth control pills

I’m on birth control pills and my boyfriend and I use condoms. Recently while we were having sex, the condom broke. I forgot to take my Pill that night, could I still get pregnant?

Posted July 22, 2014 under Ask Us.

There is a slight chance you could be pregnant. You should always take a forgotten birth control pill as soon as you remember. If you miss 1 birth control pill, […]

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pregnant stomach

How do you tell your parents that you’re pregnant?

Posted July 15, 2014 under Ask Us.

If you’re pregnant, it’s important for you to get health care as soon as possible so you can learn about your options. It’s best to get support from your parent(s), […]

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Will I always have asthma?

Posted July 9, 2014 under Ask Us.

Studies have shown that asthma usually does not go away, and that the swelling in your lungs actually stays there even when your asthma is not bothering you. This is […]

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tampon

Is it bad to insert a tampon before going swimming if I’m NOT on my period yet? I’m afraid I’ll start in the water.

Posted July 2, 2014 under Ask Us.

There are a few reasons why it’s not a good idea to insert a tampon until you’re on your period. The general rule is: Only insert a tampon once menstrual […]

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girl panicking

Why do I have such a bad temper?

Posted June 24, 2014 under Ask Us.

There are many reasons why people have trouble managing their anger and angry behaviors. The reasons are different for everybody and may be a combination of different factors. Perhaps you’ve […]

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Girl with braces

I just got braces. Are there any foods I should avoid eating?

Posted June 19, 2014 under Ask Us.

Yes. There are certain foods that you can stick to your braces or get stuck in between your braces and teeth that can lead to cavities and/or mouth soreness. You […]

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Does Your Height Increase After Puberty?

Posted June 11, 2014 under Ask Us.

The answer to this is no. Right up until puberty, everyone grows at a slow rate. Then, when puberty hits, every teen has a growth spurt. The timing of this […]

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Girl taking a pill

I had sex for the first time 6 days ago but some of the sperm fell out of the condom. I took the “morning after” pill 36 hours later. Could I be pregnant?

Posted June 3, 2014 under Ask Us.

The “morning after” pill, which is also known as Emergency Contraception, Plan B, or Next Choice, is most effective when taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex. Although emergency […]

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