Girls who are 8-10-years-old are fascinated by their changing body. They have questions about everything from why they are getting pimples to why their emotions are so intense. This is the time to teach them about the fascinating parts of their girl anatomy. Each time…
[Read more...]
8-9-Year-Old-Girl
The Big Question from Girls About The Mechanics of their Period
August 1, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Ways to Teach Your Daughter About Her Anatomy
July 11, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
I was recently teaching a small group of 10-year-old girls about puberty. When our discussion became focused on the vulva, it was interesting to them to learn that there are two openings. One opening is for urine and one is the opening out of which…
[Read more...]
The 7-Minute Talk: Talking to Your Pre-Adolescent Daughter About Puberty
March 29, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Two important recommendations for parents of 8-9 year old girls. Now is the time to teach your daughter about her reproductive system if you haven’t already started those conversations. This will prepare her for the changes coming with puberty. Teach her through tiny bits of…
[Read more...]
Raising Girls Who Are Knowledgeable About Their Female Anatomy
April 7, 2014
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Probably the most important information that we can give our daughters is an understanding of their female anatomy. Because puberty can start as early as eight years old, your daughter may start noticing changes in her body while she’s still in elementary school. As she…
[Read more...]