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When Does Puberty Typically Start? A Parent’s Guide
Fiona Blake May 8, 2025

Puberty – Ready or Not, It’s Coming Is your child starting to ask more questions about their body? Are you noticing subtle changes in behaviour, voice, or appearance? Whether you’re parenting a giggling tween or a curious eight-year-old, understanding when puberty typically starts can feel like navigating a maze — confusing, emotional, and at times, Read More

Early Indicators of Puberty in Boys Parents Should Know
Fiona Blake May 6, 2025

Puberty. That word alone can stir up a whirlwind of emotions — excitement, curiosity, confusion, even dread. As a parent of a pre-teen boy, you may wonder when changes will begin. You probably want to know what to expect and, most importantly, how to support your son through this time. The journey into puberty isn’t Read More

Is Early Puberty Normal? Understanding Precocious Puberty
Harriet Montgomery April 19, 2025

When Growing Up Comes Too Soon It often starts with a simple observation. Perhaps your eight-year-old daughter develops breast buds, or your son suddenly sprouts pubic hair at just nine. You pause, confused — is this normal? Or is it too early? The reality is, puberty doesn’t always follow a textbook timeline. While many children Read More

How to Spot the First Signs of Puberty in Girls
Isabelle Mercer April 13, 2025

As a parent, nothing quite prepares you for the moment you realise your little girl is growing up. One day, she plays with dolls. The next day, you see small changes in her body or mood. You start to wonder Is puberty beginning already? Puberty can feel like a mystery, full of changes that arrive Read More