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  • Talking to Your Child About Puberty for Parents


    Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.

  • Breasts and Bras for Kids


    Girls grow breasts as they develop and mature. And once a girl has breasts, she probably will want to wear a bra. Find out more in this article just for kids.

  • Triple X Syndrome for Parents


    Triple X syndrome (also known as XXX syndrome, 47,XXX, and trisomy X) is a genetic condition found in girls only. Girls who have it may be taller than average, but the symptoms can vary greatly.

  • Turner Syndrome for Teens


    Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects about 1 in every 2,500 girls. Learn more about the condition and how doctors treat it.

  • Talking to Your Child About Periods for Parents


    Kids reaching puberty should already know what's going to happen to their bodies. Here are some tips for talking to your daughter about menstruation.

  • 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.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.