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• Female Athlete Triad for Teens

  
  

  Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea (loss of a girl's period), and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones).

• Precocious Puberty for Parents

  
  

  Precocious puberty - when signs of puberty start before age 7 or 8 in girls and age 9 for boys - can be tough for kids. But it can be treated.

• Your Changing Body: Answers for Girls With Autism for Kids

  
  

  As you get older, your body will change -- this is part of growing up. Here's what to expect.

• Your Changing Body: Answers for Girls With Autism for Teens

  
  

  Now that you're older, your body may be changing. This is a normal part of growing up. Here's what's going on.

• Irregular Periods for Teens

  
  

  Wondering whether it's normal to have irregular periods? Get the facts about this common problem.

• Pads and Tampons for Kids

  
  

  When a girl gets her period, she'll need some supplies. Find out more in this article for kids.

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) for Teens

  
  

  In polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the ovaries produce higher than normal amounts of certain hormones, which can interfere with egg development and release. Learn how doctors diagnose and treat PCOS.

• Vaginal Yeast Infections for Parents

  
  

  Vaginal yeast infections are common among growing girls, and can cause some pain and discomfort. They usually clear up quickly with proper medical treatment.

• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) for Teens

  
  

  If periods aren't regular it's usually because a girl's body is still developing. But sometimes, changes in blood flow can be a sign of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB).

• I'm 14 and I Don't Have My Period Yet. Is This Normal? for Teens

  
  

  Girls usually get their first periods between the ages of 8 and 15. However, some girls start puberty a little earlier or later than others.