Center for Young Women's Health
I need help building a positive body image. Because I am skinny, lack curves, and still wear a size A. I feel like boys aren’t attracted to me. What should I do?You are not alone in your desire to build a more positive body image. Adolescence is an especially tough time for body image. One important thing to remember is that … read more
Articles Tagged: puberty
I started developing breasts in grade 4 and now I’m in grade 6. This happened to a lot of my friends and they have all gotten their periods but I haven’t got mine. When should I get mine?
Most girls will get their period about 2-3 years after they start to develop breasts (on average) and some will not get their period until later. The average age for … read more
I’m 14, I’ve had my period for 2 years, and I still wear training bras. Is that normal? I get really embarrassed when I’m with my friends that haven’t even started their periods yet and have much bigger breasts than me!! What should I do?!
Feeling different from your friends for any reason can be hard. However, your breasts are likely to continue to develop during the next couple of years. Heredity (the genes you … read more
I’m 13 and have Bipolar disorder, Social Anxiety, and ADHD. Will life change more during puberty?
I’m already weird, I like heavy metal, video games, anime, and reading, but that’s all! I’m scared I might change more than I need to, and I just know this … read more
I wear a bra every day to make my small breasts bigger, but it’s not working. What can I do?
Your breasts start growing when you begin puberty. During puberty the hormone levels in your body change. This causes your breasts to develop and your periods to start. It takes different … read more
I’m 15 years old and I don’t see any development in my breasts. Should I go to the doctor?
The timing of physical changes during puberty in both boys and girls can vary quite a bit and still be normal. However, almost all girls will notice that their breasts … read more
My father is 5’10 and my mother is 5’2. I am 5’1. How can I become tall?
Everyone’s final height is mostly determined by the “genes” (genetic material) they inherit from their parents but height is also influenced by early or late puberty, some chronic illnesses and … read more
If I grew small boobs at a younger age, will that determine my breast size for the future?
Typically, a girl can expect to get her period about 2-3 years after she begins to develop breasts. But the age when you started to develop breasts doesn’t have anything to … read more
Does Your Height Increase After Puberty?
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 … read more
Why does the pelvic area in girls widen during puberty?
You may notice that as you are growing and developing, your body shape is naturally becoming curvier. Your hips actually widen during this time to prepare to carry a baby … read more