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· Voice Deepens/Breaks · Penis Size Increases · Erections · Wet Dreams · Body Increases Number of Red Blood Cells · Height and Weight Increases · Growth of Pubic Hair · Sweat and Oil Glands become Active · Muscles Develop and Become Stronger · Body Hair · Facial Hair
 * Physical Changes:** __
 * Boys= **

· Hips Become Wider · Vocal Chords Get Thicker and Longer · Reproductive System Matures · Fat Tissue Develops · Start to get Periods · Muscles Develop and Become Stronger  · Sweat and Oil Glands become Active · Growth of Pubic Hair · Height and Weight Increases · Body Hair
 * Girls= **

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Periods
Most females menstruate about every 28 days and the period will last for approximately 3 to 7 days. This may vary from month to month. During the first year or two, a girl’s period may be quite irregular. It is difficult to tell exactly when a girl’s first period will start. Before it happens most girls will experience increased vaginal discharge and other signs of physical development. As soon as the beginning of puberty is obvious she should keep a supply of pads and a change of pants in her school bag. Encourage her to practice wearing a pad before her periods begin. There is no physical reason why a young girl cannot use tampons. However, using pads for the first few times at least will allow her to become familiar with the amount of blood loss. If she does choose to use tampons, it is important for her to use pads overnight to reduce the risk of toxic __shock syndrome__. Read the directions in the pack of tampons with her and encourage her to follow that advice.

Some girls will feel soreness or tenderness as their breasts develop. This is due to growth and changing hormone levels. This is quite normal. Wearing a well-fitting bra may help. Some girls may notice one breast grows first, or is slightly larger. This is not unusual. There is no ‘right’ age for a girl to start wearing a bra. Some girls wish to wear one quite early and begin with a ’crop top’ or ‘training’ bra. Other girls may wish to wait and get a fitted, supporting bra.
 * Breast development (Girls) **

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